SOU English alumna, Ellie Trahern, is pursuing graduate study at UC Davis, deepening her research in Pacific Indigenous poetics and building community through scholarship and editing.
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SOU English Alum and newly minted English Ph.D., Kendall Dinniene, reflects on how mentorship, small classes, and coursework prepared her for graduate study and teaching.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2026/02/baldwin-totally-blew-my-mind-kendall-dinniene-on-sou-graduate-study-and-teaching-literature-at-Southern-Oregon-University-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2026-02-10 11:18:462026-02-10 11:18:46鈥淏aldwin Totally Blew My Mind鈥: Kendall Dinniene on SOU, Graduate Study, and Teaching Literature
For two decades, Dr. Margaret Perrow has guided students at SOU through writing, reflection, and the work of becoming teachers. Through her teaching, leadership in the Oregon Writing Project, and dedication to education, Dr. Perrow has built spaces where learning and connection flourished. As she prepares to retire, we honor her complex career grounded in mentorship and community.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2025/12/A-Life-of-Learning-A-Career-of-Teaching-Celebrating-Dr-Margaret-Perrow-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2025-12-12 15:46:202025-12-16 10:18:38A Life of Learning, A Career of Teaching: Celebrating Dr. Margaret Perrow
SOU alumni Daniel Alrick and Julie Kanta joined forces to help Air Force veteran Stanley Luther preserve nearly a century of lived experience. While Daniel shaped Stan鈥檚 voice on the page through hours of interviews and ghostwriting, Julie crafted the editorial structure, design, and production that brought the manuscript to life. Together, they created A Lifetime in the Atmosphere: A Memoir of Flight that honors Stan鈥檚 voice and history.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2025/12/SOU-English-Alums-Daniel-and-Julie-Bring-Stanley-Luthers-Memoir-to-Life-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2025-12-05 12:47:452025-12-08 09:21:32SOU English Alums Daniel and Julie Bring Stanley Luther鈥檚 Memoir to Life
SOU alumna Sophia Lorusso turned her passion for editing into an international adventure by pursuing her master’s degree at Oxford Brookes University in England. She combines technical skill, creativity, and dedication to shape her professional path while immersing herself in Oxford鈥檚 rich literary history!
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Nylah Winchester, this year鈥檚 English Program blog-writer, recounts her eventful summer vacation and details what she is excited about for the fall term. Nylah then introduces Emma Pearl Williams and Emily Jennings, two incoming English students, who are just as thrilled for their upcoming experiences.
By Nylah Winchester, junior English major and Annalynn Mueller, senior English major
Nylah Winchester, the incoming English program blogger interviews Annalynn Mueller, the current blogger about her time as an English major and her experience blogging over the past two years. Annalynn then introduces Nylah and welcomes her into the role of blogging.
Allie Sipe, a 2017 graduate of SOU鈥檚 English program, now works as a housing attorney in a legal aid organization. She shares her experience at SOU, prior work experience, and how she impacts her community through her work.
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SOU English program alum, Brystan Strong now works as Programs Coordinator for Jackson County Library Services. She shares her insights about her job, about librarianship in general, and advice on how readers can support their local libraries.
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Holly Searcy, 2009 English and Creative Writing Major, has always loved to read and recently harnessed that passion into becoming a fantasy author. She shares her path, process, hopes for readers, and advice for aspiring authors.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2025/03/The-Adventure-of-Writing-A-Look-into-Holly-Searcys-Author-Journey-Read.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2025-03-17 09:43:322025-03-19 16:35:19The Adventure of Writing: A Look into Holly Searcy鈥檚 Author Journey
SOU English major Connor Babbitt recently had the opportunity to attend the American Civil Liberties Union Conference with Sociology and Anthropology major Ally Grommes. Connor and Ally learned about how to engage in social-justice advocacy. They share their insight from the conference and give advice to people wanting to get involved in advocacy work.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2025/02/SOU-English-major-Student-Attends-the-NYC-Colleges-and-Communities-Advocacy-Institute-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2025-02-26 10:00:562025-03-18 12:02:48SOU English and Sociology & Anthropology Majors Attend the NYC Colleges and Communities Advocacy Institute
In December 2024, the SOU English program invited educators from across the valley to share their experiences teaching English language arts across grade levels. Through sharing their experiences and insight, they inspired students, faculty, and community members.
