Kayla Sargeson

"Smart and talented writer with experience working with other writers and students of all ages."

"Kayla's a creative and warm person; her writing is evocative, thoughtful, and fun.
She is lively and joyful, yet focused and serious about her work."

"Kayla is an amazing writer and educator. She is authentic and helpful."

"When I went to CCAC years ago, I had Kayla as a writing teacher. I always had difficulty and anxiety with writing. Not only was she a tremendous help to my writing ability, she made going to class a joy. "

"Kayla is a wonderful writer, educator, and human being. Her heart and mind coalesce to form a powerful personality that shines bright in any situation. "

"Kayla is fiercely passionate about her students and their education. Her love of writing and learning is easy to see through her teaching and interactions with students and staff."

"Kayla was one of the best professors I had at the University of Pittsburgh. She helped foster the tools I needed to develop my love for writing. I look back so fondly at her class. She is a great teacher and an incredibly kind person that helped me explore my creative side. "

"Kayla is a dedicated mentor who offers honest feedback and support to all of her students. Her poetry is a must-read & I’m lucky to have met her as a student and still know her as a friend. "

"Years of knowing Kayla have shown one thing: she is a writer with heart, grit, originality, and determination. As an instructor, she gives her whole mind and heart to teaching young writers. If you look at Kayla, you would say, she’s a writer through and through. Her work and her reputation speak to her character and imagination. I am proud to call her a friend."

"Kayla is bright and beyond competent for any project she is tasked."

"Kayla Sargeson is super talented, witty, unapologetic, and an overall great writer. I first discovered her work in the early 2000s and have been a loyal fan ever since! "

"Great poetry teacher! Creates a safe, thoughtful and creative environment to learn and grow. "

"Seems to relate well with students"

"Kayla is a passionate, imaginative poet and writer who cares deeply and works hard for the growth and success of the women in the Pittsburgh writing community. "

"Kayla is a terrific, dependable writer, editor, and teacher. She's knowledgeable and connects well with others, makes learning fun, and is a wonderful colleague. "

"Kayla! Yes, she can!"

"I have known Kayla since she was my professor during my freshman year of college. She introduced me to poetry readings and encouraged me to take myself seriously as a writer. Kayla believes in her craft as well as others and I am forever grateful to be her student. I owe most of my college success to her. "

"Kayla helped me write better poems. She allowed each member of the group to present and participate in each session."

"Kayla is a fine poet and a great asset to the Pittsburgh arts community."

"Very knowledgeable poet and writer! I am grateful for Kayla’s help "

"Dedicated, personable, professional individual. Excellent writer, teacher, and speaker. Very creative and outgoing. "