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Chatham’s MFA Program Gets Creative, Despite COVID
Academics, Student Life Sarah C. Hamm Academics, Student Life Sarah C. Hamm

Chatham’s MFA Program Gets Creative, Despite COVID

For years, Chatham’s MFA Creative Writing program has offered a low-residency option for writers who opt out of traditional, in-person classes. Now, with COVID-19 making academic planning more challenging than ever, the MFAW CW program has expertise to share, and an exciting— if unconventional— academic year ahead. Program Director Sheila Squillante fills us in on all the Creative Writing happenings for Fall 2020 and beyond.

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What to Expect in Chatham's First Year Writing Seminar
Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell

What to Expect in Chatham's First Year Writing Seminar

At Chatham, all students participate in ENG105: First Year Writing Seminar regardless of their major or academic interests. As a result, students get a handle on college writing right from the start. We caught up with Dr. Carrie Tippen to learn about about the different course delivery options for Fall 2020 and for a preview of what first years can expect in ENG105.

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Five Sci-Fi Books to Read This Summer
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Five Sci-Fi Books to Read This Summer

Looking for some fun ways to escape this summer? Your best bet may be heading to another world altogether. Might you consider joining Dr. Leia Wilson for her summer course, Women in Science Fiction? Or…just check out some of her sci-fi reading recommendations.

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Inside the Social Activism Institute
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Inside the Social Activism Institute

What happens inside the Social Activism Institute? Associate Director of Student Engagement, Emily Fidago guides students as they undergo training for service, civic duty, and advocacy while exploring career opportunities with some of Pittsburgh’s most service-oriented professionals.

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