Summer 2025: Magical Realism

• Explore the history of magical realism.
• Analyze text with magical realism texts by renowned authors.
• Understand the elements that define the genre.
• Draft original works of fiction.

Coursework

As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press “complete” before moving on to the next. Complete at least 2 of the following mini-courses:

• Magical Realism
• Horror: Becoming an Architect of Terror
• Poetry 101
• Making Change: Leading from Where You Are

Mentorship

You are in one of the following pair types. You pair type is listed on your GWN Portal profile.

• Mentor/Mentee: Meet 2-3 times per month.
• Peer Mentee/Peer Mentee: Meet 2-3 times per month.

Engagement Types

Attend at least one community event a month. You can choose from events such as Community Studios, Career Chats, Friday Night Salons, and Community Conversations. Check the Events Page in your portal for information on upcoming live events.

Submissions

Submit at least one work of fiction that incorporates magical realism.

Attend at least one community event a month. You can choose from Community Studios, Career chats, Friday Night Salons, Community Conversations, and more. Check the Events Page in your portal for information on upcoming live events.

As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press complete before moving on to the next. Complete at least 2 of the following mini-courses:

• Making Change: Leading from Where You Are
• Magical Realism
• Horror: Becoming an Architect of Terror
• Poetry 101

You are required to submit one piece of any genre in order to successfully complete the Explore Tour Course. To meet the submission requirement for the Explore Tour Course, go to your Portal and select “Submissions”.