“A world where chasing butterflies isn’t scary”: Jonaz McMillan on Writing, Representation, and Sundance
8 May 2025

“A world where chasing butterflies isn’t scary”: Jonaz McMillan on Writing, Representation, and Sundance

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Living in Los Angeles after spending most of his life in Washington, D.C., Jonaz McMillan, a May ’25 graduate from Emerson’s Writing for Film and TV program, reflects on how his program has helped him make an impact in the … Continued

Interview with Creative Writing Faculty: Julia Glass & the National Book Award
14 Nov 2024

Interview with Creative Writing Faculty: Julia Glass & the National Book Award

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Every November, the literary world, filled with publishers, editors, and authors, celebrates the distinguished National Book Awards. From November 7th through the 13th, the National Book Foundation honors groundbreaking voices that have crafted stories that resonate with readers around the … Continued

Students Partner with the Boston Globe and Emerson Polling for Survey Research
14 May 2024

Students Partner with the Boston Globe and Emerson Polling for Survey Research

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If you’re researching graduate programs, you may have noticed that many schools have different research and professional opportunities. At Emerson, our graduate programs offer a variety of high-quality opportunities to help students get the most out of graduate school. Today … Continued

Fiction MFA Student’s Manuscript Acquired by Simon & Schuster
16 Apr 2024

Fiction MFA Student’s Manuscript Acquired by Simon & Schuster

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If you’re interested in a graduate degree in fiction writing, Emerson’s Creative Writing MFA may be for you. Today we’re interviewing Natalie Lemle ‘24, a current student studying fiction. She’ll share the story of how she came to attend graduate … Continued

Poetry MFA Student Celebrates Upcoming Chapbook
2 Apr 2024

Poetry MFA Student Celebrates Upcoming Chapbook

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If you’re interested in going to graduate school for poetry, Emerson’s Creative Writing MFA may be the program for you. Today we’re interviewing Creative Writing grad student Katie Mihalek ‘24. She’ll share what led her to graduate school, her experience … Continued

Page Turner Magazine: A Space for Genre Writers to Flourish
26 Mar 2024

Page Turner Magazine: A Space for Genre Writers to Flourish

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While academics make up a large part of graduate school, extracurriculars are vital to a well-rounded graduate experience. Student organizations are a great way for graduate students to network, gain professional experience, and build a community among their peers. In … Continued

Award-Winning Creative Writing MFA Student Reflects on His Success
30 Aug 2023

Award-Winning Creative Writing MFA Student Reflects on His Success

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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
23 Aug 2023

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

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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
18 Aug 2023

Communication Disorders Student Finds Cultural Connections Through Her Graduate Thesis

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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

Film and Media Art Alum Pursues Her Passion in Animation and Documentary
12 Jul 2023

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

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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