On August 30th, 2018, the English Department hosted a graduate program welcome event for new and returning graduate students. They enjoyedÌýhors d'oeuvres, refreshments, and a variety of fun lawn games and activities in the Shakespeare Gardens. This wasÌýa great opportunity to meet the newest graduate students and to connect with the English graduate community. Kids, partners, and spouses wereÌýwelcome to join!