The University of Rochester (U of R, UR, or U of Rochester) is a private research university in Rochester, New York, United States. It enrolls approximately 6,800 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students. Its 158 buildings house over 200 academic majors. With approximately 28,000 full-time employees, the university is the largest private employer in Upstate New York and the 7th largest in all of New York State.
Located in Rochester, NY, the University of Rochester's English Department provides a vibrant academic home for exploring literature, language, and creative expression. Offering comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, it delves into English, American, and Anglophone literature across periods and genres, while also embracing creative writing, film, media studies, journalism, rhetoric, and theater. The department cultivates close faculty-student engagement, fostering critical thinking, strong writing, and creative skills. Students gain practical experience through research and internships, preparing them for a wide array of careers from academia and publishing to communication and law. This community blends traditional literary study with contemporary approaches, encouraging intellectual and creative growth.
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