Brennen S.

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Degree: Master’s of Criminal Justice

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. Criminal Justice and Psychology at GVSU

Likes to work with:

• APA
• Formal and Technical Writing
• Master's Thesis
• Research Papers
• Social Science topics

Brennen is in his 6th year as a writing consultant at GV and is currently finishing up his Master’s degree in Criminal Justice. As part of his undergraduate career he studied Criminal Justice systems abroad in Japan, presented at MIWCA 2023, and graduated with B.S. degrees in both criminal justice and psychology at GVSU in 2024. As the Seidman College of Business Graduate Assistant for the Writing Center, Brennen is prepared to help with all sorts of technical writing one may encounter. He believes that brainstorming is one of the most important parts of the writing process, and is more than willing to help get your project on track with clear ideas that interest the reader and guide your writing. Any writer is sure to have a great consultation with Brennen!

Grace F. 

Pronouns: They/them 

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. Biology- Natural Resources (Central Michigan University)

Area of Study: M.S. Biology- Aquatic Sciences Emphasis 

Likes to work with: 

• APA
• Research Papers
• Persuasive Essays
• Collecting Sources
• Grant Writing 

Grace is a first year writing consultant and a second year graduate student at GVSU. They love all things nature, wildlife, and botany related and have a history of public outreach with all of these topics. They understand how daunting research based writing can be and are happy to meet students wherever they are in their writing journey. Their thesis project is studying the genetics of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, an invasive forest pest in North America. 

Kim S. 

Prior Degrees: 

• B.S. (Computer Engineering) Wright State University
• M.B.A. Arizona State University
• J.D. University of Notre Dame

Kim S. is a non-degree-seeking graduate student who enjoys classes in many subject areas, including Philosophy, Classics, Ancient Greek, English, Writing, Anthropology, and Beekeeping. While APA remains her favorite citation form, she is willing to help you tackle MLA, Chicago, and many others, no matter how obscure. Over the years she has discovered that seizing rare opportunities—such as operating a fire hose, riding an elephant, or even kissing the Blarney Stone—can be a very worthwhile tradeoff for personal dignity, at least in the short term.

Leya S. 

Pronouns: She/Her

Area of Study: Adult Higher Education

Likes to work with: 

• Argumentative Essays
• Persuasive Essays
• Research Papers
• Personal Narratives

Leya S. is beginning her second semester in her Masters program. She is an avid reader, writer, and teacher of English. She also enjoys playing the piano, acting, puzzling, knitting, and crochet. This is Leya's first year as a TESOL writing consultant and she is excited to help students present their thoughts on paper.

Abby M.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: PCKET Major, Pk-3rd

Likes to work with: I am familiar with classes associated with the College of Education and the PCKET program. I work well with research papers, as well as MLA and APA.

Hello! I am currently a junior at GVSU and this will be my third year at the writing center! In my free time, I enjoy crafts/drawing, as well as listening to music, working out, and spending time with family/friends, and my pets. My goal is to earn my bachelor's in elementary education, and later go on to get my masters in teaching students with reading and writing disabilities. 

Aislinn V.

Pronouns: They/Them

Major: Group Social Studies and Education

Minor: Sociology

Likes to work with:

• Historical Analysis
• Argumentative Papers  
• Literary Analysis
• Chicago

Aislinn is a third-year student majoring in Group Social Studies and Education with a minor in Sociology. They can typically be found procrastinating homework somewhere on campus, always with a source of caffeine in hand. Some of their favorite things include the rain, fall weather, and exploring thrift stores for cool books and cozy sweaters. This is their first year as a writing consultant, and they are excited to get the chance to work with so many different students and deepen their own knowledge of writing as well!  

Allie D.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• APA
• Creative Writing
• Honors College Assignments
• Psychology Assignments
• Lab Reports

Hello! My name is Allie, I am a Junior at Grand Valley and am a double major in Psychology and Neuroscience in the Honors College. I love to read, write, crochet, and watch reality TV. As well as being in the Writing Center, I am a director on the Campus Activities Board, am I e-board member for psych club, and work in a research lab. This is my second year in the writing center, and I am very excited to work with other students!

