Rosemont College proudly announces that Rachel Kolman will lead a Writer’s Studio masterclass in Spring 2026. The session, titled Putting the Creative Back into Creative Nonfiction, will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This program reflects Rosemont ongoing commitment to strong writing, creative exploration, and academic excellence.
About Rachel Kolman
Rachel Kolman is an accomplished essayist, instructor, and freelance writer based in Seattle. She earned her MFA in nonfiction writing from Rosemont College in 2022. Since then, she has continued to build a strong reputation as both a writer and educator. In the same year, she served as the Writer In Residence at the Jack Kerouac House in Orlando, Florida. That role allowed her to focus on creative work while engaging with a historic literary space.
Additionally, Rachel Kolman has published nonfiction essays in respected journals and magazines. Her work appears in AutoFocus, Olit, Press Pause, The Bookends Review, and other outlets. Moreover, her essay titled Y2k earned a shortlist placement for the December Magazine Nonfiction Prize. These accomplishments highlight her skill, discipline, and creative voice.
Teaching Experience & Community Impact
Alongside her writing career, Rachel Kolman teaches English courses at Seattle Central College. There, she supports students as they develop clarity, confidence, and purpose in their writing. As a result, her teaching style balances structure with experimentation. She encourages revision, reflection, and curiosity throughout the writing process.
Importantly, Kolman remains deeply connected to Rosemont College as an alumna. Her return as an instructor reflects the lasting influence of Rosemont academic programs. It also shows how alumni continue to shape creative and scholarly communities.
About the Masterclass
During the masterclass, Rachel Kolman will guide participants through new approaches to creative nonfiction. Writers will explore how techniques from fiction and poetry can strengthen essays and memoir. Furthermore, the course highlights how form, voice, and structure can elevate nonfiction work while honoring truth.
