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Kelly Cochran-Yzquierdo

Division of Arts, English, and Humanities

Professor of English

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Kelly Cochran-Yzquierdo

About

Kelly Cochran-Yzquierdo's teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that storytelling is a radical act of empathy. She empowers her students to find their authenticity — the raw, personal truths that drive universal connection. By fostering an inclusive environment that challenges narrative conventions, she encourages emerging writers to move their stories from the margins to the center of the cultural conversation.

Education
Degree  Major Emphasis Institution Year
M.F.A Writing for Film and Television Emerson College 2022
Master of Arts  English University of Central Oklahoma 2004

Courses Taught at OCCC

  • ENGL-1113 Composition I
  • ENGL 1213-Composition II
  • ENGL 2153-Intro to Creative Writing

Areas of Expertise

  • Based on her extensive background in academia and the film industry, Kelly Cochran-Yzquierdo’s areas of expertise include:
  • LGBTQI+ Narrative Development
  • Screenwriting & Cinematic Language
  • Story Consulting & Script Doctoring
  • Academic Pedagogy in Film
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