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Bailey Wilson

Bailey Wilson is a 24-year-old queer, disabled writer attempting to navigate life through her writing. She is a first-year English major working towards her BA at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta. Bailey enjoys writing both fiction and poetry and tries to infuse her works with a touch of humour. She is a fan of the fantasy and science fiction genres, currently working on a story based on Celtic mythology. In her spare time, Bailey enjoys video games, reading, drawing, board games, and video editing.

Ben is a Filipino-Canadian student from Calgary, Alberta currently enrolled in their second year at MRU in the Criminal Justice program. They are an avid hockey fan and have experience as a hockey blogger reporting on the Nashville Predators. They write both fiction and poetry, including an in progress horror novel set in northern BC. Their inspirations include Ann Patchett, Yiyun Li, and Mary Shelley.

Benjamin Urquhart

Ben is Treasurer of the Write Club, and a second year English student at Mount Royal University. He was born in Hong Kong in 2002, and lived there for a year until his family returned to Calgary. He mainly writes fiction, and enjoys a variety of genres, particularly fantasy, epics, science fiction, and anything to do with mythology. In his spare time, Ben enjoys reading, writing, film/television, games, and exercise.

Caden Breen

Caden Breen is an emerging author and poet. Who is currently pursuing a degree in English. Born and raised in Calgary, Caden’s literary journey was cemented at the age of twelve. When he won the Calgary Turning Points essay award. These days, Caden can be found writing works regarding the human experience and all the complications that come with it. Generally, the context of his work ranges from nuances of early twenties mental health to the socio-economic state of the world. When Caden isn’t writing, he enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and his dogs Jersey and Patrick. As well as listening to a wide range of contemporary rap music and playing Rugby. Having played since he was just six years old.

You can find more of Caden’s work, and contact him at his website www.cadenswords.ca .

Campton Hancock

Campton Hancock is the Vice President of Social Media and Marketing for the Write Club, and is an aspiring novelist most often recognized for her short stories about family, dystopia, and disfunction. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Campton is a public relations practitioner by day and a deeply reflective creator by night. Read more about Campton’s work on her WordPress .

Chandler Christie

Born in May 1995, Chandler Christie grew up in Nanton, Alberta where his interest in creative writing flourished from an interest in general science fiction. After graduating, he was inspired to enroll at MRU to develop his authorial skills, with the intent of becoming published in the future. Having already completed the honours’ seminar. He currently has several other works in progress that he hopes to have published in the years to come. Chandler is grateful that his academic studies have enable this creative freedom to express why creative expression is important in the modern media landscape. He currently lives in Calgary, close of his family who have been supportive of his creative endeavours.

Christina Jarmics

Christina Jarmics is a student at Mount Royal University, although her studies are leading her towards a bachelor’s degree in marketing, she has a passion for writing literature that stems from childhood. Christina was born and raised in Calgary and most of her written work is related to her own experiences and the places around her.

Constance Yu

Connie Yu is a 27-year-old poet, Secretary of the Write Club, and social worker aiding the vulnerable population, residing in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She currently pursues a degree in sociology at Mount Royal University. Along with her love for poetry, Connie enjoys capturing the beauty of the world through photography. Her poems often reflect her many observations on the human experience and the emotions that come with it. Yu dedicates her life to helping people and animals of all kinds. When she isn’t writing, Yu enjoys art galleries, rock climbing, and very long baths.

Danaë Webb was born in South Africa before immigrating to the city of Calgary in the late 2000’s. She is an avid reader, aspiring writer, and is currently working towards a BA in English at Mount Royal University in Calgary. She hopes to become an editor after attaining her degree. She enjoys classic and contemporary literature, Greek mythology and artwork, aswell as many other creative pursuits such as, music, photography and dance. Danaë’s writings are examinations of girlhood, identity, religion, the mundane human experience and dissections of her life as a third-culture kid.

Eduardo Picazo

Eduardo Picazo is a 23 year old student currently studying English at Mount Royal University. He was born in Mexico and moved to Canada young. An aspiring writer of fiction even as a young boy, Eddy has been creating stories in his head before he decided to write them down. His inspirations come from the things he loves: stories and mediums of stories. Video games, movies, books and tabletop RPGs are all things Eduardo happily enjoys. When he is not studying the things he likes and procrastinating any sort of work (including writing), he can be found petting his dog, Casper.

