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 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 November 20th. Students should submit their portfolios and contact information by November 20th and the instructor will notify students about their status by December 15th. Registration after this date is possible, but priority will be given to students who meet the November 20th deadline. Registration by instructor permission only.