MFA in Writing Courses

ENG 612 Introductory Residency in Creative Writing – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation.

ENG 613 Introductory Independent Writing and Reading – 12 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-612 residency, students who intend to complete this independent study in one semester begin ENG-613: Introductory Independent Writing and Reading in Creative Writing. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and a student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisites: ENG-612 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 612 Introductory Residency in Creative Writing – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation.

ENG 614 Extended Introductory Independent Writing and Reading – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-612 residency, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters begin ENG-614: Extended Introductory Independent Writing and Reading in Creative Writing-I, the first part of the introductory independent study. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments to be completed in ENG-614 and ENG-615, the second part of the independent study. The student typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-614 and ENG-615.

During ENG-614, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and a student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. After completion of ENG-614, students enter ENG-615 to finish the second part of their Introductory independent study.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisites: ENG-612 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director

ENG 615 Extended Introductory Independent Writing and Reading – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-612 residency and completing ENG-614, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters begin ENG-615: Extended Introductory Independent Writing and Reading in Creative Writing-II, the second part of the introductory independent study. The student, who typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-614 and ENG-615, continues with the Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments. During ENG-615, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and a student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read.

Prerequisites: ENG-614 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 622 Intermediate Residency in Creative Writing – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this intermediate course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common and small group discussion materials. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, small group discussions, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation

Prerequisite courses: ENG-613 or ENG-615 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director

ENG 623 Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading – 12 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-622 residency, students who intend to complete this independent study in one semester begin ENG-623: Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading in Creative Writing. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. If ENG623 is taken by a MAW student, the coursework culminates with a chapbook-length manuscript of original creative writing with a critical introduction.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-622 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 622 Intermediate Residency in Creative Writing – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this intermediate course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common and small group discussion materials. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, small group discussions, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-613 or ENG-615 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 624 Extended Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-622 residency, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters begin ENG-624: Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading-I, the first part of the intermediate independent study. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments to be completed in ENG-624 and ENG-625, the second part of the intermediate independent study. The student typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-624 and ENG-625. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. After the completion of ENG-624, students enter ENG-625 to finish the second part of their intermediate independent study.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-622 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 625 Extended Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-622 residency and completing ENG-624, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters begin ENG-625: Extended Intermediate Independent Writing and Reading, the second part of the intermediate independent study. The student, who typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-624 and ENG-625, continues with the Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing, an individualized reading list, and short critical writing assignments.

During ENG-625, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work, and critical writing assignments. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. If ENG625 is taken by a MAW student, the coursework culminates with a chapbook-length manuscript of original creative writing with a critical introduction.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-624 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 632 Advanced Residency I in Creative Writing (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this advanced course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common and small group discussion materials. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, small group discussions, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation. If a student takes ENG-632 as the MAW Capstone Residency, the student must also fulfill all Capstone requirements and accordingly earns 5 credits for ENG-632.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-623 or ENG-625 or equivalent and permission of the Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 633 Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Long Research Project – 12 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-632 or equivalent residency course, students who intend to complete this independent study in one semester begin ENG-633 Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Research Project. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments and the research project, original creative writing, and an individualized reading list. The research project may be an extended critical essay on literature; or a research project on the history, practices, or trends in publishing and/or editing; a research project that includes a grant proposal to fund a project for an existing literary arts organization; or a pedagogical study in the teaching of creative writing. Other research projects that concern the profession of writing may also be suggested for approval. Students continuing to ENG-642 also present and discuss possible topics for the Small Group Discussion, which takes place in the subsequent residency. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors at scheduled intervals, containing a cover letter and a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. Students continuing on to ENG-642 may serve as thesis readers but may participate in no more than two virtual thesis discussions for ENG-643 students. Students taking this course to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in the Teaching of Creative Writing must complete the long research project option to study the pedagogy of creative writing.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-632 or equivalent and permission of the Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 632 Advanced Residency I in Creative Writing (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this advanced course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common and small group discussion materials. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, small group discussions, and readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation. If a student takes ENG-632 as the MAW Capstone Residency, the student must also fulfill all Capstone requirements and accordingly earns 5 credits for ENG-632.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-623 or ENG-625 or equivalent and permission of the Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 634 Extended Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Long Research Project – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-632 or equivalent residency course, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters, begin ENG-634 Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Research Project-I, the first part of the advanced independent study. The student and assigned mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments and the research project, original creative writing, and an individualized reading list to be completed during ENG-634 and ENG-635, the second part of the advanced independent study. The student typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-634 and ENG-635. The research project may be an extended critical essay on literature; or a research project on the history, practices, or trends in publishing and/or editing; a research project that includes a grant proposal to fund a project for an existing literary arts organization; or a pedagogical study in the teaching of creative writing. Other research projects that concern the profession of writing may also be suggested for approval. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. After the completion of ENG-634, students enter ENG-635 to finish the second part of their advanced independent study.