Em is a non-binary, queer, proudly disabled human being. They have been writing poetry in some form since the fifth grade. They have always used poetry as a way “to better understand myself, the world around me, and how I fit into said world.” They are former Vice President of Innovation and Outreach for Write Club.

Felix Da Costa Gomez

Felix is a Canadian writer originally from Venezuela who is currently in their second year of an English degree. Their dream is to become an author, which they plan to pursue more vigorously once they have completed their academic studies. Felix’s focus is on fiction pieces, with their latest work in progress being a Western trilogy set in both the American Northwest and Southwestern Canada spanning from the 1880s to the late 1910s. In addition to writing fiction, Felix has also recently discovered a newfound respect for poetry as an art form to express emotions, drawing on personal life experiences such as anarchy, reminiscence, and adolescent shenanigans.

G. C. McKay

McKay (any pronouns) identifies as Genderfluid. They are currently a General Science major with a passion for art and poetic writing.

Jana Tzanakos

Jana Tzanakos is originally from Saskatchewan, SK, but has lived in Calgary, AB for nearly ten years now. She is a mother in her last year at Mount Royal University, majoring in an English Honours Degree and minoring in Creative Writing. In her first year, Jana won the Literary Kaleidoscope Society Award. She has been published in wordcitylit.ca and in a project by Natalie Meisner called This Might Help ( thismighthelp.ca ). She was shortlisted for FREEFALL Magazine’s Annual Prose and Poetry Contest 2023. Jana loves spending time with her family, playing pinball, exercising on the treadmill in her pajamas, and taking trips out to the mountains even though she’s still terrified of bears. Jana believes that writing is a form of healing and a great way to analyze things that are difficult to overcome or confront. She has been a part of the Creative Writing Club, Write Club, and the Film and English Student Society at MRU.

B. Kenneth Brown

Kenneth Brown is the President of the Write Club, and is a queer Métis writer and open-source web developer. He’s always looking for ways to empower marginalized voices, emphasize stories that matter, and create long-lasting community. He loves researching and writing a wide variety of genre, from poetry to creative non-fiction. If you think he can help you with a new opportunity, or you just wanna chat over a cup of decaf coffee. don’t be afraid to shoot him an e-mail at: [email protected]

Levi Lewko is a Canadian writer born and raised in the Canadian Prairies. He is currently working towards a degree in history, a topic which he is deeply passionate about. He is an avid writer who has a fondness for writing fiction; especially westerns and fantasy set in historically inspired settings. Levi’s works often employ humour and a lighthearted, whimsical tone to provide the reader with an enjoyable experience.

Liza Pamintuan

Liza is a first-year psychology student with a big love for writing. She often spends her free time creating self-indulgent works, original fiction and poetry. She loves to create works where she can see herself in them, either with sapphic relationships or parts of her Filipino heritage. They cannot wait to share their work with their peers and everyone else who will listen!

Marcus Vertodazo

Mark (Marcus) Vertodazo is a Filipino-Canadian born in Calgary and raised within the South East neighborhoods of Forest Lawn. He is a full time student at Mount Royal University, majoring in Sociology while pursuing a minor in Creative Writing. Creatively, he identifies first as a Spoken Word Poet. He is also currently the VP of Outreach and Relations for MRU’s Write Club. In his free time, Marcus spends his days getting lost in random neighborhoods on his skateboard, loitering in libraries and bookstores, and binge listening to an artist’s entire discography. His overall dream is to become an officially recognized poet laureate.

Neamat Ahmed

Neamat Ahmed, aged 19, is currently immersed in her second year of Public Relations studies. From her earliest ability to wield a pen, writing has been her sanctuary. Within the realm of language, she discovers her greatest freedom, assembling her thoughts with finesse. While Neamat finds solace in romantic tales and prose adorned with happy endings, her pen gravitates toward the complexities of human emotion beyond the confines of romance. She believes that crafting narratives rooted in reality, when executed skillfully, possesses an enthralling allure.

Refusing to confine herself to a single genre, Neamat revels in the challenge of exploring diverse storytelling avenues. One particular piece she has penned delves into the sensation of displacement and the longing for companionship—a theme she believes deserves greater exploration. In her writing journey, Neamat seeks not only to captivate but to offer insights into the less-examined facets of human experience. She extends her hopes that readers will find resonance and enjoyment within her words.

