Kerry Ann Moore

Kerry Ann Moore is an Assistant Professor of English and Creative Writing at Cumberland University, located in Memorial Hall, Room 200D. She joined the faculty in 2015 and teaches courses in Creative Writing and English within the School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts. Her specialization includes the writing and reading of Creative Nonfiction and Fiction.

Education:

• B.S., University of North Carolina, Charlotte
• M.A., University of North Carolina, Charlotte
• M.F.A., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Research & Teaching Interests: Dr. Moore focuses on creative writing pedagogy, with expertise in narrative forms such as fiction and nonfiction. She has participated in global writers’ conferences and workshops, collaborating with award-winning authors to refine her craft.

Awards & Recognition:

• Prestigious fellowship from the University of Minnesota
• Arts grants and graduate assistantships
• Publication in a renowned literary journal

Professional Engagement: Beyond Cumberland, she has held teaching and research roles at the University of Minnesota and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary connections between literature and the arts.