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This past summer, I had the opportunity to volunteer with Adventure Risk Challenge (ARC), a youth-development organization based in the Sierra mountain range, that teaches literacy alongside leadership and outdoor education. I got connected with ARC through SOU English professor Dr. Merrilyne Lundahl, who has been working closely with ARC for 9 years. Since her start with ARC, Merrilyne has been researching for the organization and is currently focusing on the impacts ARC has on students and staff that participate in the program.
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2025/01/SOU-Literacy-and-Leadership-in-the-Outdoors-ARC-Students-gathered-together-to-learn-at-Southern-Oregon-University-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2025-01-08 10:49:182025-01-13 13:26:24Literacy and Leadership in the Outdoors: Reflections from Time Spent with Adventure Risk Challenge
Get notified when new English stories are published!
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/11/Carly-Swisher-Teaching-Internationally-China-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2024-11-04 10:56:312024-11-04 10:56:31Carly Swisher 鈥14, Teaching Internationally in China
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/10/Welcome-to-the-24-25-School-Year-Central-Hall-At-Southern-Oregon-University-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2024-10-10 09:28:212024-10-10 09:30:10Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/04/Exploring-the-Versatility-of-Education-with-Dr-Kelly-Singleton-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2024-04-16 09:39:582024-04-16 11:02:15Exploring the Versatility of Education with Dr. Kelly Singleton
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/02/The-Tutoring-Center-at-SOU-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2024-02-19 16:11:592024-03-06 14:44:31The Tutoring Center at SOU: English-Major students Enhancing Student Success on Campus
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/01/SOU-English-Alum-Working-at-SOU-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2024-01-30 10:41:412024-01-31 15:03:19SOU English Alum Working at SOU
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/12/Samara-Diab-Legal-Services-Oregon-on-Learn-More.jpg4321024wulfl/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngwulfl2023-12-08 15:30:322023-12-08 15:30:32Samara Diab 鈥19, Attorney for Legal Aid Services of Oregon
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/11/SOU-English-Major-Sarah-Sturleys-internship-at-Jefferson-Public-Radio-Learn-More.jpg4321024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2023-11-27 11:26:232024-01-23 10:38:42SOU English Major Sarah Sturley’s Internship at Jefferson
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/10/To-the-English-Program-and-to-SOU-Blog-Fall-2023-Southern-Oregon-University-Learn-More.jpg4321024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2023-10-12 13:31:392023-12-01 14:28:58Welcome Back from the English Program at SOU!
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/04/SOU-Blog-Blog-on-Facebook.jpg6301200Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2023-04-28 11:48:362023-12-01 14:45:54The Blog Blog
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/04/SOU-English-Students-Present-at-Undergraduate-Literature-Conference-Cover.jpg4321024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2023-04-19 12:25:062025-04-15 16:07:26SOU English Students get Opportunity to Present at the Prestigious Northwest Undergraduate Conference on Literature
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/01/Know-your-Britt-and-learn-about-the-history-of-Britt-Hall.jpg6751200Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2023-01-27 16:02:262023-12-01 15:10:41Know your Britt! The History of SOU’s Britt Hall
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/12/SOU-English-Degree-Program-Kelly-Fogg-Johnson-and-Teresa-Connelly.jpg5141200Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-12-06 16:17:472023-12-01 15:12:00SOU Faculty and Students, Local Teachers Present at National Convention
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/08/learnmore.jpg4321024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-08-16 13:03:072023-12-01 16:29:45Faculty Spotlight: Oregon Excellence in Teaching Award to SOU鈥檚 Perrow
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/06/SOU-Alexis-Brooks-So-you-want-to-go-to-Graduate-School-or-Law-School.jpg5141200Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-06-10 08:00:322023-12-01 15:26:53So you want to go to graduate school or law school?
