The Virginia G. Piper
Center for Creative Writing

Born and raised in Phoenix, Taric Watts became enthralled with literature and the creative writing blogosphere while studying Liberal Arts at Northern Arizona University. He brings his experience as a professional collegiate speechwriter, helping students craft oratory about social justice, rhetorical criticism, and persuasive argumentation about making the world a fairer and more interesting place. He also applies these studies in his career, helping disadvantaged, first-generation college students navigate higher education.