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2025-2026 Spark Fellowship

EXTENDED DEADLINE: 2025-2026 SPARK Fellowship

The Creative Writing Program in the Department of English is pleased to announce its annual SPARK Fellowship competition. This is an opportunity for undergraduate study abroad combining Creative Writing with cultural translation.

Elizabeth Bishop’s postcard

Dr. Susan Rosenbaum receives British Arts and Humanities award

By: Alan Flurry
Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize

2025 Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize Winner

The Creative Writing Program is delighted to announce this year’s Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize winner. Out of the 36 applicants, one winner was selected by alumna Claire Cronin.

Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize

2025 Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize Winner

The Creative Writing Program is delighted to announce this year’s Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize winner. Out of the 36 applicants, one winner was selected by alumna Claire Cronin.

Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize

Undergraduates: Submit your poetry for the 2025 Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize!

Undergraduate English majors are invited to enter the annual Virginia Rucker Walter Poetry Prize!