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/05/SOU-English-Students-Present-at-Prestigious-Conferences-Learn-More.jpg4391024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-05-12 15:47:192025-04-15 16:00:32SOU English Students Present at Prestigious Conferences
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/04/Southern-Oregon-University-Alumni-Greta-MikkelsenHarry-and-David.jpg6001200Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-04-29 14:53:442023-12-01 15:29:05Greta Mikkelsen 鈥10, Vice President Creative Services at Harry & David
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/03/Librarianship-Panel-English-Program-Stories-at-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-03-15 12:35:462023-12-01 15:29:51Library Careers: More than just books!
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/02/Gabriel-Howe-and-The-Siskiyou-Mountain-Club-English-Program-Stories-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-02-08 14:02:122023-12-01 15:31:48Gabriel Howe and the Siskiyou Mountain Club
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/01/Michael-Surgeon-with-Lady-GaGa-poster-English-Stories-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-01-31 13:15:212023-12-01 15:35:27Michael Surgeon’s First Year Teaching
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/01/Jordan-Hartman-KPIX-CBS5-English-Program-Stories-at-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-01-19 13:04:202023-12-01 15:40:37Jordan Hartman Discusses TV Production
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2022/01/Teresa-Connelly-Hanah-Cronin-Kevin-Boringot-John-Kellogg-English-Program-Stories-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2022-01-10 15:56:582023-12-01 15:43:11Rogue Valley Teachers visit the SOU English Program
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/11/Cloud-Dragon-Glass-Bridge-Vietnam-Kelley-Lusk-English-Stories-Southern-Oregon-University-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-11-30 08:59:302023-12-01 15:44:49Kelley Lusk on Teaching in Vietnam
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/11/Mt-Daisen-Laura-Payne-English-Program-Stories-Southern-Oregon-University-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-11-19 11:44:312023-12-01 15:46:20Laura Payne’s Passion for Teaching in Japan
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/10/Ebo-Barton-photo-by-Cameron-Thomsen-English-Program-Stories-Southern-Oregon-University-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-10-26 03:35:082023-12-01 15:48:05Ebo Barton Shares their Journey with SOU Students
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/10/Katherine-Dion-Poetry-as-Witness-Students-Tackle-Podcasting-English-Stories-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-10-22 08:41:312023-12-01 15:49:16“Poetry as Witness” Students Tackle Podcasting
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/05/Alma-Rosa-Alvarez-English-Stories-English-Program-Faculty-Publications-Interview-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-05-28 16:20:192023-12-01 15:58:13English Program Faculty Publications: Interview with Alma Rosa Alvarez and Ed Battistella
/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/05/Nicolle-Aleman-English-Stories-What-Can-You-Do-With-an-English-Major-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-05-28 14:54:182023-12-01 15:59:25Nicolle Aleman ’01, Director of Marketing
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/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2021/04/Sarah-McCoy-left-Kiersten-Faith-Hammond-right-English-Program-Stories-SOU-cover.jpg4231024Sean Glassford/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Southern-Oregon-University.pngSean Glassford2021-04-21 17:49:552023-12-01 16:02:07A Lasting Impression: How Young Writers are Inspiring English Majors
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Honoring Heritage Through Scholarship: Ellie Trahern鈥檚 Path After SOU
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
SOU English alumna, Ellie Trahern, is pursuing graduate study at UC Davis, deepening her research in Pacific Indigenous poetics and building community through scholarship and editing.
鈥淏aldwin Totally Blew My Mind鈥: Kendall Dinniene on SOU, Graduate Study, and Teaching Literature
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
SOU English Alum and newly minted English Ph.D., Kendall Dinniene, reflects on how mentorship, small classes, and coursework prepared her for graduate study and teaching.