Aner S. 

Pronouns: They/Them

Major: Statistics & French

Likes to work with:  

• Research / Analysis Papers

• Brainstorming

• Narratives

• Creative Writing

• MLA

Aner is a sophomore at Grand Valley currently pursuing B.A. degrees in Biostatistics and French translation. They love learning about all topics that come into the Writing Center and the people that bring them in! Their hobbies include everything from internet deep dives on odd topics and the arts to practicing Muay Thai. They’re excited to work with everybody at the Writing Center this year! 

Anna F. 

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Major/Minor: Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Science 

Likes to work with: 

• MLA 
• Narratives 
• Experimental pieces 
• Op-ed's 

Anna is a second year student studying biology. She is an adult learner and leads the adult learner student organization as well as being a member of the grand valley belly dance club. She has a passion for working with small living things, and an sense of joy about life. In her free time she enjoys crafting, specifically crochet and knitting, as well as reading and any and all outdoor activities! She is very excited to start her work at the writing center this year, and hopes to help fellow students who came into school feeling unsure of their writing skills, just like she did in her first year! 

Annabelle M.

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Writing

Minor: East Asian Studies and Japanese

Likes to work with:

• MLA

• Literary Analysis

• Creative Writing Pieces

• Brainstorming/organization

Annabelle is a senior in the Honors College and is pursuing a major in writing and minors in East Asian Studies and Japanese. Aside from reading and writing, she enjoys watching shows and movies with her family and friends, playing video games, and adding to her rapidly growing collection of plants. This is her second year as a writing consultant, and she is super excited to continue working and help others feel more confident with their writing!

Annelise R. 

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Advertising and Public Relations

Minor: Writing

Likes to work with:

APA and MLA

Creative Writing

personal narratives

Brainstorming

research papers

argumentative works

Annelise is a senior at GVSU, double-majoring in Writing and Advertising/Public Relations. This is her third year as a Resident Assistant (RA) and her second year as a Writing Consultant. In her free time, she loves reading, listening to music, dancing, and going to concerts. Annelise is excited to bring positivity to GV, keep helping her peers, and grow alongside them!

Ari B.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Writing

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Research Papers
• Creative Writing
• Grammar and Punctuation

Ari is a third year student at GVSU, majoring in Writing with a minor in Nonprofit Administration.  She is also involved with InWriting, assisting with article review and editing. In her free time she loves to read, write, and binge watch her favorite tv shows. This is Ari’s first year as a writing consultant and she is looking forward to working and learning with her fellow students and their writing!

Ashlyn J.

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience

Minors: Business

Likes to work with…

• APA
• Resumes
• Narratives

I am a sophomore in the Honors college and in my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends, being outdoors and staying active through sports or working out. This is my first year at the writing center and I am very excited to help others with writing and become a better writer myself!

Bee F.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Social Work

Minor: Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Likes to work with: 

• Brainstorming
• Argumentative Essays
• Narratives

Bee is a junior majoring in Social Work and minoring in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. She hopes to use her degree to help empower others to realize their full potential! This has led her to realize the power of words, and how writing can portray meaning beyond what's on the page. When she's not doing school work, she's usually practicing marimba for her competitive drumline - Redline Percussion! She is excited to learn from all of her peers and to help however she can! 

Bran H.

Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them

Major: English

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• APA
• Narrative Essays
• Research Papers
• Literary Analysis
• Persuasive Papers

Bran is a senior pursuing an English degree with a minor in French. Originally from Traverse City, this is their second semester at Grand Valley. He enjoys playing bass, cooking, and reading literary magazines in his free time. Since traveling to France this summer, they’ve also developed an interest in fashion. A list of things he likes would include etymology, cranberries, cats, tea, and learning.

Breyden C. 

