English 356 - Creative Writing Poetry

A seminar in writing poetry for students who demonstrate familiarity with the basics of imagery, rhythm, and form. Students write regularly, read and criticize one another's writing, read in contemporary poetry.

Open to ENGLISH, BDIC and UWW majors only. Pre Req: ENGLISH 354 w/B Interested students should send a portfolio of 3 poems to Prof. Espada's email (mespada@english.umass.edu) by April 15th. Include name, email and SPIRE number. Instructor will notify students about their status (invited, not invited or waitlisted) by May 15th. Registration after this date will be possible, but priority will be given to students who meet the April 15th deadline. Registration by Instructor permission only.