THE MFA EXPERIENCE: A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR

Catalog description

This foundational required course in the MFA program in Creative Writing provides insight into how MFA candidates can best develop professionally. Taught through a series of discussions and in-depth analyses of relevant issues and texts, it introduces students to resources that will augment research and increase productivity. The course will cover approaches to building a career as a literary artist, and will include discussions of ethics, invention techniques and creativity theory. The professional development elements of the course will include: networking, exploring arts opportunities and grants, submitting for publication, preparing CVs and cover letters, and exploring other dynamics in the job search. Discussion, lecture, with a workshop component.