Pronouns: He/Him

Major/Minor: Secondary Ed, Eng. Ed/Writing

Likes to Work With:

• MLA
• Creative Writing
• Literature Analysis
• Research Discovery
• Narratives

Hi, I am Breyden! I am a sophomore at GVSU studying Secondary and English Education, with a minor in Writing. I have lived practically everywhere in Montcalm County and am passionate about being social and empathetic. I spend my free hours of the day with my nose in a book, zoning out to film, or singing along to music, and am unquestionably open to any book, film, or song/album recommendations. This is my first year at the Writing Center, and I am excited to begin a new journey with everyone who comes in and their diverse writing!

Cate W.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Writing

Minor: English

Likes to work with: 

• MLA, APA, and Chicago
• Research Essays
• Short Stories
• Poems
• Pretty much anything

Cate is a senior currently working on her B.A. in Writing, hoping to work in book publication. She is a third year and lead consultant. Her hobbies include reading, playing tennis, and attending football games. She also enjoys working for the Fishladder Journal, the Organization for Professional Writers, and many other clubs on campus. She is super excited to meet and work with everyone this year!

Chip S.

Major: Supply Chain Management

Likes to work with:

·      MLA 

·      Brainstorming 

·      Argumentative Papers

Hi, I’m Chip. I’m a first-year writing consultant and sophomore majoring in Supply Chain Management at Grand Valley. I enjoy listening to music, waterskiing, and hanging out with my friends. I cannot wait to help other students to improve their writing and become more confident in their writing.

Clare D.

Major: English

Minor: Writing

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Literature Analysis Papers
• Creative Writing
• Narratives
• Argumentative Essays
• Resumes/Cover Letters

Clare is in her 3rd year here at GVSU, halfway through her English degree with an emphasis on Language and Literature. She is passionate about creative and persuasive writing, and spends slightly more time than is healthy watching sitcoms. Clare is distinctly unhelpful if there is a spider to be dealt with, but great at strengthening the analysis and organization of a paper. Most recently, she has been tearing through mystery and horror novels, but would be thrilled to talk about any book under the sun and swap recommendations. (Proceed with caution when approaching Clare about books, you may end up trapped in a 45 minute conversation.) Clare is secretly jealous of how cool fashion majors are, owns more sweaters than is necessary, loves writing transitional sentences, is terrible at sitting through podcasts, and her favorite part of an essay to write is the introduction. She is new this year at the writing center, and would love for you to stop by and talk!

Eli P.

Pronouns: He/Him

Major: Writing

Minor: Digital Studies

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Organization/Brainstorming
• Opinion & Argumentative Essays
• Poetry

Eli is currently a junior working on a B.S. in Writing and a minor in Digital Studies. He’s originally from just outside Traverse City, and enjoys playing games, drawing, and cooking in his spare time. His favorite genres are horror and sci-fi, and he has a particular taste for good practical effects in movies. This is his first year as a writing consultant, so he’s eager to dive into the world of editing and helping others!

Elle H.

Pronouns: she/her

Major: Writing

Minor: Anthropology

Likes to work with: 

• APA
• Analysis Papers
• Research Papers
• Any Creative Writing (I do admittedly have a soft spot for poetry :) ) 

Hey everyone! My name is Elaine, but it would be so chill of you to call me Elle! I'm a senior majoring in Writing and minoring in Anthropology. When I'm not in the writing center, you can find me outside reading (unless it's winter...), writing/studying in coffee shops, or just walking around. I love meeting new people and am especially excited to meet everyone I'll get to work with this year!

Elle S.

Pronouns: she/her

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience

Likes to work with:

• creative works
• argumentative papers
• literary analysis papers
• research papers
• brainstorming

Hi, my name is Elle! I'm a sophomore at the Frederik Meijer Honors College, and I'm majoring in Behavioral Neuroscience. In the future, I hope to specialize in sleep disorders and the nutritional and genetic aspects involved. In my free time, I love to read romance and mystery novels, write fiction and poetry, create countless Spotify playlists, and crochet. As a first-year writing consultant, I'm super excited to help students find the beauty and purpose in writing in their own unique way!

