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The Stetson Low-Residency MFA is a two-year hybrid program culminating in a master's degree focused in Prose or Poetry in an Expanded Field.

Apply now for our next residency:

https://www.stetson.edu/other/academics/graduate/creative-writing.php Stetson University's Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing

10/30/2026

7 years ago today, these four Stetson MFA students headlined a conference panel together.

From left to right:
-Savannah Kater is now the current Stetson MFA Program Coordinator.
-Shelby Smotherman has held the position of Stetson MFA Tech Coordinator since the founding of the program.
-Lucianna Chixaro Ramos has opened international writing retreats in Spain & Portugal: https://entrelinhasretreats.com/
-Jacklyn Gion was the very first Stetson MFA Program Coordinator and is now a local English Teacher & Adjunct Professor.

This highlight is not only a throwback, but a congratulations to these four on continued success as MFA alumnae.

Stetson University Alumni Association

10/28/2026

Are you a poet who is also interested in film and visual art? A prose writer with an interest in hybrid forms, comics and fairy tales?

Stetson's MFA encourages you to explore your interests in multiple genres.

As part of Stetson's MFA, students participate in two annual 9-day gatherings featuring workshops, performances, and artist talks in a vibrant community of writers.

The Visiting Artist Series exposes MFA students to multiple ways of making via afternoon workshops that take place during these bi-annual residencies, with a goal for students to expand their own work.

In addition to working with core faculty and one-on-one mentors, students are able to take two 3-day workshops per residency in an additional genre of their choice.

Swipe through the carousel of previous Visiting Artists to see the diverse array of workshops our MFA students have experienced.

Are you a graduate student looking to expand your work and pursue an MFA?

Learn about Stetson's MFA in Creative Writing: https://www.stetson.edu/other/academics/graduate/creative-writing.php

10/15/2026

Tonight is the opening reception of the 37th Annual Student Juried Art Exhibition at the Hand Art Center from 6:00-8:00 PM.

The exhibit will run October 15 – November 21 and can be viewed by the public during the Hand Art Center’s regular business hours.

This year's exhibit features two current Stetson MFA students: Robin Mimna & Salma Belakbir.

Congratulations Salma & Robin!!!!

More info here: https://handartcenter.org/calendar/37-juried/

10/14/2026

In lieu of our bi-weekly MFA spotlight, we are taking a moment to remember and honor Stetson MFA alumna Carol Ann Moon.

Carol Ann Moon, graduated Stetson MFA’s first class of 2018 and was beloved by all.

“Moon's recent accomplishments include, being asked to submit a poem for an Anthology, sponsored by the Walt Whitman Birthplace, and finishing as one of the top finalists in KEEPSTPETELIT's Yellow Jacket Press Chapbook Contest. Her recent publications include a chapbook of poems titled Sometimes A Breast Is Not A Breast Is Not A Breast, as well as multiple poems in other publications, most recently: Poem "To Dream or Not to Dream - My Father Just Tugged" published in Spring 2025 in The Sandhill Review and Poem "Women of the Road" published in Spring 2024 in The Sandhill Review.

Carol was a Full Professor and the Reference and Instructional Outreach Librarian at the Daniel A. Cannon Memorial Library at Saint Leo University. Ms. Moon's academic credentials included a Masters in German from the University of Florida, a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of South Florida, a Master in Fine Arts focused in Poetry in the Expanded Field from Stetson University, and a bachelor's degree in German and Literature from Bucknell. Ms. Moon was dedicated to the students, faculty and staff of Saint Leo University and will be sorely missed.

She was deeply committed to her family, her friends, and her community.”

Carol Ann Moon's Memorial Page : https://www.hodgesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/carol-moon?fbclid=IwY2xjawUqIzRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6-uVsXRsdE1ZmjWtvcLf-doQFtQ2DrJH5DWxHTPk9ChAOQwS-3dR1I3CxZhQ_aem_ahsMnhky6Q6bS25AV1dIxQ

A collection of Carol Ann Moon's publications: https://www.stetson.edu/artsci/mfa/students-and-alumni.php

Carol Ann's chapbook "Sometimes a breast is not a breast is not a breast": https://keepstpetelit.org/pages/preorder-carol-ann-moon-s-chapbook-sometimes-a-breast-is-not-a-breast-is-not-a-breast

09/15/2026

Are you a local Volusia writer thinking about pursuing your MFA?

We are hosting a FREE virtual info session this Thursday where you can learn about our upcoming residency & scholarship opportunities.

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/BJEtuXZLHQnK9b3z7

If you're looking for a local writer's group, join our co-hosts, who meet monthly at the Museum of Art DeLand: https://www.facebook.com/groups/volusiawriters

09/09/2026

Stetson's MFA has new scholarships and an upcoming residency—all that’s missing is you!

Join us for our upcoming info session: https://admissions.stetson.edu/register/?id=ca036491-4749-4ab3-9db6-a4bc77bc6e76

Students have always loved our stays at the Atlantic Center for the Arts: a gorgeous ecological preserve located in New Smyrna Beach (think moss, catered meals, artist studios, beach walks and more).

Currently, we are approaching our Winter residency, with an application and scholarship deadline of October 1st, 2026. This means that you could join us as early as December with the possibility of additional funding!

AND we have multiple forms of scholarships available to students! In addition to our merit-based scholarships, we’re collaborating with Stetson World to provide room and board scholarships that could partially cover all residencies at the ACA.

Don't worry, applying is easy and free when you attend an info session!

We can't wait to connect with you!

09/04/2026

Throwback 😍 one month left to apply for the upcoming residency this December! We will be reconvening at the Atlantic Center for the Arts.

Scholarships available.

https://www.stetson.edu/administration/admissions/information-sessions/creative-writing.php

Have you seen the front page of the Hometown News?

“Stetson Graduate Program Features World-Renowned Talent.”

08/18/2026

Picture this: you take 9 days to shut out the outside world, work on creative projects you've been wanting to dedicate time to, experience nightly readings & daily workshops run by master artists, all while being surrounded by nature and having your meals prepared by a private chef.

This is how you start your MFA journey with Stetson University at the Atlantic Center for the Arts, this December.

Scholarships available. Deadline approaching.

Learn more here:

https://www.stetson.edu/other/academics/graduate/creative-writing.php?utm_medium=web&utm_source=webpage&utm_campaign=DecemberACA2026

Address

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Deland, FL

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+13868227135

Website

https://www.stetson.edu/other/academics/graduate/creative-writing.php, https://www.stetson.edu/administration/admissions

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