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Francesca Ochoa is a Term Lecturer in First-Year Writing at Barnard College, affiliated with the Department of English and the First Year Foundation. She holds an M.F.A. in Fiction from Columbia University and a B.A. in Critical Gender Studies from the University of California, San Diego.
Education:
- M.F.A. in Fiction, Columbia University
- B.A. in Critical Gender Studies, University of California, San Diego
Her research and creative work focus on the Central American diaspora, multiracial families, gender, queerness, and social justice. She engages deeply with Contemporary Literature, Latin American Literature, Central American Studies, and Gender and Sexuality Studies. Her pedagogy integrates creative writing with social justice, exemplified by her co-founding of Writing Resistance, a workshop series that merges literary expression with activism.
The published works reflect a strong commitment to identity, representation, and marginalized voices in literature. Her contributions appear in respected journals such as La Presa, Kweli Journal, and The Account Magazine, showcasing narrative innovation and cultural critique.
Scientific and Literary Awards:
- Fellowship from Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference
- Fellowship from Astraea Foundation
- Multi-year funding from Brooklyn Arts Council for Writing Resistance
Francesca Ochoa has made significant contributions to creative writing and literary activism. While there is no explicit mention of advising graduate students, her leadership in founding Writing Resistance and her editorial role at Apogee Journal demonstrate mentorship and institutional impact. She has secured external funding through the Brooklyn Arts Council, highlighting her ability to develop and sustain community-based literary programs.
She is associated with the Apogee Journal as a former managing editor and is an alumnus of the Voices of Our Nations Arts (VONA) foundation, a prominent space for writers of color. These affiliations reflect her commitment to inclusive literary spaces and mentorship in creative writing.
