Ross A. Laird is a seasoned instructor and clinical supervisor with an outstanding reputation. He has been teaching college and university courses in multiple disciplines for more than twenty years. His specialty is the creative process as it infuses writing, craft, art, and personal development. Currently, Dr. Laird is Chair of the Department of Creative Writing at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. He is also the lead developer of Kwantlen's Interdisciplinary Expressive Arts program and a member of Kwantlen's Department of Learning Communities, where he works with first-year and pre-first-year students.

Student Comments

"Ross is the most inspirational instructor I have ever had. His enthusiasm and intense passion really comes through in his instructional methods. Throughout the group I have gained immense respect, practical and spiritual knowledge from a teacher who has had a tremendous influence on me."

"Ross' love of this profession comes through in his teaching. He is a wonderful, thoughtful, inspiring and gifted teacher. He has a great sense of humour."

"Wonderful, enthusiastic, engaging, approachable -- a gem."

"I've been commenting since the beginning of the course to whoever will listen that Ross is an excellent teacher. He is light and fun in his approach and really knows his stuff. I can't think when I've enjoyed a course more."

"I was very impressed by this instructor's way of teaching, energy and knowledge. He was patient and flexible, allowing me time to adjust to something new."

"Ross is very open to the process of teaching, empowering and guiding the students. I recommend Ross as an instructor."

"Ross was innovative and stimulating. He certainly made the course what it was. He put one hundred per cent into our classes. He was knowledgeable, inspired and inspiring. I feel I found greater direction in my life from taking this course."

"Ross is very articulate and well read. He was more than willing to discuss anything of interest to the class as a whole or to an individual student. He was also quick to admit if he did not have the answers. What I particularly appreciated was that he admitted he made mistakes and that we should expect to as well."

"Ross shared his experiences and made me feel very comfortable. He was very enthusiastic and honest about his philosophies. I appreciated his sense of humour and organization. He gave everyone a lot of attention and understanding. Ross is an amazing teacher and person."

"Ross really came across as enthusiastic and knowledgeable. His experience as a professional was obvious and enlightening. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and I learned a whole lot."

"Ross was, in my estimation, excellent, enthusiastic, integrated, grounded, compassionate and sensitive to others."

"I absolutely enjoyed Ross Laird. His influence will complement my life. I feel enlightened on several levels by my attendance in this class and send my gratitude to the instructor and the college."

"Ross was extremely organized and allowed for each student to build upon the gifts they already possessed. Ross made the course enjoyable."

"Ross is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructor who, most importantly, empowered his students."

"Ross is very caring, respectful, intuitive and creative. He is a very creative teacher who encourages student participation. It is obvious that everyone has been personally touched by working with him."

"A great teacher. His heart is in his work."