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Regional writing can explore your immediate surroundings or transport readers to distant worlds, whether cultural niches, countryside settings, or futuristic landscapes. This MA program supports your creative goals in capturing narratives that matter to you—whether preserving local tales or redefining lives shaped by boundaries. The core objective is to hone your ability to craft creative pieces across diverse formats and media.
The curriculum includes two semester-long modules, collaborative projects with external partners advancing regional initiatives, a student-organized symposium, and a final dissertation. Weekly workshops will require written submissions and constructive peer feedback, often tied to lecture and seminar discussions. Your creative journey will be grounded in examining your methods, stylistic choices, and techniques, with encouragement to maintain a writer's journal for self-reflection and progress tracking.
Learn from acclaimed authors specializing in regional writing, dedicated to amplifying emerging and underrepresented voices, alongside visiting writers and publishing professionals. The program aims to refine your work to professional standards while highlighting diverse career opportunities post-graduation.
Full-time (1 year)