Education:

Master of Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, Creative Writing. May 2010 
September 2008 to May 2010
University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC


Bachelor of Arts, double major in English Literature and History, May 2002
Bachelor of Arts, Double Major, English Literature and History
September 1996 to May 2002
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC


Writing Programs and Workshops Taken:

The Capilano Review’s Writing Practices Program*, May 2001, Capilano College, North Vancouver, BC *

Writing Practices is a unique one year, post-graduate certificate program offered by The Capilano Review Writing Institute, within the College system. Participants in this program have access to group discussions, tutorials, seminars, lectures, and readings given by Capilano College faculty, invited faculty, and a Writer-in-Residence, all of whom are professionals in their field.

Simon Fraser University’s Writer’s Studio*, December 2004, Simon Fraser University, Habour Front Centre, Vancouver, BC *

The Writer's Studio is an intensive, part-time, one-year program that results in a certificate of Creative Writing from Simon Fraser University. It is a dynamic blend of courses, readings, and manuscript development consultations with a mentor and a workshopping group.