Robbi Fender

Robbi Fender, is a 32-year-old cisgender Métis woman who is employed as a Workforce Advisor while completing a Non-Profit Management certificate with Mount Royal University. Robbi’s passion for writing has been her creative outlet for many years while she sought to organize and understand her mental illnesses. Robbi was instructed at a young age to produce poetry that was lighter and broadened towards more relatable circumstances. She has grown to understand that her poetic insights around mental illness could be relatable to the right reader but has also worked on expanding her subject matter. Robbi is a lifelong learner and hopes to continue writing while in pursuit of her future endeavours.

Ryan Norris

Ryan Richard Norris was born and raised in Calgary Alberta, living there all his life except for a year abroad with his family in the Dominican Republic and a year long trip as a missionary in Florida. Ryan reads fantasy, but won’t say no to anything he finds that is compelling, interesting or fun. He has played sports all his life, starting with hockey, a brief stint as a lacrosse goalie that ended before he wanted it to, and now has played rugby for the last five years. This is his first real attempt at writing a novel, having written many short stories and poems before this. His inspirations lie in authors such as Brandon Sanderson, Terry Goodkind, Christopher Paolini, Agatha Christie, and many more.

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Natasha was born and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico. When she was 14, she went to boarding school in Texas to learn English, following that, she moved to Calgary and finished high school here. She an amazing partner, Francisco, and her daughter is the love of her life, Amèlie.

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About The Club

Mount Royal University’s Creative Writing Club is dedicated to nurturing the literary talents of our community in a safe and inclusive environment. Whether you’re an experienced writer or a beginner embarking on your creative journey, our club offers a supportive space for you to hone your craft, share your work, and connect with like-minded individuals. Please read our Code of Conduct !

Our Meetings for Spring 2024

Venue: EA3115 , on the 3rd floor of the EA Building Frequency: Every Wednesday Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Our weekly meetings will resume this week on Wednesday, May 8th and will continue through the summer until August 14th. Join us every Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM in the Makoi Yohosokyi (The Wolf Trail-Milky Way) Room EA3115, which is located on the 3rd floor of the EA Building. Please note, this is a change from our usual location due to renovations in the Clubhouse at the Wyckham building.

These spring and summer meetings are designed to be smaller, more relaxed, and casual—perfect for chilling out and getting those creative juices flowing. Whether you’re taking classes this spring or not, whether you're an alum or not even a Mount Royal University student, all are welcome to join and participate!

Our Meetings for Fall and Winter 2023

Venue: MRU Clubhouse (Z306) Frequency: Every Wednesday Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Note: While all Mount Royal University students can join our meetings free of charge, non-students are warmly welcomed too! However, voting rights on club policies remain exclusive to MRU students.

Weekly Meeting Schedule

• 📣 Roll Call and Ice Breaker: Every meeting kicks off with a quick attendance check, followed by a short and engaging writing exercise. We take a few moments to recap the highlights and decisions of our previous meeting, ensuring we stay aligned with our goals.
• ✍️ Writing Prompt Session: Everyone is encouraged to bring a writing prompt or an inspiring excerpt. After choosing one, we engage in a timed writing session.
• 💬 Sharing and Discussion: In the Writer’s Round Table segment, members can present their pieces, gather insights, and receive constructive feedback in an affirming setting.
• ✨ Club Activities and Announcements: Here, we discuss our vibrant array of events, from writing contests and fundraisers to discussions about our online publication . If you wish to have your work featured online, you can submit through our Google Drive.

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• ...and more!

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The Mount Royal University Creative Writing Scholarship is awarded to a full or part-time student who will have completed at least one course in creative writing by the end of the current academic year.

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Mount Royal University was founded by Alberta provincial charter by the Arthur Sifton government on December 16, 1910 and officially opened on September 8, 1911.[5] Originally "Mount Royal College", the institution was the brainchild of Calgary Reverend George W. Kerby (1860-1944) who sought an opportunity for higher education for the benefit of young people from rural homes in the area... continue reading

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• City to study Calgary
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The reciepent of this scholarship will be awarded  $1,000

Outstanding achievement in work produced for a creative writing course offered by the Department of English at MRU.

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The Minor in Creative Writing offers the opportunity to develop expertise in writing fiction, poetry, stage plays, screenplays, nonfiction and other forms of imaginative literature. This cross-disciplinary minor involves a total of eight courses including at least two at the 3000-level or higher.

