Annual English Studies Conference
Eastern Illinois University’s English Studies Conference is an annual event held during the Spring Semester that showcases the exciting work being done by our students, faculty, alumni, and local community members in the various areas of English Studies.
The last conference was held Thursday, Apr. 8, 2021 and was completely VIRTUAL. Click here for our 2021 Program and session Zoom links (and feel free to check out programs from past conferences below.)
This event is open to the entire university and the public and features a range of panels, roundtables, readings, poster sessions, and more in the areas of Creative Writing, Literary & Cultural Studies, Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Composition, and English Language Arts Pedagogy. Hear current students discuss their recent creative and scholarly projects and their experiences at internships, local & national conferences, and more. Gain important tips for the job hunt by attending alumni panels where participants will discuss the ways in which they marketed and applied their English Studies skills to various professions. Even sit in on faculty panels to learn about the diverse research trajectories being pursued by English Studies scholars.
Submission Process:
Students may submit proposals for individual presentations or pre-formed panels consisting of multiple presenters. The proposal deadline is Friday, March 18, 2022. Click HERE to submit your proposal!
For more inquiries, please contact Dr. Marjorie Worthington (mgworthington@eiu.edu)
Past Conference Highlights:
2021 ESC Program 2020 "Making Media Inclusive" 2019 ESC Program 2018 ESC Program
2017 ESC Program 2014 ESC Program 2011 ESC Program 2008 ESC Program
2016 ESC Program 2013 ESC Program 2010 ESC Program 2007 ESC Program
2015 ESC Program 2012 ESC Program 2009 ESC Program 2006 ESC Program
Photo Gallery from the 2019 English Studies Conferenece
Photo slideshow from the 2018 English Studies Conference
Photo slideshow from the 2017 English Studies Conference
Photo slideshow from the 2016 English Studies Conference
Photo slideshow from the 2015 English Studies Conference Kick-Off Event: "We Need Diverse Books!"
Student Testimonials:
"It was an awesome opportunity to share my own work, but also to check out what other students are up to. I enjoyed everything I attended and learned A LOT!"
"Enjoyed getting real advice and multiple points of view from the alumni presenters"
"Felt proud to present my work and to hear others"
"Presenters were insightful and enthusiastic. Loved hearing their thoughts!"
"It was a valuable experience presenting my work in the public for the first time"
"I enjoyed hearing from courses I haven't taken"
"I learned about others' experiences and voices"
"Enjoyed getting out of my comfort zone and presenting in a different format"
