Michigan State University (MSU) is a public research university located in East Lansing, Michigan. It was founded in 1855 as the Agricultural College of the State of Michigan, the first of its kind in the United States. MSU is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university offers over 200 undergraduate degrees and over 250 graduate degrees, and has a student body of over 50,000.
The Department of English at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, provides a dynamic setting for exploring language, literature, and writing. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including majors like Literary Studies, Creative Writing, English Education, and Popular Culture, alongside a BA in Film Studies and various minors, the department caters to diverse interests. Faculty expertise spans numerous fields, fostering an environment where students develop strong critical thinking, analytical reading, and effective writing abilities. The curriculum delves into diverse literary periods, genres, and theoretical approaches, emphasizing the cultural impact of the written word and preparing graduates for varied career paths while highlighting the public value of the humanities.
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