English majors will find these files useful when selecting courses.
English Major Requirement Worksheet (updated for Spring 2012)
A worksheet for English Majors for successfully completing all requirements. Please note the change in "additional courses" requirements to allow all CW courses (4/21/11). Downloads: PDF| Word
A worksheet for those considering the Creative Writing concentration or minor. Updated March 8, 2010 Downloads: PDF| Word
Designing the Strongest English Major and Careers in English
How to select courses that will maximize your future opportunities based on your personal interests and aspirations. Updated April 2011 Downloads:PDF|Word
Pre-1800 Courses for 2011-2012 updated 11/9/11
The English Major requires at least three pre-1800 literature courses. This document lists the courses in the 2011-2012 school year that fulfill the pre-1800 requirement. Downloads:PDF | Word
Possible Electives 2011-2012
The English Major allows for two electives. This document lists the non English classes that will fulfill the elective requirement.
Downloads:PDF | Word
English 115 Section Descriptions - Fall 2011
This list is for students who are planning to take English 115 (EN115) to fulfill their W1 requirement. The EN115 courses can cover a range of different subjects and are taught by different members of the English department faculty. This document describes in detail the different EN115 sections offered this semester. Downloads: PDF | Word
English 115 Section Descriptions - JanPlan 2012
This list is for students who are planning to take English 115 (EN115) to fulfill their W1 requirement. The EN115 courses can cover a range of different subjects and are taught by different members of the English department faculty. This document describes in detail the different EN115 sections offered this semester. Downloads: PDF | Word
English 115 Section Descriptions - Spring 2012
This list is for students who are planning to take English 115 (EN115) to fulfill their W1 requirement. The EN115 courses can cover a range of different subjects and are taught by different members of the English department faculty. This document describes in detail the different EN115 sections offered this semester. Downloads:PDF | Word
EasyBib is an online resource for helping students create correctly formated works cited pages.
Meet With a Librarian
Sara Prahl is available to meet with students, either one-on-one or in small groups, who are looking for information or doing research in English.
Plagiarism.org
Plagiarism.org is a resource for both students and professors on plagiarism. This site covers not only how to identify when a paper has been plagiarized, but also how to correctly cite sources and other frequently asked question to prevent accidental plagiarism.
This is a list of a few programs that may be useful for reading pdf files, and for formating your bibliographies.
Endnote
Endnote is one of the suggested bibliographic tools for citing sources. Note: after the download, you must extract the file before clicking on the installer (otherwise you will be prompted for a product key). If you have questions about the software and its use, contact Sara Prahl, Miller Library 101, x5147, slprahl@colby.edu
Downloads: Mac | Windows
Adobe Reader
Adobe Reader is a free program designed to read - but not edit - PDF files. This is useful for students who do not already have a PDF file reader on their computer. Macintosh users can use Preview to read PDF files. Download: Adobe Reader
The Farnham Writers’ Center is a resource for all Colby students, faculty members, staff, and members of their families. Trained Colby Students operate the center with the philosophy that writing is not a discrete skill but rather an important part of thinking and learning. The Farnham Writers’ Center is located in Miller Library 9C and is open weekdays and Sunday through Thursday evenings. Appointments may be made online at here. Students with questions may call extension 5290 (207-859-5290). For more information please visit the Farnham Writers’ Website.
