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College Essays & MFA Portfolios

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About the Event

This Community Studio is designed as a supportive working session for participants to develop their application materials—whether for undergraduate college or MFA program applications. The hour will focus on peer feedback, collaborative writing, and reflection. Participants are encouraged to bring in-progress materials such as personal statements, statements of purpose, or writing portfolios.

This session will focus on fine tuning personal essay hooks and beginning opening paragraphs for college applicants. For MFA candidates, we will facilitate choosing portfolio pieces that connect with their chosen theme.

Date August 19, 2025
Time 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Event Types Community Studios
Format Virtual
Open to Members, Mentees and Mentors
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Mary Fister

Mary Fister

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Mary Fister teaches writing and literature at the University of Hartford where she has been part of the faculty for…
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Valentina Di-Majo

Valentina Di-Majo

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Valentina Di-Majo is an aspiring high-school writer, avid reader of poetry, and lover of all things Vincent Van Gogh.
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Speakers

Mary Fister

Mary Fister teaches writing and literature at the University of Hartford where she has been part of the faculty for…

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Valentina Di-Majo

Valentina Di-Majo is an aspiring high-school writer, avid reader of poetry, and lover of all things Vincent Van Gogh.

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flatlay notebook with polaroids of community members on the pages, set against an orange background with illustrative elements.
Tue 19
Community Studios Tuesday, August 19 – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

College Essays & MFA Portfolios

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