Archive for: creative writing
Michener Center Director on the Famous Writers He’s Known [Podcast]
By Andrew Roush
The latest novel from the director of UT’s acclaimed creative writing MFA program draws inspiration from James Michener himself—Whoopi Goldberg, too. James...
Longhorn Poets Win Big
By Rose Cahalan
In creative writing circles, UT’s Michener Center for Writers has long been known as one of the nation’s most elite training grounds. Recently, though,...
A Poet Borne From War
By Samantha Youngblood
Before the Iraq War, veteran Kevin Powers, MFA ’12, says he couldn’t have imagined becoming a writer. But the attention reaped by his upcoming contribution...
Writer Jennifer Egan Shares “Lateral Curiosity” With UT
By Rose Cahalan
Jennifer Egan turned a stolen wallet into a Pulitzer Prize. Egan had just moved to New York City when a thief lifted a purse containing her wallet. Shortly after,...
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Starting Here: Meet the 2024 President’s Leadership Award Winners
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World-Changers Reconnect With the University Through the Tower Fellows Program
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Taking Over From Legendary Swim Coach Eddie Reese Is Another Legend
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Racing Ahead: The 2024 President’s Impact Award
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The Long Game Brings Local Heroes From the Putting Green to the Silver Screen
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Beloved Director Celebrates 30 Years Leading the Scottish Rite Dormitory
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Starting Here: Meet the 2024 President’s Leadership Award Winners
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World-Changers Reconnect With the University Through the Tower Fellows Program
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Taking Over From Legendary Swim Coach Eddie Reese Is Another Legend
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Racing Ahead: The 2024 President’s Impact Award