Celebrate CLA! faculty and staff recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching, research, and service in 2025
The College of Liberal Arts acknowledges the accomplishments and efforts of the outstanding faculty and staff for 2025.
Matthew Cooperman named 2025 Guggenheim Fellow
There have only been six Guggenheim Fellows in CSU’s history, including three from the English department’s MFA Creative Writing Program.
Kjerstin Thorson named dean of CSU’s College of Liberal Arts
Thorson previously served as the associate dean for strategic initiatives in the College of Communication Arts & Sciences at Michigan State University.
CSU professor selected to represent Colorado at 2024 National Book Festival
Visiting Assistant Professor Vauhini Vara has been selected as one of two authors to represent Colorado’s local literary heritage.
Assistant Professor of English Nina McConigley named a finalist for 2024 National Magazine Award
Nina McConigley, assistant professor in the Department of English, has been named a finalist for a 2024 National Magazine Award for three of her columns published in High Country News.
CSU College of Liberal Arts Dean Ben Withers leaves large impact
After eight years at CSU, the College of Liberal Arts dean heads to Iowa State University as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
CSU playwrights in the spotlight for Colorado New Play Summit
For both CSU Assistant Professor Nina McConigley and Visiting Assistant Professor Vauhini Vara the DCPA event will be the first time seeing their writing translated to the stage.
CSU graduate wins prestigious Rangel Fellowship
Justin Frigault, who graduated in December with his bachelor’s degree from the College of Liberal Arts, is one of only 45 students in the country to receive a fellowship from the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program.
Making Connections: Dept. of English embraces CSU Thematic Year
Discover how CSU’s Department of English is embracing the Thematic Year of Democracy & Civic Engagement in the classroom, among local and university communities, and within faculty research and creative artistry.
CSU English Faculty Achieve Major Milestones
Every year, Colorado State University celebrates employees achieving a decade of service of more. Congratulations to our wonderful faculty on reaching these major milestones! The English department deeply appreciates your service and commitment to our students.