Ireland: International Writers' Course in Galway
Presented by: The University of Arkansas & The National University of Ireland, Galway

Dates: June 28- July 28, 2007

Program Description

This four week, six credit hour program is offered to both undergraduate and graduate students.  Located at the national University of Ireland at Galway, the program offers students a chance to meet Irish writers, sharpen their creative writing skills, and explore Ireland. 

Included in the program are writing workshops, a seminar on Modern Irish Literature, and thrice-weekly guest readings by Ireland's most prominent writers (including Theo Dorgan, Paula Meehan, Mary Morrissy, Pat McCabe, Dermot Healey, Mike McCormack, Eva Bourke and Gerard Donovan).

Course Offerings/Descriptions

UA ENGL 398V/510V MODERN IRISH LITERATURE: A seminar that involves reading and analysis of the development and style of modern English literature in Ireland. Among the writers whose work will be studied are: James Joyce, W.B. Yeats, Patrick Kavanagh, Frank O'Connor, Sean O'Faolain, Edna O'Brien, Elizabeth Bowen, Seamus Heaney, William Trevor, Paul Muldoon, Paula Meehan, and Benedict Kiely.

UA ENGL 3013/5013 CREATIVE WRITING: A workshop in the writing of poetry or fiction. Participants may choose either workshop, engaging in experimentation, writing and rewriting under the direction of the faculty. Workshops will involve discussions of participants' writing in an atmosphere of constructive suggestions and support.

Applicants will be asked to submit samples of their work.

Faculty
Courses will be conducted by Michael Gorman (NUI, Galway ), and Molly Giles ( University of Arkansas )

Accommodations
4 weeks single lodging, with kitchen facilities.

Program Costs

$3,200 + UA tuition* (final program fee to be confirmed by November 2006)

UA tuition: $918.06 (undergraduate); $1,619.94 (graduate)

* Tuition discounts are not allowed

What is included in the costs?

UA tuition, instructional costs for study at the National University of Ireland, Galway, guest workshops, and most field trips/excursions, and 4 weeks single lodging, with kitchen facilities.

Fee does not include air transportation, meals, passport fees, personal travel and incidental expenses.

Financial Aid/Scholarships
Financial aid and scholarships are available for University of Arkansas students.  Visiting students must apply for financial aid through their home institution.  Contact the UA Office of Study Abroad for more details of visit the Scholarships and Financial Aid page.

Eligibility

Students must have completed a minimum of 24 hours by the beginning of the program with a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better. Applicants are asked to complete a brief interview with the program leader and they must be prepared to submit a small portfolio of their work. In addition, one academic recommendation from a faculty member or academic advisor is required.

Deadline
March 1, 2007.  Applications will be considered after this date on a space available basis.  A deposit of $300 is required upon acceptance into the program.

Further Information
For further details about the program or course offerings, please contact:

Visit the NUI Galway International Summer School site

And the English Department Galway website

Molly Giles
Creative Writing Program
Department of English
333 Kimpel Hall
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Telephone: (479) 575-4301
FAX (479)575-5919
E-mail: mollyg@uark.edu 

How to Apply
Applications can be printed here or may be requested from:

Office of Study Abroad
Fulbright Institute
722 W. Maple
Fayetteville , AR 72701
(479)575-7582
studyabroad@uark.edu

The University of Arkansas reserves the right to alter program costs or content, or to cancel the program should extraordinary circumstances require it.