Swanson Emerging Poet Fellowship
Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets establishes a new Swanson Emerging Poet Fellowship in honor of Richard Swanson, beloved member and former secretary of WFOP.
Description of Award
The emerging poet will receive a $750 honorarium and a 5-day residency at Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts located in Mineral Point, WI. Working with Shake Rag Alley staff, the Swanson Emerging Poet Fellow will provide a public outreach program, which can include a workshop, reading, or visit to schools or another community organization. Additionally, the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets will provide mentorship, a one-year membership, and opportunities to contribute to WFOP programming.
Qualifications
In addition to being a Wisconsin resident, the fellow must meet 2 out of the 3 following criteria:
No full-length poetry book
Between ages 18-45
No MFA or PhD in Poetry or Creative Writing
Applications open November 1-December 15, 2024
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact Amanda Reavey at ajreavey@gmail.com.