Emily B.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Elementary Education

Likes to work with:

Argumentative essays

MLA

APA

creative writing

journalistic writing

Hi! I'm Emily and I'm a junior in the Honors College here at GV. This will be my second year working at the writing center! I love to sing/sing in choir, dance, spend time with my loved ones, play with my super cute dog, go to concerts, and watch the same movies over and over again. As a lover of writing and an elementary education major, I love helping people and witnessing them grow. I can't wait to help students grow in their writing this year at the writing center!

Estefany S.

Major: Nursing

Likes to work with:

• MLA

• Brainstorming/ Writing prep

• Creative Writing

• Narrative Essays

Estefany S. is a second-year student at Grand Valley State University, pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In her free time, Estefany enjoys walking with her dog Daisy on trails, shopping, and catching up on her favorite series. She is excited to contribute her skills and experience to the Writing Center. She looks forward to her first year as a writing consultant, supporting fellow students in expressing their thoughts and ideas effectively!

Giselle B. 

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Social Work

Likes to work with: 

-APA Format 

-Creative Writing 

-Research Papers 

-Analysis Papers 

Giselle B. is a second-year student at GVSU. Last year, she worked as a receptionist at the Writing Center, and now she is excited to return as a consultant. She has a passion for the social sciences and humanities as a whole, especially history, art, sociology, and psychology. Her extensive list of hobbies includes writing (of course), reading, fencing, playing the cello, and embroidery. She also enjoys hot chocolate, tomato soup, and sweetango apples, though generally not all together. She looks forward to working with other students to learn and grow as writers!

Gus M.

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Minor: Mathematics  

I like to work with:

• Argumentative essays 
• Narrative
• Research/ Lab Reports  
• APA

Gus is a third year writing consultant and lead consultant. He is a scientist at heart and loves to learn about new things. He looks forward to meeting new people this year and hopes to read about all sorts of things from the Grand Valley writing community. 

Hannah R.

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience and Writing.

Pronouns: She/Her

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Creative Writing
• Argumentative
• Narratives
• Rhetorical Analysis

My Name Is Hannah and this is my second year at Grand Valley, with majors in Behavioral Neuroscience and Writing. In my free time I enjoy reading, getting active, and going on hikes. This is my first year as a writing consultant and I am excited to work with other students and become a better writer in the process.

Hayden W.

Major/Minor: Writing, French/Anthropology

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Creative Fiction and Non-Fiction
• Misc. Assignments for Anthropology and French Classes

Hayden is a junior pursuing a degree in Writing while taking classes he is passionate about such as French language courses and some in linguistic anthropology. In his free time Hayden likes to read and write fantasy, watch fantasy and sci-fi movies and shows, and go to various concerts. This is his first semester at the writing center and he is very “stoked” to get started.

Ian M.

Pronouns: He/Him

Major: English, History, Education

Minors: French

Likes to work with:

• Chicago Style
• Research and Argumentative Papers
• Creative Writing

Hello! I'm a sophomore here at GVSU and a first-year writing consultant at the Writing Center. I hope to be a high school English teacher once I complete my degree and I am super passionate about providing everyone with a quality education focused on learning rather than grades. I love to learn about and discuss literally anything and everything from religious history to musicology to physics and beyond! I'm a huge cat person---sue me---and in my free time I enjoy going for runs, playing guitar, and watching horror movies. Stop by the Writing Center and I would love to work with you on any project or assignment you are working on. I aspire to learn just as much from you as you do from me during our time together!

Josilynn H.

Pronouns: She/They

Major: Writing and Film

Likes to Work With:

• MLA
• Creative writing
• Narratives
• Argumentative Essays

Josilynn is a sophomore double majoring in writing and film. She enjoys writing creative stories and exploring different genres. The other things she enjoys is playing video games, dancing, cooking, anything nature, and music. Josilynn is involved in various clubs and organizations on campus and she is even helping begin a Ballet Folklorico group. She is a first year writing consultant excited to help others with their writing and learn from everyone.

