What is the Expression (Creative Writing) Program?

Expression is UNITY’s creative writing program in which students study various styles of writing and are given vital literary foundations for effective expression to become powerful creators and presenters of the written word. Students are also encouraged to experiment with and/or create new forms of written expression after learning about other forms of writing that have helped shape the literary landscape.

To combat the steady increase, each year, of students who have poor reading and writing skills, Unity provides a fun and unique environment to inspire youth to read more and write better. We pose the challenge this way: If you cannot read, you cannot write. If you cannot write, you cannot communicate effectively. If you cannot communicate effectively, both in writing and in the oral presentation of writing, your job and life opportunities will be limited. Students will learn about our country’s great writers and the essential ingredients of good writing, then apply those skills to their own writing and oral presentations of their writing.

What we offer youth in the Creative Writing Program

Character Building and Life Development – Building good character prepares our youth to be unique and exceptional professionals. We equip youth with the tools to be successful and useful to society by teaching them how to communicate, lead, plan, respect authority, achieve, dream, and be good citizens.

Developing Natural Artistic Talents – Virtually anyone who is passionate about written and oral expression can become skilled in written communication, in fact, some can become great at it! The goal of this program is to provide a positive environment where students can freely explore the written and spoken word.

Exposure and Incentives – Students will have an opportunity to write monologues and skits for consideration in UPAF’s choral performances. Expression participants may also benefit from appearances by guest speakers who have had their works published. We will endeavor to expose our students to community events and performances where creative writing has a platform.

Spring Showcase Recital

The Spring Showcase Recital for all students is May 13, 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Purdue Music Center.

How can I get more information about the Creative Writing Program or get my youth involved?

Email us at info@upaf.com or call the UNITY PTC office at (260) 755-2662.