Humans of Sigma Tau Delta

09/11/2026

“The world of literature feels like home.
Growing up, I have always loved reading and writing. This fascination carried over into college and became something that I wanted to do for the rest of my life. Writing always came naturally.
When getting into literature, reach out of your comfort zone. Doing this is daunting, but it’s imperative in becoming a better writer. Just sit down and write; writing something is better than nothing, and you cannot make something good if nothing ever starts. Don’t get stuck on one story. The best writing I have done came when someone made me start something new.
I thank my advisor for reaching out to me and letting me know of the opportunities within Sigma Tau Delta. This organization has impacted me positively, educationally, and beyond. In my chapter specifically, we have created a community of tight-knit members, and I have made some really good friends through the organization that I wouldn’t have otherwise.”

Lexi Goodwin
Epsilon Theta Chapter
Southern Arkansas University


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09/11/2026

“The world of literature feels like home.
Growing up, I have always loved reading and writing. This fascination carried over into college and became something that I wanted to do for the rest of my life. Writing always came naturally.
When getting into literature, reach out of your comfort zone. Doing this is daunting, but it’s imperative in becoming a better writer. Just sit down and write; writing something is better than nothing, and you cannot make something good if nothing ever starts. Don’t get stuck on one story. The best writing I have done came when someone made me start something new.
I thank my advisor for reaching out to me and letting me know of the opportunities within Sigma Tau Delta. This organization has impacted me positively, educationally, and beyond. In my chapter specifically, we have created a community of tight-knit members, and I have made some really good friends through the organization that I wouldn’t have otherwise.”

Lexi Goodwin
Epsilon Theta Chapter
Southern Arkansas University

08/28/2026

From a young age, I knew that my love for reading and writing made English the perfect path for me. In class, I can discuss literature with peers who share that same passion with me, and doing so is incredibly rewarding. Even my homework can be enjoyable when it involves being assigned to read a book. What I love most about literature is that there’s no single right answer. Everything is open to interpretation, inviting everyone to join the conversation. Being an English major has only fostered and encouraged my love for literature in and out of the classroom.”

Nya Rowe
Mu Omicron Chapter
The University of Scranton
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08/21/2026

“Literature has been something that brought people together for centuries. From tales passed down by generations to translations across nations, a love of literature is the constant. I love that stories can make other people feel seen, that they can give them another world to escape into, that they can help them learn more about themselves. I believe that language is our most powerful tool. I couldn’t not study it, I found it so fascinating. Sigma Tau Delta allows us to share our love for literature with other likeminded story nerds. It’s a wonderful community of intelligent and compassionate people. If I could give any writing advice, it would be: do it scared. Do it terrified, but do it anyway.”

Grace Stallman
Mu Omicron Chapter
The University of Scranton

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08/14/2026

"Now, there are so many things that I love about studying English! One of the main ones is that an English degree is really a study of human history conveyed through narrative and language. As someone who has taught for over a decade, I can say that English as a discipline has the potential to build confidence, critical thinking, creativity, and empathy. An English major also teaches the importance of asking questions — of not taking ideas for granted! I think my students often love me and hate me for helping them develop this skill. One of the parts of my job that I enjoy the most is when my students start looking at books they've read a million times in new ways, asking new questions, formulating their own ideas about its cultural significance. Sigma Tau Delta offers a ready-made community for people who love literature and language. The truth is that being an aspiring writer or a teacher is hard. Both take time, dedication, and internal motivation. If you're going to write or teach, do it for yourself! Do it in a way that's authentic for you. Do what you love and find a way to be you — unapologetically!”

Kimberley Cox
Associate Professor of English and Faculty Athletic Representative
Sigma Beta Chapter
Chadron State College

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08/10/2026

Are you ready for Children of Blood and Bone on screen?

This morning, Paramount released the first trailer for Children of Blood and Bone, their buzzy adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling young adult novel. Set to a Beyoncé soundtrack and teas…

08/09/2026

What can literature teach us about age-gap relationships?

Jennette McCurdy has spent the past few years telling the world her story. The actress became a household name as the comedic sidekick of iCarly, a Nickelodeon sitcom. She was fifteen when the firs…

08/08/2026

Which new children’s books should you discover this August?

When the legendary children’s book editor Ursula Nordstrom, who worked with luminaries like Maurice Sendak and E.B. White, was challenged about her qualifications to publish children’s books, she r…

08/07/2026

**“**I love English because it is so important for growth and a skill anyone can improve on and keep throughout their life. English hones our innate ability to communicate with others. I love Sigma Tau Delta because it allowed me to find my college family and lifelong friends. In my previous major, I couldn’t find those to connect to as easily as I did in the English department. After I switched my major, I joined Sigma Tau Delta and instantly made friends. Not only did we discuss classes, but we discussed our passions related to English, our projects, our emotional or social life traumas, and our life experiences. I believe people who join Sigma Tau Delta won’t regret a minute of it. It brings a sense of pride to English majors, a sense of belonging, and networking. The advice I have for aspiring authors or anyone working in an English related field is that your passion can change, but your level of passion shouldn’t. Never give up. Your story is in you. Don’t give up on it. Don’t give up on you. Push through. Keep the passion high. And above all, read. Read and share your work with the world.”

Ashley Burrows
Elementary Paraprofessional
Sigma Beta Chapter
Chadron State College

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08/07/2026

Is Colson Whitehead’s Harlem Trilogy coming to your screen soon?

Colson Whitehead’s Harlem trilogy—comprised of the bestselling novels Harlem Shuffle, Crook Manifesto, and Cool Machine—is headed for the small screen. As Variety reported this morning, Apple…