A Life of Learning, A Career of Teaching: Celebrating Dr. Margaret Perrow
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
For two decades, Dr. Margaret Perrow has guided students at SOU through writing, reflection, and the work of becoming teachers. Through her teaching, leadership in the Oregon Writing Project, and dedication to education, Dr. Perrow has built spaces where learning and connection flourished. As she prepares to retire, we honor her complex career grounded in mentorship and community.
SOU English Alums Daniel and Julie Bring Stanley Luther鈥檚 Memoir to Life
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
SOU alumni Daniel Alrick and Julie Kanta joined forces to help Air Force veteran Stanley Luther preserve nearly a century of lived experience. While Daniel shaped Stan鈥檚 voice on the page through hours of interviews and ghostwriting, Julie crafted the editorial structure, design, and production that brought the manuscript to life. Together, they created A Lifetime in the Atmosphere: A Memoir of Flight that honors Stan鈥檚 voice and history.
From SOU to Oxford Brookes: Sophia Lorusso鈥檚 Path to Publishing
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
SOU alumna Sophia Lorusso turned her passion for editing into an international adventure by pursuing her master’s degree at Oxford Brookes University in England. She combines technical skill, creativity, and dedication to shape her professional path while immersing herself in Oxford鈥檚 rich literary history!
Open Books, Fresh Pages, & New Possibilities
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, English Major
Nylah Winchester, this year鈥檚 English Program blog-writer, recounts her eventful summer vacation and details what she is excited about for the fall term. Nylah then introduces Emma Pearl Williams and Emily Jennings, two incoming English students, who are just as thrilled for their upcoming experiences.
Farewell, Annalynn! Hello, Nylah!
/in English, FeaturedBy Nylah Winchester, junior English major and Annalynn Mueller, senior English major
Nylah Winchester, the incoming English program blogger interviews Annalynn Mueller, the current blogger about her time as an English major and her experience blogging over the past two years. Annalynn then introduces Nylah and welcomes her into the role of blogging.
Allie Sipe 鈥17, Housing Attorney in Legal Aid
/in English, FeaturedBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
Allie Sipe, a 2017 graduate of SOU鈥檚 English program, now works as a housing attorney in a legal aid organization. She shares her experience at SOU, prior work experience, and how she impacts her community through her work.
Brystan Strong 鈥13, Programs Coordinator for Jackson County Library Services
/in English, FeaturedBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
SOU English program alum, Brystan Strong now works as Programs Coordinator for Jackson County Library Services. She shares her insights about her job, about librarianship in general, and advice on how readers can support their local libraries.
The Adventure of Writing: A Look into Holly Searcy鈥檚 Author Journey
/in English, FeaturedBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
Holly Searcy, 2009 English and Creative Writing Major, has always loved to read and recently harnessed that passion into becoming a fantasy author. She shares her path, process, hopes for readers, and advice for aspiring authors.
SOU English and Sociology & Anthropology Majors Attend the NYC Colleges and Communities Advocacy Institute
/in English, Featured, Sociology & AnthropologyBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
SOU English major Connor Babbitt recently had the opportunity to attend the American Civil Liberties Union Conference with Sociology and Anthropology major Ally Grommes. Connor and Ally learned about how to engage in social-justice advocacy. They share their insight from the conference and give advice to people wanting to get involved in advocacy work.
Advice and Inspiration from ELA Experts: SOU English Program Panel Presentation
/in English, FeaturedBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
In December 2024, the SOU English program invited educators from across the valley to share their experiences teaching English language arts across grade levels. Through sharing their experiences and insight, they inspired students, faculty, and community members.
Literacy and Leadership in the Outdoors: Reflections from Time Spent with Adventure Risk Challenge
/in English, FeaturedBy Annalynn Mueller, English Major
This past summer, I had the opportunity to volunteer with Adventure Risk Challenge (ARC), a youth-development organization based in the Sierra mountain range, that teaches literacy alongside leadership and outdoor education. I got connected with ARC through SOU English professor Dr. Merrilyne Lundahl, who has been working closely with ARC for 9 years. Since her start with ARC, Merrilyne has been researching for the organization and is currently focusing on the impacts ARC has on students and staff that participate in the program.