Unlocking the World Through Words: Studying English at NYU

At NYU, talented and engaging faculty support the English department. I love that many of my professors have backgrounds in writing and publishing. This is especially helpful in making learning feel personalized and tailored to students’ interests. The incredible faculty brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. As a result, students are inspired to delve deeper in their studies.

Additionally, NYU’s English program offers a range of courses covering various genres, periods, and traditions. From Shakespearean classics to contemporary literature and Latinx literature to postcolonial studies, students can adjust their curriculum to suit their academic goals. Because of the array of courses, students gain a well-rounded understanding of literature.

Moreover, English majors have unique opportunities to study around the world. At NYU London, English majors immerse themselves in British culture, history, and literary traditions. Students can attend theatre productions, visit museums, and explore historical sites. These trips provide enriching experiences for students, putting literature they are studying within its historical and geographical context.

During my studies I have found many new interests in literature. One of my favorite professors, María Josefina Saldaña-Portillo, introduced me to Latinx and Indigenous literary genres. Her course included novels written in original Spanish while also exploring the history of various Latin American novelists.

After the class finished, she offered me a research position. We wrote about Indigenous Mexicans and their cultural production in Los Angeles. The article was later published as my first year at NYU came to an end. I am so grateful that research opportunities like this for English majors exist.