MTLFF Concentration
The concentration in Multicultural and Transnational Literatures is an advanced degree focusing on U.S. ethnic and world literatures from local, regional, national, transnational, and global perspectives. In our program, the approach to understanding and appreciating literatures is interdisciplinary, involving the study of historical, political, artistic, geographic, and environmental contexts and literary aesthetics and interpretation. Methodologies are drawn from literary, cultural, and colonial/postcolonial/diasporic studies and discourse analysis.
Program Highlights and Community
Our Multicultural and Transnational Literatures program fosters a supportive and collaborative academic community. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized mentorship from expert faculty, and opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions on pressing global and cultural issues. The program emphasizes critical thinking, research, and communication skills, equipping students to become leaders in diverse professional and academic environments.
Beyond the Classroom
Students have access to enriching experiences such as guest lectures, literary events, and partnerships with local and global organizations. Whether you’re on campus or enrolled in our Distance Education program, you’ll join a dynamic network of scholars and professionals dedicated to exploring the transformative power of literature in shaping cultural understanding and global connections.
The MA in English with a concentration in MTL is a distance education (DE) degree offered fully online.
Study Abroad
A unique feature of our Multicultural and Transnational Literatures program is the opportunity to participate in study abroad experiences, with London being one of the most popular destinations. These immersive trips allow students to explore the cultural, historical, and literary landscapes they study in their coursework, enriching their understanding of global literatures and contexts.
In London, students visit iconic literary sites, museums, and cultural landmarks, engaging directly with the environments that have inspired renowned works of literature. This hands-on experience deepens their appreciation for transnational connections and provides invaluable insights into the intersections of literature, culture, and history.
Whether studying the works of Shakespeare, postcolonial narratives, or contemporary multicultural literature, our study abroad programs foster global perspectives and enhance the academic and personal growth of our students, making their graduate experience truly transformative.
Versatile Career Pathways
This concentration provides excellent preparation for the pursuit of the doctoral degree and a wide range of professions, including secondary and higher education, law, public policy, international service, business, or any profession that would benefit from an understanding of multicultural and global peoples, arts, traditions, histories, interactions, and issues as represented and interpreted through literature and criticism.