Required Courses

• One Introduction to Creative Writing course from the list below.
• One Writing Foundation course from the list below.
• One Approved Option from the list below.
• One course at the 1000-level or higher with a CRWT prefix.
• Two courses at the 2000-level or higher with a CRWT prefix.
• One course at the 3000-level or higher with a CRWT prefix.
• One course at the 3000-level or higher with a CRWT prefix or from approved options with an ENGL prefix.

One Introduction to Creative Writing:

• CRWT 1117 - Introduction to Writing Poetry
• CRWT 1118 - Introduction to Writing Fiction

One Writing Foundation:

• ENGL 1101 - Writing for Academic Success
• GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
• GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context: Language, Media, Culture
• GNED 1404 - Writing about Images

One Approved Option:

• ENGL 2205 - Writing about Literature *
• ENGL 2207 - Intermediate Writing
• ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing
• ENGL 3304 - Advanced Writing: Theory, Pedagogy, Practice
• ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice
• INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary Rhetorics of Dissent and Disinformation
• ENGL 4801 - Topics in Writing **
• PUBR 1849 - Applied Writing I for Public Relations

*This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor. **ENGL 4801 may also be used as a CRWT-prefixed course.

• Students should be aware that registration in senior CRWT and ENGL courses may require successful completion of specific courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level.
• No more than one Directed Readings course in a single discipline can be used for graduation purposes.

Association of Canadian College and University Teachers of English

Job: Assistant Professor, Creative Writing – Mount Royal University (Deadline: 31 March 2024)

About the role.

Mount Royal University is accepting applications for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Creative Writing to commence July 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval. The ideal candidate’s expertise will include the ability to teach the range of creative writing offered to undergraduate students who are learning to create as well as read and understand fiction and nonfiction, drama, poetry, and emergent forms of creative expression and production. A strong body of work and classroom experience; engagement with theories of creative writing pedagogy and research; and connections to the writing community will all be considered an asset, as will secondary areas of expertise relevant to our program.

New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/scholarship/service pattern (TSS) focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member establish and maintain a research program and is involved in service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. The successful candidate for this position will be hired into the teaching/scholarship/service pattern (TSS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure. The TSS  pattern typically requires faculty members to teach six three-credit three-hour classes per academic year. The average class is approximately 30 students. 

The ideal candidate will start at the tenure-track level and be able to teach Creative Writing, as represented in the MRU Calendar. All candidates will have a scholarship plan and demonstrated interest in undergraduate teaching. Research and service opportunities may include supervision of research assistants or Honours students.

Closing Date:   March 31, 2024  or until a suitable candidate is found.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Interviews are expected to occur in April 2024.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses in Creative Writing;
• Hosting visiting writers;
• Fostering ties to professional writing communities;
• Engaging with local, national, and international creative writing organizations and publishers;
• Collaborating effectively with full-time and contract faculty members on curriculum re-development and educational innovation;
• Remaining current in areas of teaching responsibility;
• Contributing to program, university, and community service; and 
• Participating in the General Education program.

Research and service opportunities may include supervision of research assistants or Honours students. The Office of Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement (ORSCE) provides support for research and scholarly activities. 

Qualifications

A doctoral degree in Creative Writing is required, or a Master’s degree with significant professional experience/accomplishments or relevant expertise as determined by the discipline. The successful candidate must possess the ability to teach Creative Writing courses currently offered in the Mount Royal University Calendar. There will also be the opportunity to develop new courses in one’s areas of expertise.  

In addition, any of the following would strengthen a candidate’s application:

• Successful previous post-secondary teaching experience in a range of literature courses related to narrative and identity;
• Experience in curriculum development (e.g., creating courses, lectures, learning activities, and assignments); and
• Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity and diversity awareness;
• Experience in literary editorship, knowledge of publishing, professional literary experience, or applied creative writing contexts.

Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, we acknowledge the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Métis.

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Over this time Mount Royal University has built a reputation for providing students with a robust liberal education foundation. Mount Royal University’s vision is to provide an exceptional undergraduate educational experience for students. Mount Royal University has also carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, exceptional education experiences, and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor’s degrees and 38 majors.

A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, we are known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Learn more at  mru.ca/AcademicPlan .

