The Department of English
Armitage
Hall, Fourth Floor, Rutgers University at
Camden
Camden, NJ 08102
Tel:(856)225-6121 FAX:(856)225-6602
Undergraduate Program
Graduate Program
Alumni and Friends
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Student Comments
"Not
only were the professors very competent academics, but--perhaps more
importantly--they were approachable, always willing to take time to
discuss issues or provide guidance. Other benefits were the eclectic
choice of courses offered each semester. I never felt I was
pigeonholed, but received a well-rounded understanding of literature."
Denise Marie Coulter, '92
Assistant Professor of English,
Atlantic Cape Community College
"I
am very grateful to the faculty for sharing their knowledge with me,
for their belief in me, and for their inspiration. I enjoyed the
program immensely, and upon reflection, I realize the powerful impact
it had on my life as a learner and thinker. The program introduced me
to "cutting edge" composition theory, which made me a promising
candidate for departments wanting to develop their undergraduate
writing programs." Sharon Lewis, '90
Ph.D., '96, Rutgers University
Assistant Professor of English,
Montclair State University 0
"My
successful completion of the M.A. program absolutely game me an edge
when I applied to Ph.D. programs. I don't think I would have received
an offer from UCLA on the strength of my undergraduate record alone."
Lori Lantz ('94),
Ph.D. candidate in Comparative Literature at UCL
The
ability to communicate and use the language actually gives me a
distinct advantage in my profession!
Tim Fuhr ('94),
Program Manager for Lockheed-Martin and writer
(Poems and fiction published in California Quarterly
and elsewhere)
"I
have a tremendous amount of respect for the professors I encountered
during my graduate studies at Rutgers-Camden. They are truly
authorities in their fields! Interesting, knowledgeable, and innovative
in their thinking! At Rutgers-Camden, I began to think critically in a
way I had never done during four years of undergraduate study."
Gayle Belluce, MA 1996
Editorial Assistant Courier-Post
Camden, New Jersey
"The
varied course offerings at Rutgers-Camden allowed me to explore my own
areas of interest, while meeting a challenging curriculum. Further, I
found the faculty to be supportive, open, and accessible to students."
Pamela C. Wirstad, MA 1996
Instructor Atlantic Community College
"I
was very pleased with the quality of instruction I received while
completing my M.A. in English at Rutgers-Camden. I use my class notes
regularly to augment my secondary level instruction, and I really
appreciated the flexibility and accessibility of my professors in
tailoring my program to meet my specific intellectual needs."
Joseph Pegues, MA 1994
Teacher Woodbury High School
"Rutgers-Camden's
graduate program in English thrust me into the great tradition of
literary scholarship. Yet with the encouragement of a dedicated faculty
and support from my fellow students I also found the opportunity to
experiment. I wonder if I would have completed my first novel under any
other conditions."
Peter Winicov, MA 1996
"The
English Graduate Program at Rutgers-Camden was a very positive
experience for me, in that it increased my substantive knowledge of
literary works, while at the same time honing my research skills. The
teachers are thoroughly versed in their subjects and put a great deal
of effort into their classes. The creative writing classes, especially
those taught by Professor Lisa Zeidner, are first rate, as are the
Spring and Summer Writers' Conference."
Linda Hamilton, MA 1995
"The
professors, expert researchers in their chosen areas, are genuinely
interested in nurturing students' academic growth. To that end, the
professors frequently share their insights or offer practical critiques
when students encounter research roadblocks. The expert tutelage I
received, and the awareness of diverse discourses I developed, enable
me in my present position as Learning Speacialist in the Learning
Resource Center to assist students in different disciplines to find
their own critical voices."
Maggie Piccolo, MA 1995
Learning Specialist
Learning Resource Center
Rutgers University
"I
found the overall quality of faculty in the English Department at
Rutgers-Camden superior to that of the faculty at Rutgers-New
Brunswick, where I got my B.A. The relatively small size of the Camden
campus also has its advantages: the professors tend to be extremely
accessible."
Richard Weiss, MA 1996
Business Office Supervisor
"The
English faculty at Rutgers-Camden support rigorous academic standards
with an individualized approach to students. I was both challenged and
nutured, and I continue to rely on analytical and writing skills
sharpened during my graduate career at Rutgers-Camden."
Pamela Mertsock Wolfe, MA 1992
Assistant Director, Public Service Program
University of Pennsylvania Law School
Other Student Comments:
"What has impressed me about the English graduate program is the excellence of the faculty. Professors are talented scholars and enthusiastic teachers, dedicated both to their work and their students."
"It's a real pleasure to be involved in the English graduate program at Rutgers University. The professors are smart, funny, in love with their subjects, and for the most part accommodating when it comes to the graduate student's busy schedule. New students will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the graduate class where new ideas can be freely discussed and intelligent opinions of all kinds are welcome. Prepare to be challenged, and you won't be disappointed."
"The English Department can boast faculty members who are nationally renowned for their research and publications, yet who also prove committed to mentoring their graduate students. Most important, this faculty will influence the uncertain student to be certain and to be confident about her ability."
"My experience at Rutgers-Camden was stimulating and positive. While professors expect a high level of performance, they also encourage and nurture success."
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(Left to right): Alumni Susan O'Hara, Katie Henry, and Virgilette Gaffin (seated) with Graduate Dean and English Associate Professor Marie Cornelia |
E-Mail
the Graduate Director: gradeng@camden.rutgers.edu
Phone: (856)225-6121
Department Newsletter:
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Affiliated
Programs
- WIRE: Writing
in
- Childhood Studies
- Classical Studies
- MARCH
- American Studies
- Liberal Studies
- Annual Spring Writers' Conference
- Annual
Summer Writers' Conference
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