California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is a public university in Los Angeles, California. It is part of the California State University (CSU) system and offers 142 bachelor's degree programs, 122 master's degree programs, and 4 doctoral degrees. Cal State LA had a student body of 26,342 as of fall 2020, which includes 22,566 undergraduates and 3,776 graduate students. It is organized into 9 colleges that house a total of 4 schools and approximately 50 academic departments, divisions, and interdisciplinary programs.
The English Department at California State University, Los Angeles offers comprehensive Bachelor's and Master's degrees in literature, language, and writing. Located in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, the department provides a dynamic environment where students cultivate critical thinking, communication, and professional skills essential for diverse careers. The curriculum explores a wide range of literary traditions and linguistic studies, connecting academic learning with practical application and community engagement, drawing inspiration from the region's rich cultural landscape. With faculty specializing in areas from global literature to creative writing and rhetoric, the department prepares graduates for fields like education, publishing, journalism, and law, fostering a supportive community for its diverse student body.
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