Resources

Books, Creative Common License

Below are helpful resources for English Majors:

 

 
 
 
 
Downloadable Resources

English majors will find these files useful when selecting courses.


Requirement Worksheet (updated for Spring 2009)
A worksheet for English Majors for successfully completing all requirements.
Downloads:    PDF   |    Word
Designing the Strongest English Major

How to select courses that will maximize your future opportunities based on your personal interests and aspirations.

Downloads:    PDF   |   Word

Pre-1800 Courses for 2009-2010 (updated for Spring 2010)

The English Major requires at least three pre-1800 literature courses.  This document lists the courses in the 2009-2010 school year that fulfill the pre-1800 requirement.
Downloads:    PDF   |  WORD

Possible Electives 2009-2010

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 - (updated for Spring 2010)

For students who are planning on taking English 115, the EN115 course can cover a range of different subjects taught by different members of the faculty.  This document describes in detail the different EN115 courses students can take for the Jan Term 2010 semester.
Downloads:    PDF   |   Word 

English 115 Section Descriptions - Spring Term 2010

For students who are planning on taking English 115, the EN115 course can cover a range of different subjects taught by different members of the faculty.  This document describes in detail the different EN115 courses students can take for the Spring Term 2010 semester.
Downloads:    PDF   |   Word 


 
Library Resources

These are resources supported by the Colby College Miller Library


English Subject Guide

Resources for English courses, assignments, and research projects.  Link

Creative Writing Subject Guide

Information and resources for writers.  Link

Libraries' Faculty Services

Information on classroom support (copy services, library instruction, plagiarism, reserves), materials and borrowing, and grants. Link

Honors Thesis

Submit your honors thesis to DigitalCommons@Colby.

RefWorks

Library-supported citation software available to students and faculty.
RefWorks On Campus   |   RefWorks Off Campus

EasyBib

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.


 
Software

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


 
Farnham Writers’ Center Website

 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.


 
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