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The KPU Creative Writing Department invites students to immerse themselves in a challenging yet rewarding exploration of literary artistry. With intimate class settings and guidance from acclaimed faculty, our program fosters imagination while sharpening the analytical skills needed to articulate ideas and thrive in writing careers.
Our curriculum spans diverse forms including fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, screenwriting, digital media, and specialized genres like YA fiction, performance poetry, and fantasy/sci-fi. We cultivate a vibrant writing community where students refine their unique voices, supplemented by hands-on learning experiences with professional partners that bridge campus and literary worlds.
Creative Writing attracts students from all backgrounds. In our classrooms, learners enhance their abilities in narrative construction, poetic expression, script development, and factual storytelling. Digital-focused students can investigate writing through interactive media, audiovisual formats, and online platforms. Our program cultivates exceptional writing proficiency, artistic self-discovery, collaborative exchange, and advanced critical analysis. We embrace all who've ever been moved by literature, lyrics, or verse and aspire to become storytellers themselves.
KPU's Creative Writing Department features distinguished instructors, personalized attention, and a disciplined approach to writing mastery. Renowned for its supportive environment, the program helps writers uncover their distinctive style while perfecting their technique. Students gain robust communication skills and innovative problem-solving capabilities - assets increasingly valued in modern professional settings.
Prospective Creative Writing majors are advised to pursue an Associate of Arts degree with a Creative Writing focus as their foundation.