Julie D.

Major: English

Minor/s: Writing, History

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Chicago Style
• Argumentative Essays
• Research Papers
• Literature Analysis

Hello all! I'm Julie, and I am in my sophomore year as a major in English and a double minor in Writing and History. This is my first year as a writing consultant, and I'm super excited to be apart of the Writing Center. In my free time, I love reading, going on outdoor walks, and watching movies. I love learning new things, especially when it comes to history and literature! I am also apart of the Honors College here at GV. 

Kai H.

Pronouns: They/Them

Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders

Minor: Writing

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Honors Assignments
• Research Papers

Hi, my name is Kai H., a sophomore within the Honors College here at GV! This will be my first year working at the writing center, but I am ecstatic to be here. I enjoy reading, writing (of course), being in the outdoors, and listening to music. I am excited to meet everyone and read their writing!

Kaitlyn M. 

Major: Chemistry

Minor: Mathematics

Likes to work with: 

• APA 
• MLA 
• Research Papers 
• Argumentative Essays 

Kaitlyn M. is a sophomore studying Chemistry while pursuing a minor in Mathematics. She enjoys the beach and vacationing anywhere warm and sunny. Aside from traveling, she loves cooking dishes and coming up with her own recipes. As a first year writing consultant, she is very excited to meet everyone and read their work! 

Kallie C.

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Major: Secondary Education, English, Writing

Minor: History, Applied Linguistics

Likes to work with: 

• APA
• Chicago
• Creative Writing
• Narratives
• Research Papers
• Brainstorming/Pre-Writing

Kallie C. is a fourth-year student in the Fred Meijer Honors College and a third-year Writing Consultant. Along with reading and writing, she has a passion for outdoor adventures, small frogs, and recently, a growing interest in native pollinators. She's involved with a handful of other student organizations on campus, including fishladder and InWriting. Brainstorming and revising are her favorite parts of the writing process, and most importantly, she finds just about everything fascinating. She will be more than happy to learn with (and from) you when you stop in at the Writing Center!

Kayla C.

She/her

Major: English

Minor: Applied Linguistics & German

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• APA
• Literary Analysis
• Creative Writing
• Narratives
• Social Science Research Papers
• Application Essays and Personal Statements

Kayla is a third-year student at Grand Valley and this is her second year as a writing consultant. Aiming to teach ESL (English as a Second Language), Kayla is very passionate about the English language and learning languages herself. Her favorite things include reading (most notably, Lord of the Flies), writing, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. Her favorite animal is a chicken and there’s a 75% chance that when you stop by the writing center, she will have her chicken socks on and be drinking out of her chicken water bottle.

Kendall J. 

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Wildlife Biology 

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Personal Narratives
• Research Papers
• Creative Writing 

Hi, I'm Kendall! I am a sophomore at GVSU, and this is my first year as a writing consultant. I am studying Wildlife Biology and hope to work in forestry and wildlife management after I graduate. I love anything with nature and animals. I am a very active person, and in my free time, I enjoy hiking, sitting outside, reading, cooking, or spending time with my dog, Koda. I am super excited to meet everyone and help students feel more confident in their writing skills!

Kendyll M.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: English and Psychology

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Writing Preparation/Brainstorming
• Literary Analysis
• Creative Writing (Poetry and Short Stories)

Kendyll is a junior majoring in both English and Psychology. Outside of academics, Kendyll enjoys reading, listening to music, and attending as many concerts as she can. She loves 2000s television and recently took up scrapbooking. Kendyll is always willing to chat about books and music. This is her first year in the writing center, and she is excited to get to meet and help everyone with their writing this year!

Lanie C.  

Pronouns: she/her

Majors: Marketing and Economics

Likes to work with:

• Persuasive essays
• Historical analysis
• Narratives

Hi! My name is Lanie and I am a junior in the Honors College and I am double majoring in Marketing and Economics. I enjoy spending my time by traveling, reading, going to concerts, and watching and playing sports. I absolutely love dogs, Grey's Anatomy, anything that is the color purple, and fall weather. This will be my second year as a writing consultant and I am so excited to collaborate with other students on their writing projects!

