English
Program Information
English has a lot to offer, representing a broad range of academic, practical, and humanist concerns. Our classes promote fluency in academic reading and writing, as well as work environments and personal living outside the classroom. We provide windows with views into the broadest range of human experience.
What Does The English Department Have To Offer?
You can find information about the following on this website:
- Full-time faculty members, including office locations, phone numbers and e-mail addresses
- Kaleidoscope, Kishwaukee College's student run newspaper
- Kamelian, Kishwaukee College's student literary and art magazine
- Various contests and scholarship opportunities
- Writing resources, including assistance in the Learning Skills Center (LSC)
- Provides reading courses
Get Published!
The Kaleidoscope, Kishwaukee College's student run newspaper, continually seeks applications from students. Check out the different opportunities (not just writing!) that await you. Alternatively, you can read related Journalism course descriptions.
The Kamelian, Kishwaukee College's student literary and art magazine, accepts yearly submissions of art (3D and 2D), photography, poetry, short stories, and essays from students. You can download a current general information sheet and an entry form when they become available.
Get Money!
Kishwaukee College offers an assortment of essay contests and scholarship opportunities related to English studies: (For now, feel free to check out these opportunities.)
- Paul Simon Essay Contest
- Perry/Cornell Reading and Study Skills Scholarship
- Perry/Cornell Journalism Scholarship
- Jeanne Henderson Memorial Scholarship
Kishwaukee Resources
Want one-on-one help with your writing? English tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center:
Monday-Thursday: 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 4:30pm
Friday: 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 4pm
Find course descriptions of any English classes we teach in the Kishwaukee College Catalog.
Can't find your English classroom? Have your room number ready and view the interactive Campus Map.
Contact Information
Jennifer Hendrickson, Coordinator
815-825-2086, ext. 2630
Office: U208
John Desjarlais
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2620
Office: U201
Amy Smith
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2080
Office: U214
Todd West
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2670
Office: U318
Esther DiMarzio
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 3010
Office: U204
Nathan Gordon
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2870
Office: U317
Tina Hultgren
Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2280
Office: U321