Students taking this course to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in the Teaching of Creative Writing must complete the long research project option to study the pedagogy of creative writing.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-632 or equivalent and permission of the Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 635 Extended Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Long Research Project – 6 hours

After successfully participating in ENG632 or equivalent residency course and completing ENG-634, students wishing to extend their independent study over two semesters begin ENG-635: Extended Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Research Project-II, the second part of the advanced independent study. The student, who typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-634 and ENG-635, continues with the Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments and the research project, original creative writing, and an individualized reading list. The research project may be an extended critical essay on literature; or a research project on the history, practices, or trends in publishing and/or editing; a research project that includes a grant proposal to fund a project for an existing literary arts organization; or a pedagogical study in the teaching of creative writing. Other research projects that concern the profession of writing may also be suggested for approval. Students continuing to ENG-642 also present and discuss possible topics for the Small Group Discussion, which takes place in the subsequent residency. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and scripts read. Students continuing on to ENG-642 may serve as thesis readers but may participate in no more than two virtual thesis discussions for ENG-643 students. Students taking this course to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in the Teaching of Creative Writing must complete the long research project option to study the pedagogy of creative writing.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-634 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 642 Advanced Residency II in Creative Writing (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this advanced course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Also, each student leads a Small Group Discussion. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-633 or ENG-636 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 643 Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Creative Thesis – 12 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-642 residency, students who intend to complete this independent study in one semester begin ENG-643: Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Creative Thesis Collection. The student and assigned faculty mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing culminating in the successful completion of the creative thesis, and an individualized reading list. In addition to the work on the creative thesis, and under the guidance of the ENG-643 mentor, the student prepares a Graduation Lecture to be presented at Graduation Residency. The Independent Study plan also includes new writing to help establish a transition to the writing life after the MFA is awarded to the student. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. Students participate in a virtual discussion of their creative thesis. Students serve as thesis readers for other ENG-643 students but may participate in no more than two thesis discussions other than their own.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-642 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director

ENG 646 MFA Graduation Residency (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 5 hours

After successfully completing ENG-643 or ENG-645, students attend their graduation residency. The majority of instruction for Graduation Residency takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. During the Graduation Residency, the student delivers a Graduation Lecture and a Graduation Reading. Students submit residency reports, a Workshop evaluation, an End-of-Program evaluation, and an updated culminated student curriculum vitae.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-643 or ENG-645 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 642 Advanced Residency II in Creative Writing (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 3 hours

The majority of instruction for this advanced course takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. Also, each student leads a Small Group Discussion. Students submit residency reports and a Workshop evaluation.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-633 or ENG-636 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 644 Extended Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Creative Thesis – 6 hours

After successfully participating in the ENG-642 residency, students wishing to extend their advanced independent study over two semesters begin ENG-644: Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Creative Thesis Collection, the first part of the independent study. The student and assigned faculty mentor create an Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing culminating in the successful completion of the creative thesis, and an individualized reading list to be completed during ENG-644 and ENG-645, the second part of the advanced independent study. The student typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-644 and ENG-645.

In addition to the work on the creative thesis, and under the guidance of the ENG-644 mentor, the student prepares a Graduation Lecture to be presented at Graduation Residency. The Independent Study plan also includes new writing to help establish a transition to the writing life after the MFA is awarded to the student. During the independent study, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. After the completion of ENG-644, students enter ENG-645 to finish the second part of their advanced independent study.

Students enrolled in this course may choose to add a travel option which allows them to engage in writing, reading, and research that emphasizes the literature of the international destination.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-642 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 645 Extended Advanced Independent Writing and Reading Emphasizing the Creative Thesis – 6 hours

After successfully completing ENG-644, students wishing to extend their advanced independent study over two semesters begin ENG-645: Advanced Independent Writing and Reading: Emphasizing the Creative Thesis Collection, the second part of the independent study. The student, who typically studies with the same mentor for ENG-644 and ENG-645, continues with the Advanced Independent Study Plan, which includes extensive assignments of original creative writing culminating in the successful completion of the creative thesis, and an individualized reading list. In addition to the work on the creative thesis, and under the guidance of the ENG-645 mentor, the student prepares a Graduation Lecture to be presented at Graduation Residency. The Independent Study plan also includes new writing to help establish a transition to the writing life after the MFA is awarded to the student. During ENG-645, students submit packets to their mentors, at scheduled intervals, containing a specified amount of material that includes new and revised work. The mentor replies to each student packet on an individual basis, providing critique and instruction to the student in a written or recorded response. Students submit other assignments throughout the course, including evaluations and an updated student curriculum vitae, which includes a bibliography of books and/or scripts read. Students participate in a virtual discussion of their creative thesis. Students serve as thesis readers for other ENG-645 students but may participate in no more than two thesis discussions other than their own.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-644 and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

ENG 646 MFA Graduation Residency (or ENG 637 or ENG662 or ENG672*) – 5 hours

After successfully completing ENG-643 or ENG-645, students attend their graduation residency. The majority of instruction for Graduation Residency takes place during the intensive residency; however, the course also requires students to complete significant pre-assignments before arriving at residency: students submit original creative writing to be discussed during the residency Workshop and read and respond to materials in the Workshop Booklet. In addition, students read all other assigned texts, including books and/or scripts in common. Students view films, when required. Students are also required to participate in orientations and curriculum sessions, including a virtual Workshop facilitated before residency by a faculty workshop leader. In residency Workshop, students are expected to be open to the comments of faculty and students, to provide comments on the work of other students, and to participate in any other assignments presented by Workshop faculty. In addition to Workshop, students attend required lectures, conferences, readings, and participate in cross-genre and/or interrelatedness-of-the-arts activities. During the Graduation Residency, the student delivers a Graduation Lecture and a Graduation Reading. Students submit residency reports, a Workshop evaluation, an End-of-Program evaluation, and an updated culminated student curriculum vitae.

Prerequisite courses: ENG-643 or ENG-645 or equivalent and permission of Chair or Associate Programs Director.

*A student may take both ENG662 and ENG672 and each will count toward the degree requirement in place of one core course: ENG632, ENG642, or ENG645.