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Spinning Blue Empties

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of English will host the MFA in Creative Writing thesis defense of Kathy Kitts next week. This event, marking the culmination of her graduate studies, is open to the public and available both in person and via Zoom.

Kitts presents Spinning Blue Empties, a gripping science fiction novel exploring omniscience, divinity, and redemption. The story poses a fundamental question: if you had the ability to achieve near-total knowledge, would you relinquish it to save humanity? With a background in planetary geology, Kitts blends scientific insight with philosophical inquiry, crafting a compelling narrative that challenges our understanding of power and sacrifice.

Dr. Kitts, a retired planetary geologist, was part of NASA’s Discovery Mission Genesis team. After a career spent studying the cosmos, she turned her focus to the written word, pursuing her MFA at ºÚÁϺÚÀúÊ·. Originally from the desert Southwest, she embraced Fairbanks’ starkly different climate as an adventure, much like her exploration of new creative frontiers.

ºÚÁϺÚÀúʷ’s MFA in Creative Writing: A Hub for Literary Exploration

The MFA in Creative Writing at ºÚÁϺÚÀúÊ· provides an immersive and inspiring environment for emerging writers. Whether specializing in fiction, poetry, or creative nonfiction, students develop their craft under the guidance of accomplished faculty. The program fosters a close-knit, supportive community where writers refine their voices against the backdrop of Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes.

ºÚÁϺÚÀúÊ· the ºÚÁϺÚÀúÊ· Department of English

The Department of English at ºÚÁϺÚÀúÊ· is committed to fostering critical thinking, literary analysis, and creative expression. Through undergraduate and graduate programs, students explore diverse literary traditions while honing their writing and research skills. With dedicated faculty and an engaged student body, the department continues to be a cornerstone of humanities education in the North.