Courses
CWLA A695 Literary Practicum 1-5 Credits
Provides students with opportunities for professional development in writing, publishing, or teaching by focusing on literary projects of their own devising or by collaborating on projects with public, educational, or literary communities. Student is responsible for planning, organizing, and submitting projects to program director.
Special Note: Practicum may be taken only after satisfactorily completing 20 credits of coursework. May be repeated for a maximum of 5 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and admission to MFA program in creative writing; permission of program director
CWLA A699 Thesis 5 Credits
Book-length collection of the graduate student's creative work, introduced by an in-depth analytical essay addressing the body of the creative work in terms of process, craft, and theory. Also part of the thesis evaluation is an annotated bibliography, oral defense of the thesis, and public reading.
Special Note: Must have satisfactorily completed 30 credits to enroll. May be repeated for a total of 10 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and admission to MFA program in creative writing; permission of advisor