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Michael Okpanachi is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of English at Wayne State University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His role focuses on teaching creative writing and foundational writing courses. He holds an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Virginia and a B.A. in English and Literature from Ahmadu Bello University.
- Education:
- M.F.A. Creative Writing, University of Virginia
- B.A. English and Literature, Ahmadu Bello University
His research and teaching interests center on creative writing pedagogy, fiction craft, and prose development. He has been recognized with prestigious awards including the O’Brien Fellowship (2020), Gerald Kraak Prize (2018), and multiple writing competition finalist placements.
- Awards:
- O’Brien Fellow, McGill University (2020)
- Graywolf Press Nonfiction Prize Finalist (2020)
- Gerald Kraak Prize Winner (2018)
- Miles Morland Writing Award Finalist (2018)
Okpanachi teaches courses such as Introductory College Writing, Fiction Writing Workshop, and Topics in Creative Non-Fiction. His instructional focus emphasizes student engagement with narrative techniques and critical writing skills.
