Charles Rafferty, the co-director of the MFA program at Albertus Magnus College, has published a collection of flash fictions titled, Somebody Who Knows Somebody. The collection was published by Gold Wake Press, an independent literary house based in Iowa. Prior to being published, some of these stories have been featured in acclaimed journals such as
Read More.The Benefits of a No-Residency MFA Program
What’s the Right MFA Program for You? Choosing a writing program can feel overwhelming. Of course, you want a program that focuses on the kind of writing you want to produce, but you also need to think about the format of the program — and the practical matter of making it work with your career
Read More.Ebonee Johnson ’19: A Passion for Baking with a Knack for Leadership
Ebonee Johnson ’19 is the food service manager at Great Oaks Charter School located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. She is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America where she obtained both her Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Baking and Pastry Arts and Hospitality Management. Ebonee is a recent graduate of the Master of Arts in
Read More.I Chose Albertus for the Flexibility and Location
Grand Openings are always fun but our newly renovated classroom space in East Hartford is literally a blessing. Albertus Magnus College celebrated its new East Hartford campus home at 225 Pitkin Street on September 30 with prayer as well as a little pomp and circumstance. Students, staff, trustees, alumni, and area employers all believe a
Read More.Alumni Profile: Debra Arrato ’90
Debra J. Arrato ’90 is a 25 year veteran entrepreneur who created Ice Cream Emergency – a mobile, full-service ice cream parlor disguised as a whimsical rescue vehicle, serving premium ice cream and frozen yogurt, which Debra calls “a social, congratulatory food that is always associated with appreciation, pride, and happiness.” Debra started out in
Read More.Alumni Profile: James Scott ’06
The added value of real life experience is something that differentiates Albertus Magnus from other colleges. A standout example of this is James T. Scott ’06, assistant professor and faculty advisor in the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice. He previously was a Sergeant with the Connecticut State Police and recently retired after 21 years
Read More.MAATC Student Loren Rubino ’20 to Host Workshop at The Kennedy Center
Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling (MAATC) student Loren Rubino ’20 will be hosting a workshop at The Kennedy Center’s Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative (MDAC) on Saturday, October 12, 2019. This is a part of a larger series called “Second Saturdays: Connect & Create Community Art Workshops for Adults”. Rubino will be speaking
Read More.Albertus Hosts Connecticut Art Therapy Association (CATA) Auction
August 17, 2019 — Albertus Magnus College celebrated with the Connecticut Art Therapy Association (CATA) for the passing of a bill regarding Connecticut’s Art Therapy licensure policies. A silent auction was held in the Tagliatela Academic Center Atrium to raise money for the CATA Student Scholarship Fund. This past February, Albertus art therapists and art
Read More.Albertus MFA Professor Charles Rafferty reflects in the Hartford Courant
Hear reflections on life from Albertus Magnus College MFA professor Charles Rafferty in his Hartford Courant article for CT Poets’ Corner. Learn more about Albertus’ Master of Fine Arts in Writing program.
Read More.Albertus Spotlight on Carlos Chaparro-A Story of Triumph and Advocacy
Carlos Chaparro had a secret. Although he had all the trappings of success – a full-time job at a bank and a home of his own – he spent a lot of energy hiding his past. In and out of foster care for most of his childhood, Carlos thought he found salvation when his biological
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