Lauren E.

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Major: Environmental Science & Sustainability Studies

Minor: Aquatic Sciences

Likes to work with:

• Brainstorming 
• Outlining/Pre-Writing
• Creative Writing
• Personal Narratives
• MLA

I like to work with fun, friendly people and those who are eager to get some help with their writing! I am a sophomore this year at Grand Valley. I grew up in Grand Haven by Lake Michigan, so I love boating, surfing, swimming, and going to the beach. My favorite color is blue and I love the water. My dream career is to be a marine biologist and save the turtles!! 

Liv M.

Major/Minor: Secondary English Education

Liv is determined and able to assist every student in whatever way she possibly can; however, she specializes in: 

• MLA
• Literature Analysis Papers
• Creative Writing Pieces
• Narratives
• Poetry

Liv M. is a Junior here at GVSU, studying Secondary Education with a focus on English. You can catch her studying at coffee shops, exploring new thrift stores, singing karaoke, or performing in plays and musicals. She loves to experiment with new recipes or enjoy a movie night in with her three roommates. Liv is always open to meeting new friends and embracing new experiences. She also loves a good mystery or romance novel, so be sure to send your recommendations her way. She is so excited to meet with all of the lovely new people visiting the writing center this year, and looks forward to your collaboration together!

Lukas H. 

Pronouns: He/Him

Major: Political Science

Minor: Movement Science

Likes to work with:

• Argumentative Essays
• Research Papers
• Resumes
• Cover Letters

Hi! My name is Lukas. I’m a junior in the Honors College at GVSU from East Lansing, Michigan. I’m pursuing a major in political science and a minor in movement science, and I hope to continue onto law school and reach a career in sports law. Outside of the classroom, I love being outside, weight lifting, running, listening to music, and spending time with the guys in my fraternity, and my girlfriend. I have lots of experience with argumentative writing and research papers, as well as professional development writing, such as cover letters and resumes. I love meeting new people, and I’m super excited for this year at the writing center!

Madalynn H.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Psychology

Likes to work with:

• MLA & APA Format
• Research papers/proposals
• Argumentative papers
• I am also familiar with FMHC assignments

Hello! My name is Madalynn but most people call me Maddie. I am a junior studying Environmental and Sustainability studies and Psychology. In my free time I love to read and explore different coffee shops. I look forward to learning about the different topics that people are interested in when visiting the writing center.

Madelyn S

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Technical Writing

Minor: Business

Likes to work with:

• Technical and professional writing
• Creative works

Hello! I am a senior majoring in technical writing. I have my A.A. in Writing from Grand Rapids Community College and have professional experience with copywriting and editing as well as educational and adjacent exposure to creative writing and revision. I spend a lot of time outdoors hiking, walking, and running, and look forward to consulting this year. 

Matteo L.

Pronouns: He/Him

Major: Secondary Education (Group Social Studies)

Minor: Sociology

Likes to work with: 

• Brainstorming
• Personal Essays
• History/Social Studies Focused

Hello I am Matteo, a first-year writing consultant! I am a sophomore here at GV pursuing a degree in Education in order to become a history teacher, and I am from the beautiful city of Florence, Italy. In my free time I love to listen to music, read, enjoy the outdoors and watch movies/tv shows with my friends. I hope to make every student more confident in their own writing, alongside finding their own voice, and realize how powerful writing can be to express oneself.

Mariam J.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Finance

Likes to work with:

• APA & MLA
• Brainstorming
• Personal Essays

Mariam is a sophomore at GV and a member of the Honors College, majoring in Finance. An international student from India, she is also a first-year Resident Assistant (RA) and works as a Seidman tutor. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, traveling, and spending time with friends. This is her first year as a writing consultant, and she looks forward to supporting students with their writing and helping them build confidence in their skills.