We are committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Faculty of Arts

The Department of English, Languages, and Cultures, Faculty of Arts at Mount Royal University invites applications for a tenure track position which will commence July 1, 2024, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.  

The Faculty of Arts houses the following departments: Economics, Justice and Policy Studies; English, Languages, and Cultures; Humanities; Interior Design; Psychology; General Education;  and Sociology and Anthropology. The Faculty of Arts houses more than 2,000 students seeking degrees in Anthropology, Criminal Justice, English, History, Interior Design, Policy Studies, Psychology, and Sociology, and offers over 30,000 seats in Arts courses each year. In addition, the Faculty of Arts offers 26 minors over a diverse range of disciplines and teaches a large majority of courses associated with General Education foundation courses. Arts faculty have received national and international recognition for their teaching and research, hold Tri-Council grants, publish books, and disseminate research in top-ranked academic journals.

About the Department of English, Languages, and Cultures

Building on its history at Mount Royal and its location in Calgary, the Department of English, Languages, and Cultures is passionately committed to the study of writing as well as of literary and filmic texts. The Department offers a degree program in the Bachelor of Arts (English), with streams for a Major in English as well as the Honours degree; it also offers Minors in Creative Writing, Film Studies, Environmental Humanities, English, Spanish, and French. The Honours program concludes with a fall-term capstone seminar (ENGL 5110) that includes professionalization-training and an annual student conference where students showcase their Honours theses. The overall four-year degree program is accredited by the Campus Alberta Quality Council (CAQC). Our degree pathways (through the Major and Honours) follow a highly integrated curriculum bringing together literary themes, periods, theory, composition, creative writing, research, and practice. The program prepares students for graduate studies as well as other avenues of advanced study, including education, law, and library studies. Our graduates go on to careers focused on research, writing, publishing, and editing—anything, in fact, where clear, competent writing and communication are valued. We value supportive learning, inclusiveness, and equity, with a strong tradition of smaller class sizes, which allow for personalized learning and enhanced student participation.

Our award-winning faculty offer a rich variety of both traditional and cutting edge courses, with a strong emphasis on developing the critical and creative writing of our students. We read the text not just to find out what it says, but to see how it works—how it shapes our critical and ethical sensibilities, our awareness of culture and tradition, and our identities as peoples in communities larger than ourselves.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. 

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. 

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

1. A two-page cover letter that describes the candidate’s qualifications for this role as described above, interest in the position, and potential contributions to Mount Royal University

2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) 

3. Teaching Portfolio that includes the following items:

• A statement of teaching philosophy, interests, and accomplishments (maximum 750 words)
• A sample syllabus
• Sample student evaluations and peer/chair teaching evaluations (if available)

4. Creative Portfolio, including

• Statement of interests/expertise, 
• 10-page sample work(s) published or in progress, and
• Proposed plan for the upcoming 5-year period (maximum 750 words)

5. Academic reference letters are not required with the application, but candidates may be asked to provide up to three confidential references as the competition progresses.

A complete dossier should be submitted including curriculum vitae, list of three (3) references, evidence of teaching excellence, and, if the teaching/ scholarship/ service (TSS) pattern is desirable, evidence of intent to pursue a research program. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

 For the full posting and to apply, please click here: https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/2649

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Creative Writing Program Marks Three Decades of Growth, Diversity

By Luisa A. Igloria

2024: a milestone year which marks the 30 th  anniversary of Old Dominion University’s MFA Creative Writing Program. Its origins can be said to go back to April 1978, when the English Department’s (now Professor Emeritus, retired) Phil Raisor organized the first “Poetry Jam,” in collaboration with Pulitzer prize-winning poet W.D. Snodgrass (then a visiting poet at ODU). Raisor describes this period as “ a heady time .” Not many realize that from 1978 to 1994, ODU was also the home of AWP (the Association of Writers and Writing Programs) until it moved to George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.

The two-day celebration that was “Poetry Jam” has evolved into the annual ODU Literary Festival, a week-long affair at the beginning of October bringing writers of local, national, and international reputation to campus. The ODU Literary Festival is among the longest continuously running literary festivals nationwide. It has featured Rita Dove, Maxine Hong Kingston, Susan Sontag, Edward Albee, John McPhee, Tim O’Brien, Joy Harjo, Dorothy Allison, Billy Collins, Naomi Shihab Nye, Sabina Murray, Jane Hirshfield, Brian Turner, S.A. Cosby, Nicole Sealey, Franny Choi, Ross Gay, Adrian Matejka, Aimee Nezhukumatathil, Ilya Kaminsky, Marcelo Hernandez Castillo, Jose Olivarez, and Ocean Vuong, among a roster of other luminaries. MFA alumni who have gone on to publish books have also regularly been invited to read.

