U of M English Graduate Organization
UMEGO supports the advancement of the academic and professional goals of its members and provides opportunities for networking with other graduate students and faculty in the Department of English. UMEGO proudly provides quality services to the English major graduate students. What differentiates UMEGO from other organizations is the ability to truly connect with our graduate students, faculty, and the University of Memphis.
Any person taking a graduate course in the English department is eligible and encouraged to be a member of UMEGO. UMEGO does not require any dues at this time.
2022-23 Officers and Contact Information
President: Sylvia Barnes
Vice President: Ming Cheng
Treasurer: Addy Enlow
Secretary: Brett Lewis
Graduate Student Ambassador: Uthman Alzuhairy
Graduate Student Ambassador: Wood Rodgers
Spring 2019 Events
Spring 2019: "Compose Yourself" writing workshop with the Center for Writing and Communication
February 2019: Fundraising Event TBA
February 2019: "Work in Progress"; present your paper and get feedback from other students
March 2019: Informal UMEGO meeting, March 15th at 1:00pm
April 26th, 2019: Faculty vs. Graduate Student Softball Game, April 19th
Fall 2018 Events
September 7th, 2018- Dr. Harris hosted the annual Faculty-Graduate Student Welcome Party
September 14th, 2018- Fall UMEGO Informational Meeting in Patterson Hall
October 19th, 2018- Graduate Panel Q&A for Undergraduate English Majors hosted by department advisor, Bridget Wells
November 2nd, 2018- Memphis Tigers Basketball Game vs. CBU
Tips for Graduate Students
- Manage your time wisely
- Plan out your reading
- Manage your deadlines for travel funding, awards, and fellowships
- Keep up with conference dates and locations
- Consider a color-coded calendar
Get In Touch
Questions, comments or requests? UMEGO would love to hear from you. Don't hesitate to reach out!