서울 3백 킬로미터 바깥에서 '문예창작학 하기'

Abstract

This paper examines how departments of creative writing at regional universities are forming a relationship with the local literature society or local community, and investigates the possible ways of collaborations to solve the crisis that regional universities are facing due to population decline in provincial areas and the outflow of young people and promoting win-win partnership between the academic system and the regions. Among young people, provincial regions or ‘Local’ generally has ethical implications from an ecological point of view, but ‘Local’ is regarded as a barrier to be overcome in social activities such as seeking employment. Regional literature, too, has lost its potential due to placelessness brought about by globalization, and is unable to create new possibilities even though there is a government policy that aims to promote balanced regional development. Due to these circumstances, it is difficult for the department of creative writing at a local university to keep pace with regional literature due to its limits as an academic system dealing mainly with the presentness of the aesthetic process. However, there is an aspect that makes it relatively easy for creative writing departments in provincial areas to establish an organic relationship with the local government . It might be possible to create revitalization by making use of local infrastructure such as the regional literature center as part of the university system, integrating the creative writing program with local cultural events, and collaboration with local government institutions. In short, by establishing a network of universities, institutions, and local facilities that centers on literature, it will be possible to pave the way for mass production of literary manpower and the development of local cultures. This process will inspire students to produce creative works and will provide them with a sense of belonging to the community, thereby strengthening the internal assets of the region and encouraging students to design future career paths for themselves.