Meet Our Students

English majors are making a difference at the University and in surrounding communities.

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Medievalist on a 21st-Century Pilgrimage

English major Leo Dannersmith took advantage of the U’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program to hike the Superior Hiking Trail using 14th-century gear.

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English Major Spotlight: Zayna Amanat

This senior is combining degrees in English and Business Law.

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English Major Spotlight: Alisha Wong

The junior is balancing studies in English and in Human Resources and Industrial Relations at Carlson School of Business.

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English Major Spotlight: Jessica Pilon

This senior has studied Korean for five years and is considering teaching in Korea.

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English Major Spotlight: Destanee Ulrich

The rising junior will be the Minnesota Daily's 2024-2025 Marketing and Engagement Officer.

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English Major Spotlight: Lily Heideman

This senior, enrolled in the DirecTrack to English Education program, appreciates the variety of topics covered in an English course.

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English Majors Win President's Student Leadership Award

Congrats to Lum Chi and Max Pritchard!

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English Major Spotlight: Hailey Zauner

This English major appreciates the many job opportunities open to English alums.

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English Major Spotlight: Olivia Kraemer

With an interest in urban schooling and racial justice, this major plans to become a high school English teacher.

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English Major Spotlight: Siya Sakhardande

Triple majoring in English, Psychology, and History, this junior plans to pursue a law degree.