Our Teachers
The Muse's instructors are all working writers and published authors who have taught courses at colleges, universities, and other community organizations. Read our teachers’ biographies and see what classes they are currently teaching.
Jorja Connelley
Jorja is a fiction writer and poet. She is currently a student at Old Dominion University, where she is working towards a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, and minoring in Public Service. She is also an intern and club host at The Muse, and was one of the 2022 Teen Fellows.
Jorja has two cats and a love for all things spooky. When she’s not writing, you can usually find her volunteering or spending time watching the animals at ODU’s turtle pond.