From an initial cohort of 12 students and three creative writing professors, ODU’s MFA Creative Writing Program has grown to anywhere between 25 to 33 talented students per year. Currently they work with a five-member core faculty (Kent Wascom, John McManus, and Jane Alberdeston in fiction; and Luisa A. Igloria and Marianne L. Chan in poetry). Award-winning writers who made up part of original teaching faculty along with Raisor (but are now also either retired or relocated) are legends in their own right—Toi Derricotte, Tony Ardizzone, Janet Peery, Scott Cairns, Sheri Reynolds, Tim Seibles, and Michael Pearson. Other faculty that ODU’s MFA Creative Writing Program was privileged to briefly have in its ranks include Molly McCully Brown and Benjamín Naka-Hasebe Kingsley.

"What we’ve also found to be consistently true is how collegial this program is — with a lively and supportive cohort, and friendships that last beyond time spent here." — Luisa A. Igloria, Louis I. Jaffe Endowed Professor & University Professor of English and Creative Writing at Old Dominion University

Our student body is diverse — from all over the country as well as from closer by. Over the last ten years, we’ve also seen an increase in the number of international students who are drawn to what our program has to offer: an exciting three-year curriculum of workshops, literature, literary publishing, and critical studies; as well as opportunities to teach in the classroom, tutor in the University’s Writing Center, coordinate the student reading series and the Writers in Community outreach program, and produce the student-led literary journal  Barely South Review . The third year gives our students more time to immerse themselves in the completion of a book-ready creative thesis. And our students’ successes have been nothing but amazing. They’ve published with some of the best (many while still in the program), won important prizes, moved into tenured academic positions, and been published in global languages. What we’ve also found to be consistently true is how collegial this program is — with a lively and supportive cohort, and friendships that last beyond time spent here.

Our themed studio workshops are now offered as hybrid/cross genre experiences. My colleagues teach workshops in horror, speculative and experimental fiction, poetry of place, poetry and the archive — these give our students so many more options for honing their skills. And we continue to explore ways to collaborate with other programs and units of the university. One of my cornerstone projects during my term as 20 th  Poet Laureate of the Commonwealth was the creation of a Virginia Poets Database, which is not only supported by the University through the Perry Library’s Digital Commons, but also by the MFA Program in the form of an assistantship for one of our students. With the awareness of ODU’s new integration with Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) and its impact on other programs, I was inspired to design and pilot a new 700-level seminar on “Writing the Body Fantastic: Exploring Metaphors of Human Corporeality.” In the fall of 2024, I look forward to a themed graduate workshop on “Writing (in) the Anthropocene,” where my students and I will explore the subject of climate precarity and how we can respond in our own work.

Even as the University and wider community go through shifts and change through time, the MFA program has grown with resilience and grace. Once, during the six years (2009-15) that I directed the MFA Program, a State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) university-wide review amended the guidelines for what kind of graduate student would be allowed to teach classes (only those who had  already  earned 18 or more graduate credits). Thus, two of our first-year MFA students at that time had to be given another assignment for their Teaching Assistantships. I thought of  AWP’s hallmarks of an effective MFA program , which lists the provision of editorial and publishing experience to its students through an affiliated magazine or press — and immediately sought department and upper administration support for creating a literary journal. This is what led to the creation of our biannual  Barely South Review  in 2009.

In 2010,  HuffPost  and  Poets & Writers  listed us among “ The Top 25 Underrated Creative Writing MFA Programs ” (better underrated than overrated, right?) — and while our MFA Creative Writing Program might be smaller than others, we do grow good writers here. When I joined the faculty in 1998, I was excited by the high caliber of both faculty and students. Twenty-five years later, I remain just as if not more excited, and look forward to all the that awaits us in our continued growth.

This essay was originally published in the Spring 2024 edition of Barely South Review , ODU’s student-led literary journal. The University’s growing MFA in Creative Writing program connects students with a seven-member creative writing faculty in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction.

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