The Writing University
We are glad you are here at the University of Iowa, widely known as the The Writing University. This guide is designed to help you locate creative writing at the university, as well as learn more about the process and genre of creative writing. If you have more questions about locating resources at the university, please contact your librarian.
Writing at Iowa
- The Writing University websiteThis website highlights the programs, publications, and events of writers at the University of Iowa. At the bottom of the website are links to all of the writing programs on campus.
- The Perch: LiteratureThe Perch is a physical space on the first floor of Main Library. This guide gives information on the literary journals, undergraduate publications, and finding M.F.A. theses from those in the writing program. The most recently-bound year of theses is held in The Perch, other years can be requested.
- Publications by Writer's Workshop Graduates and FacultyA listing of the books produced by Writer's Workshop Graduates and Faculty from 2014 to the present.
- "Live from Prairie Lights""'Live from Prairie Lights' is an internationally known readings series, which features some of the best up-and-coming and well-established authors & poets from all over the globe."
- Department of English PublicationsNewsletters, departmental journals, and student journals affiliated with the Department of English.
- Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature"By designating Iowa City as a City of Literature, UNESCO has recognized Iowa City’s deeply elaborated cultural assets and its strong creative and economic foundations." Find information on the UNESCO designation as well as literary and book-related festivals and events here.
