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Narrative Arts Graduate Post-Retreat Survey
Narrative Arts Graduate Post-Retreat Survey (August 2026)
Which graduate program are you in?
MA Cinematic Arts
MA Creative Writing
MFA Creative Writing
MFA Screenwriting
Was this your first retreat or residency with us?
Yes
No
How would you rate this most recent residency?
Excellent
Positive
Neutral
Negative
How do you feel about the amount of pre-residency homework?
Too Much
Just Right
Not Enough
How would you rate the classes you attended at the most recent residency?
Excellent
Positive
Neutral
Negative
How would you rate the non-faculty guests you heard from at the most recent residency?
Excellent
Positive
Neutral
Negative
How would you rate the retreat facilities at the most recent residency?
Excellent
Positive
Neutral
Negative
How would you rate the meals served at the most recent residency?
Excellent
Positive
Neutral
Negative
How do you feel about the length of this most recent residency?
Not Long Enough
Just Right
Too Long
How do you feel about the schedule at this most recent residency?
Too Much Free Time
Just Right
Not Enough Free Time
How do you feel about transportation to this most recent residency?
No trouble with travel
Logistical travel challenges
Financial travel challenges
Both logistical & financial challenges
How do you feel about the "destination retreat" format?
Prefer destination retreats (like Jordan Ranch)
Prefer the on-campus residencies
Prefer the mix of destination + on-campus residencies
I would prefer fewer or no residencies
What were some highlights from the week? Please share anything you really liked about the classes, guests, facilities, meals, schedule, etc.
What can we do better next time? Do you have any concerns or frustrations from this most recent residency that we should be aware of, or suggestions for future events that we can consider, whether they be small adjustments or larger changes in our whole format?
Each graduate residency takes a significant amount of university support and planning from faculty and staff, as well as a great deal of financial resources. If you find these residencies beneficial, would you briefly share a few thoughts about why you're thankful we offer these in-person events? Your thoughts here may be (anonymously) shared with our administration to help encourage their ongoing support of this part of our graduate programs.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts! We will take all student feedback into account as we plan our next events. We always love getting to connect with our students in-person and look forward to our next gathering, February 4–6, 2027. Thank you!
