Lingustics Linguistic Description: Students will be able to describe the grammar of English. Composition Writing Conventions: Students will be able to compose texts that conform to the conventions of a particular
genre as well as the rules of standard written English. Literature Literary Analysis: Students will be able to analyze literary texts using evidence from the primary texts
themselves. All CSU applications must be submitted online at www.calstate.edu/apply. Visitors to this site can find specific information for the application procedures
for Freshman, Transfer, Graduate, and International students, as well as for those
seeking a Teaching Credential. This site also contains a link to Application Dates
and Deadlines, as well as a link to the CSU Applicant Help Center for additional resources. About the EMLL Program
Contact:
Office:
Phone/Email:
Dr. Emerson Case
English Department ChairHOB
139661-654-6281
ecase@csub.edu
Analía Rodriguez
English Department CoordinatorHOB
148661-654-2144
arodriguez5@csub.edu
Dr. Adam Schuster
Graduate Program Director HOB
142661-654-2127
aschuster@csub.edu
Dr. Dan Stockwell
EMCE Program CoordinatorHOB
146661-654-3315
dstockwell@csub.edu
Dr. Kim Flachmann
Writing Program CoordinatorDDH
B104661-654-3083
kflachmann@csub.edu
Angela Beardsley
Writing Program Administrative Support CoordinatorDDH
B100661-654-6194
abeardsley@csub.edu
Dr. Alicia Rodriquez
Dean/College of Arts & HumanitiesHOB
211661-654-2166
arodriquez@csub.edu
Adrianna Hook
Assistant to the Dean/College of Arts & HumanitiesHOB
207661-654-3986
ahook@csub.edu
Expository Writing: Students will be able to compose expository essays that demonstrate cohesion and
clarity.
Applying Critical Theory: Students will be able to apply specific critical approaches to literary works.
Researching Criticism: Students will be able to survey the existing criticism on any literary text.
Creative Writing: Students will be able to compose poetry, fiction, or drama.Getting Into the EMLL Program
Detailed information on Application Procedures and Policies can also be found at www.csub.edu/catalog/2024-2025-admissions-procedures-and-policies.
Requirements for admission to CSU Bakersfield are in accordance with Title 5, Chapter
1, Subchapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations. Complete information is available
at www.calstate.edu.
Antelope Valley College
Bakersfield College
Cerro Coso Community College
Porterville College
Taft College
Getting Through the EMLL Program
For a copy of the 2026-2027 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For a copy of the 2025-2026 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For a copy of the 2024-2025 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For a copy of the 2023-2024 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For a copy of the 2022-2023 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For a copy of the 2021-2022 EMLL Graduation Outline, click on the links below:
For Program Map information for the English Major in Language and Literature (EMLL), click on the link below:
The faculty and staff in The Department of English are ready to advise and mentor you as you pursue your degree with us. We can help you decide your required classes and electives, discuss your academic interests, and work with you as you consider your future career. You can talk to any professor you like. Just contact them after class or through email, and they will make time for you.
As you plan your classes each semester, the first place to start is the Arts & Humanities Student Center. Each term, make an appointment through the link below. The advisors will review the courses being offered, assist as you set up your schedule, update your concentration outline, and help you when it comes time to apply for graduation. They work closely with the department chair to make sure you are proceeding toward graduation in a timely fashion.
For complete information on the A&H Student Center, including hours of operation, click on the link below:
To make an appointment to see an A&H Student Center Advisor, click on the link below:
In addition, Dr. Emerson Case, the English Department Chair, is there to mentor and advise you as well. Contact him at ecase@csub.edu to set up a time to meet.
For a copy of English Course Descriptions, click on the link below:
For a copy of the Independent Study Form, click on the link below:
For a copy of the Change of Major Form, click on the link below:
For a copy of the Drop/Add Form, click on the link below:
Finishing the EMLL Program
All students must apply online for graduation, which will initiate the graduation
evaluation process. As an undergraduate student, once you have completed 84 semester
units, a link to apply online for graduation will be available on your myCSUB Student
Center. In addition, you will receive an email notification that you may be eligible
to apply for graduation.
Before applying for graduation, you should review your academic requirements with
your academic advisor. You should confirm that you are within two semesters of completing
all remaining graduation requirements.
Detailed information on application deadlines and online application procedures, as well as graduation checklists, can be found at www.csub.edu/registrar/graduation.