Department of English - Fayetteville State University

10/21/2026

Congratulations to our faculty member, Dr. Raymond Summerville!

💙🐴 Bronco Excellence Making an Impact Beyond the Classroom!

At Fayetteville State University, we’re proud to celebrate Dr. Raymond Summerville, assistant professor of English, on receiving the Emerging Trailblazer Award from the Mizzou Black Alumni Network! 🏆👏🏾

Through his impactful research on African American folklore and Civil Rights history, Dr. Summerville is preserving powerful stories, amplifying influential voices, and inspiring future generations.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Summerville on this well-deserved honor!

🔗 Read more here: https://bit.ly/4BBlCJh

10/21/2026

The Language Research Society here at Fayetteville State University will be hosting an interest meeting on November 5th at 12:30pm in the Lyons Science Annex.

The meeting is open to any student interested in exploring how language shapes , , and .

Attendees will have the chance to meet current members, explore leadership roles within the group, and help share ideas for future projects, research, and volunteer opportunities. This group can offer valuable experience as well as internship opportunities and recommendations for after graduation.

05/21/2026

Association of Writers & Writing Programs is currently seeking applicants for a fellowship opportunity for faculty and students from HBCUs who are involved or simply interested in creative writing.

Applications for the HBCU Fellowship Program close on May 31, 2026!

Apply at:

To invite strong participation within AWP from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), we will award faculty and student fellowships to attend and participate in the annual AWP Conference & Bookfair. The program will kick off its fifth year at the 2027 AWP Conference & Bookfair in C...

05/02/2026

Congrats to the newest members of the Sigma Tau Delta International English Honor Society! The English Department ceremony took place recently with current members, faculty, and staff in attendance.

04/10/2026

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund is accepting applications for scholarships until April 24. Apply today to get that $$!

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04/09/2026

Interested in an MFA? Western Connecticut State University allows students to attend residencies at the Highlights Retreat Center in the Pocono Mountains as well as in Dublin, Ireland at Oscar Wilde's historic home (with events at the Bram Stoker Festival).

You can also gain editorial experience contributing to our literary journal, Poor Yorick, and earn up to $15,000 per year in graduate assistantships!

Apply today!

  Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2026      

04/09/2026

Join us tonight to induct our new Sigma Tau Delta International English Honor Society members!

03/27/2026

English fam: Share with us what you’re reading on this gorgeous day! ☀️