For students who wish to begin writing or continue work on adolescent novels. Writing the First Novel A workshop in structuring and writing the opening chapters of a first novel. Nonfiction Book Workshop Students work toward a full-length nonfiction book from outline to final manuscript, concentrating on developing an appropriate personal style as well as addressing research issues and marketing considerations. Rotating Topics Examination of the acquisition and editing of the manuscript, its progress into design and production, and the final strategies of promotion and distribution of a finished book. Internship Participation in a professional organization such as a magazine or publishing house.
Participation is supervised by both a professional at work and by a faculty member.
Directed Study Individual projects planned in collaboration with the Instructor to meet the student's specific area of creative work and professional interests. M.A. Project Individual project to be completed within the college semester or semesters designated by the project advisor. This course may not be registered for without the consent of the Graduate Coordinator. Performance is recorded as Pass or Fail. M.F.A. Thesis Individual thesis to be completed within the college semester or semesters designated by the project advisor.