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MARJORIE COWAN
Marjorie N. Cowan has always been interested
in social issues and social justice. She grew up
on the Mississippi Gulf Coast during the civil
rights era and saw firsthand the climate of
terror that springs from hatred and ignorance.
She received her bachelor's degree in
sociology and community relations and her
master's degree in education guidance and
counseling. It was during her master's
internship that Cowan became interested in
guiding students toward academic success.
She spent twenty-five years as a director of
academic advising. More recently earned a
professional writing certificate from Kennesaw
State University. Cowan is a proud wife,
mother, and grandmother. Her large family
and Islamic faith have helped her through her
darkest moments, including the tragic death
of her son in 2003.
Journeys: Finding Joy, Peace & Purpose is a
collection of poems that are deeply
personal. When Cowan’s beloved son died
unexpectedly, she channeled her grief and
frustration into her writing. As she honored
her son, she also looked back on the
sacrifices her ancestors had made to give
her a better life. Cowan weaves the tales of
her parents, grandparents, and great-
grandparents into the fabric of every poem.
In addition to poems covering the personal
and political spheres, Cowan's work also
contains a powerful spiritual dimension
