Most Commonly Asked Questions About our Film and Screenwriting MFAs

Are you interested in filmmaking or screenwriting? Today we’re hearing from Haley Bresnahan, the admissions counselor for Emerson’s graduate film programs. During this interview, Haley will talk about all the unique benefits of studying film and screenwriting at Emerson. Q: … Continued

A Day in the Life of a Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing Student

If you’re passionate about writing fantasy, mystery, romance, or any other popular fiction genres, you may be wondering if a graduate writing program is worth the investment. To help answer this question, we’re spotlighting Taija Williams-Adams, a current student in … Continued

What is it Like to Work in the Publishing Industry? Hear from a Literary Assistant

If you’re considering a career in publishing, you may be wondering what it’s like to work in the industry. Today we’re giving you a glimpse of a day in the life of a Literary Assistant. We’re spotlighting Natalie Rosselli, a current … Continued

Award-Winning Creative Writing MFA Student Reflects on His Success

Tochukwu Okafor, current Creative Writing MFA candidate. Photo by Beowulf Sheehan Thinking about going to graduate school for creative writing? Wondering if a Creative Writing MFA is worth the investment? Today we’re featuring Tochukwu Okafor, a current student in Emerson … Continued

Creative Writing Thesis Spotlight: MFA Candidate Explores Monsters and Deep Sea with Their Novel

Daven McQueen, current MFA candidate in Emerson’s Creative Writing program If you’re looking into Creative Writing MFAs, you’re probably researching the thesis requirements of different programs. Today we’re interviewing Daven McQueen, a current student in Emerson’s Creative Writing MFA program, … Continued

Communication Disorders Student Finds Cultural Connections Through Her Graduate Thesis

Alisha Lai, recent graduate from Emerson’s Communication Disorders program If you’re considering going to graduate school for speech pathology, you might be researching schools with a thesis option. Today we’re hearing from Alisha Lai, a recent graduate from Emerson’s Communication … Continued

Students Meet Award-Winning Screenwriters at Writing for Film and Television Residency

Emerson’s Writing for Film and Television graduate program is low-residency, meaning most of the coursework is online, but for one week at the start of each semester, students come together for an in-person residency. In today’s blog, we’re taking a … Continued

An Emmy Award-Winning Emerson Alum Excited for the Future

In our Alumni spotlight series, we’ve been highlighting Emerson alumni and their success stories. This week, we’re featuring Emerson alum Georgette Pierre. Georgette is a graduate from Emerson’s Integrated Marketing Communication graduate program, now called Strategic Marketing Communication. Read on … Continued

Emerson’s New Online Digital Communication Leadership (DCL) Program Crafts Leaders

Emerson College is excited to announce its newest graduate program, Digital Communication Leadership (DCL). This online program is carefully designed for working communication professionals who are looking to advance their careers into leadership roles. With Emerson’s DCL program, you can … Continued

Film and Media Art Alum Pursues Her Passion in Animation and Documentary

Emerson’s Film and Media Art MFA program prepares students for success in the film industry. In today’s alumni spotlight, we’re highlighting a Film and Media Art alum, Dom Lounds, and her success thus far in the film world.  Why Film … Continued