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.

ENGLISH 354 w/B Interested students should email a portfolio of 3 poems to Professor Espada (mespada@english.umass.edu). Please include contact information. Submission deadline is November 15th. Registration after this date is possible, but priority will be given to students who meet the November 15th deadline. Students will be notified of their status by December 10th. Please let us know 1) if you are seeking the specialization in Creative Writing and 2) when you plan to graduate. Registration by instructor permission only. For more information about the instructor and the specific subjects covered in this course, we encourage you to visit www.umass.edu/english/undergraduate-english-courses