O. Cavazos is a multidisciplinary artist & innovative consultant.

POET | EDUCATOR | ENTREPENEUR

BS.Ed. & M.Ed from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

 
 

What do people say?

  • Agnes Dunne - student in the residential college at the University of Michigan

    Oceania was a guest instructor alongside other members of The Guild for a spoken word performance class. She not only taught poetry writing to us but also built a community in the course, which culminated in a performance by those in the class of our own work. Their class is a highlight of my courses.

  • Mando Pérez- @thetruemando

    Oceania was the host an event I was having and she was everything I needed and more. She made sure my guests were having fun, supporting the establishment we were at, and even started dancing to get the crowd going. If you need someone who’s punctual, fun, and gets the job done, Oceania is who you’re looking for.

  • Dawn Salo

    I saw her perform her poetry on MLK Jr. Day at U of M in 2021. It was powerful.

  • Lynn

    She was inviting and fun throughout a poetry night she was hosting. Audiences can get rowdy or too hyped… Oceania had this commanding presence where she kept the good times rollin’. Also getting her book before really inspired me to try poetry more myself.

  • Daniel Martinez- Detroit Public School Teacher

    Oceania is great at facilitating space for information gathering and sharing ideas.

“I love people. I love all the complexities that exist within us and I am fascinated by the process of becoming empowered enough to share those with the world. I want to know people for who they are which can change over and over again and that is wonderful to be able to appreciate that instead of shame or reject it.”

Oceania Cavazos is an award-winning educator, poet, and entrepreneur recognized for her leadership in building creative ecosystems that drive community impact. A graduate of the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor with advanced degrees in Education and Leadership, she has spent over a decade transforming mentorship and engagement programs for students, artists, and organizations across Michigan. As the founder of The Deep End Café & Gallery in Southwest Detroit, Oceania has curated dozens of exhibitions and events that amplify underrepresented voices and bridge Detroit’s creative and entrepreneurial communities. Her work stands at the intersection of art, strategy, and social innovation—creating spaces that inspire collaboration, visibility, and lasting change.

SKILLS

Oceania has professional education and experience in the following topics.

 

Personal/Professional Coaching & Development
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Program/Project Planning & Implementation
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Youth Engagement & Education
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Resume/Cover Letter/Portfolio Building
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Modeling, Performing Poetry, Speaking to Large audiences, Acting, Hosting/MCing

Creative Writing & Spoken Word Performance Coaching
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Organizational Consulting, Improvement, Strategic Planning, Data Collection & Analysis
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Leadership Development
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Branding & Storytelling
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Public/Community Engagement and Community Organizing