Portfolio
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
Maya Angelou, I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings
Featured Writing
“Silence Rules the Day: Why does Conservative America Fear the 1619 Project Curriculum?” This article addresses the latest cultural wars in American politics: 1619 Project Curriculum and Critical Race Theory.
“What Does an Afghanistan War Veteran Have to Say about Ending America’s Longest War?” An army veteran shares his thoughts and personal feelings about the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Social Coffee is a digital publication that explores major themes and issues related to Black romance in popular imagination. “Black Feminism: Past, Present, and Future” is collaboratively written by Kimberly Bouyer, Sara Thompson, and Tyree Watkins.
Digital Media
Social Coffee contributors in this issue discuss the most recent topics about the Black LGBTQ+ community. “You Betta Work!” and “Our Love Has Its Eyes On God” are written by Kimberly Bouyer.
This PowerPoint slide presentation provides a brief analysis of Leslie Marmon Silko’s memoir, The Turquoise Ledge.
This PowerPoint slide presentation details Michele L. Landis’ article, “Fate, Responsibility, and ‘Natural’ Disaster Relief: Narrating the American Welfare State.” She critically examines the correlation between the history of FDR’s New Deal policy and John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath.
Academic Writing
“The Blues Aesthetic in the Female Voice: Langston Hughes and the Dramatic Monologue”
“Black Feminism and African American Folklore Traditions: Acts of Resistance in Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God”
“Jesmyn Ward’s Men We Reaped: A Literary-Political Enterprise”
About Me
Hello! I am an aspiring writer, wife, and mother of two, who currently lives in Brentwood, Tennessee. When I am not writing, you will find me caring for my autistic son, Stephen.
Writing the World
Like most writers, the passion for writing was borne out by many challenging events throughout my life. During those painful moments, I was mindful enough to embrace my tarnished heart with its new patina in order to cultivate this beautiful, irreplaceable gift—a bold voice to write about the world like no other. I graduated from Louisiana State University with a bachelor’s degree in English, Creative Writing concentration. I have worked as a grant writer for a non-profit organization as well as written feature stories for The Gonzales Weekly Newspaper, located in Gonzales, LA. I have a master’s degree in Professional Writing from the University of New Orleans. I would love to help you with all your writing projects. My work and life experience demonstrates that I have the initiative, self-motivation, and writing skills to meet or exceed any objective.
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.”
maya angelou
My Other Passions
- Marathoner
- Life’s Mysteries Explorer
- Animal & Nature Lover
- Serenity Seeker
- Book Collector
- Gardener
- Movie Fanatic
- Traveler
- Sports Enthusiast
New Orleans, LA.
Resume
education
University of New Orleans – Master of Arts in English, Professional Writing Concentration (2022)
Louisiana State University – Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing Concentration (1992)
TEACHING & WRITING EXPERIENCE
Urban League of Middle Tennessee ⧫ Nashville, TN
Freelance Grant Writer (September 2013 – October 2015)
● Developed a content strategy plan and identified target charitable corporations
● Collaborated with Youth Services Project Manager to write grant proposals
● Proofread, edited, and revised organization’s newsletters, correspondences, and marketing material
The Gonzales Weekly ⧫ Gonzales, LA
Freelance Journalist (March 2005 – June 2005)
● Interviewed the local community for prospective feature articles
● Researched assignments designated by the editor
● Gathered reliable sources to verify the accuracy of data
Grace King High School ⧫ Metairie, LA
Teacher (August 2003 – December 2003)
● Served as a teacher to high school students in English I and Business English
● Facilitated classroom instruction based on students’ educational needs
● Conducted parent-teacher conferences to foster and maintain effective teaching practices
Livaudais Junior High School ⧫ Terrytown, LA
Teacher (August 2002 – May 2003)
● Cultivated and implemented highly intensive literacy instruction for 7th grade students
● Designed innovative curricula for reinforcing student engagement
● Prepared and administered assignments, quizzes, and tests to assess students’ milestones
MILITARY SERVICE
Louisiana Army National Guard ⧫ Baton Rouge, LA
Military Police (E-4), September 1987 – April 1991
SKILLS
● Effective communicator in both oral and written form
● Demonstrates the initiative and self-motivation to meet or exceed any objective
● Proficient in Proofreading and Copyediting, Microsoft Office, WordPress, and Google Drive
CERTIFICATES
● Basic Grant Writing Certificate, Center for Nonprofit Management (2014)
● Primary Leadership Development Course for Reserve Components, Camp Shelby (1990)
Contact
Get in touch
9961 Lodestone Drive
Brentwood, TN 37027 USA
bouyerkimberly@gmail.com
(602) 400-5999
KIMBERLY S. BOUYER 