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Our undergraduate and graduate programs cultivate skills in analysis, critical thinking, writing and communication through the study of literature, language, rhetoric, creative writing and publishing.

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Majors and Minors in English
Master of Arts in English
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Media Arts
Interdisciplinary PhD

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Over 200 Students Named to SHSS Dean's List for Fall 2023

The SHSS Dean's List recognizes excellent academic performance among full-time undergraduate students with a grade point average of 3.85 or higher for the term.

Emmy-Winning Alumna, Educator to be Honored at the 2024 Alumni Awards

UMKC Alumni Association recognizes Carmaletta Williams, Ph.D., with Spotlight Award

Two Super Bowl Rings Before UMKC Graduation

History student gets opportunity to work with the Arrowhead Art Collection