USF News

T.S. Leonard, MFA in Writing alum, shares how USF — and San Francisco itself — inspired his creative journey, shaped his teaching practice, and fueled a passion for poetry, community, and collaboration.

S. Isabel Choi ’12 shares what drew her to USF's MFA program, how it supported her writing goals, and what she's working on now with recent fellowship support.

An interview with Ben Adams, an editor at the MFA student-run organization Four Leaf Collective.

MFA graduate Swetha Amit ’22 talks about exploring genres and persevering through challenges in her writing journey.

MFA graduate Hikari Leilani Miya ’22 reflects on her writing journey post-graduation and shares words of wisdom.

Preeti Vangani, part-time instructor, highlights the value of an MFA degree from USF.

Professor Lewis Buzbee discusses how the MFA program at USF fosters continuous practice, community, and individuality in writing.

Craig Santos Perez MFA ’06 won the 2023 National Book Award for poetry for his book, from unincorporated territory [åmot], the fifth work in a series about his native Guam.

Professor K.M. Soehnlein invites you to become a better writer and bring your full self to the MFA program at USF.

Professor Kate Folk discusses her teaching style and what makes the MFA program unique.