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SEMESTER WRITING RESIDENCY PROGRAM
NYCAMS writing students immerse themselves in the unique opportunities that New York City affords as they live, study, and intern in the publishing and news capital of the world.
This program provides an academically challenging and structured environment where young writers encounter trends in journalism and publishing, and learn how to engage the culture through their faith and creativity. NYCAMS faculty members are committed to an intentional integration of faith and writing, while equipping students for successful careers in journalism, publishing and creative writing.
The program is designed for junior- and senior-level students who are majoring in journalism or literature and writing, or for those wishing to obtain a minor in creative writing.
TuitionSince tuition can fluctuate, please contact Melanie Eslinger at Bethel University at 651.638.6492 for the latest tuition rates.  |
Application Process• Submit a completed application form, as well as portfolio, transcript, references and a $50 nonrefundable application fee. |
COURSES
ARH346 Contemporary Art History in New York (4 Credits)
A chronological overview of the major themes and movements in modern art beginning with Pollack’s “drip paintings” up to contemporary issues in art. The focus is on placing contemporary themes in their recent historic context.
ENW405 Publishing and Being Published (4 Credits)
This is an advanced course covering practical aspects of publishing from an editorial perspective (article selection, editing, layout) and the author’s point of view (query letters, book proposals, contracts, agents). Visits by local writers and editors, as well as visits to publishing houses, are essential aspects of the course.
ENW301 Writers Workshop in New York (4 Credits)
Students will have the opportunity to work on a well-defined writing project in a genre of their choice to be completed by the end of the course. Regular and frequent consultations with instructor, as well as class critique sessions with peers, guide students in their development process.
ENW481 Internship in Writing (4 Credits)
Placement in an off-campus writing position with a news or publishing organization, screen writing or other related fields in writing. Internships are individually selected with the help of an instructor.