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English
Welcome to the Department of English

At Chowan, we believe in the power of stories and language. Literature teaches us not only about our past but also about a shared human experience in the present. Studies in English lead students to a richer appreciation of life and its meaning, helping them to appreciate the complexities of our world and the opportunities we have to connect with others. Our program develops the whole student. English majors at Chowan become accomplished oral and written communicators. Our small classes allow students to engage deeply with literature, and our creative writing workshop model fosters the writing and editing skills students need to work in creative industries. Further, our Global Learning Core allows students to engage with a variety of literatures across the world and across the span of history. As an English major, our students learn to write well, to speak well, to analyze well, to argue well, and to do research well. With these essential skills, our graduates work in a variety of fields, from education to business, and many go on to pursue graduate degrees.


$1,000
1965 Red Hot Ford Mustang Fastback Challenge
Alumnus Barry Bradberry, Class of 1973, thanks everyone for their help in meeting this challenge!
25 / 25 Gifts
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Chairman of the Board 1:1 Matching Challenge
Board Chairman, Kemper Baker, is matching, dollar for dollar, each gift up to $250. Kemper and his wife, Bev, will match all gifts on April 5th following Charles Pond's 1:1 match until the $10,000 match is gone.
$10,000 MATCHED
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Rush Hour Power Hour
The winners for the Starbucks gift cards are: Lisa Bland, Chris Dent, Austine Evans, Adam Smith, Jim Dent, 1 Anonymous, Mallory Dunker, Brandon Moody, Suzanne Ross, Roberto Pinilla
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The 175th Donor Challenge
Shannon Williams was the 175th donor for the year. She designated the $500 gift from Elaine Myers to the Future Business Leaders of America Fund.
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1:1 Matching Challenge by Charles Pond
Thank you Mr. Pond for your gifts to match 1:1. We appreciate your help! The match is completed.
$20,000 MATCHED
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$5,000
Join Linda Weaver, Board of Trustee Member, in celebrating our 175th Birthday
The 175th birthday challenge is complete! All gifts of $175 or more will be mailed a limited edition commemorative etched glass.
30 / 30 Gifts
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Social Media Challenge
Show CU your best moves! On TikTok from 6-9 pm on April 5th, post your favorite TikTok dance with the hashtag #ChowanGivesSocialMediaChallenge. The winning post will be featured on Chowan University Socials!
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