Melissa M.

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Illustration

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Argumentative essays
• Research papers
• Art papers

Melissa is a senior illustration major working towards becoming a character artist. She has been working at the Writing Center for three years, and she’s eager to help!

Meredith S.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Environmental Studies and Sustainability

Minor: Geospatial Technology

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Narrative Essays
• Research Papers
• APA

Meredith S. is currently a sophomore at Grand Valley. Along with being a writing consultant she participates in the GV Drumline. She loves being outside, hanging out with friends and traveling! Meredith has been to 5 different countries. She is super excited to be working at the writing center for the first time!

Olivia S.

Pronouns: she/her

Major: History (Secondary Education)

Minor: Psychology

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Research Papers
• Creative Writing pieces
• Argumentative essays

Olivia is a 3rd year student (junior) at Grand Valley. She is working towards her degree in secondary education and her minor in psychology. She loves country music, and she tries to go to as many concerts as she can. This is Olivia’s second year with the writing center, and she is excited to be working and helping students excel in their writing!

Riley V.

Pronouns: He/Him

Major: English (Secondary Education)

Minor: History

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Any Creative Works
• Argumentative Essays

Riley V. is a third-year student at Grand Valley State University and is a second-year lead writing consultant. He is majoring in English and minoring in history to pursue a career in secondary education. He enjoys watching T.V. shows, movies, and listening to music. He especially loves the fall time of year. Riley is super excited to again begin working with students and learning alongside them.

Rob P.

Pronouns: He/him

Major: Writing

Likes to Work with:

• MLA
• Literature Analysis Papers
• Fiction

Rob P. is a junior studying writing here at GV. Besides writing, he likes to sing, watch movies, and listen to music. He's also got an ever growing collection of vinyl and VHS tapes. This is his first year at the writing center, and he is very excited to meet everyone!

Shannan B.

Pronouns: She/Her

Majors: Writing & Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Likes to work with:

• MLA

• Creative Writing

• Personal Essays

• Research Papers

Hey! I’m Shannan, a junior pursuing a major in both Writing and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. This is my second year as a Writing Consultant and first year as a Lead. In my spare time, I enjoy drawing, crafting, and blasting my favorite music. I love to help students elevate their writing, while showing them that writing can be fun! 

Sofia E.

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Writing

Minor: Political Science

Likes to work with: 

• APA
• MLA
• Chicago
• Research Papers 
• Argumentative Papers
• Narratives
• Any creative pieces
• Resumes/Cover Letters

Hi! I'm Sofia and I am a junior at GV with a major in Writing and a minor in Political Science. I love painting, reading, and (surprise!) writing in my free time. I also enjoy spending too much money on coffee and thrifting with my roommate. I'm so excited for another great year with the writing center!

Sonja H.

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Journalism, Broadcasting, and Digital Media

Minor: Digital Studies

Likes to work with:

• Research Papers
• Creative Writing
• Literary Analysis
• Brainstorming

Sonja is a Junior at Grand Valley studying Journalism and Broadcasting. In her free time, she likes to cook, bake, make jewelry, crochet, and enjoy the outdoors. This is her second year as a writing consultant and she is so excited to get to know the different students coming into the Writing Center this year!

Sophie B.

Major: Business

Minor: Writing

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• APA
• Creative Writing
• Business/Marketing Papers
• Resumes

Sophie B. is a junior at the Seidman College of Business pursuing General Business with a minor in Writing. She runs a painting business through Student Painters during the summer, and enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and her pug, Sammy. She hopes to run her own renovation business after her education is complete, as well as write a New York Times Bestseller. This is her second year with the Writing Center, her favorite part is the culture and community it builds among the students and consultants. 

Stacey A.

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Psychology

Minor: Sociology

Likes to work with: 

~Narratives

~Fictional Writing

~APA

~Research Papers

She enjoys cataloging Japanese fashion and the gothic subculture, and you’ll often see her laughing and hanging out with friends. Her favorite pastimes are being out in nature, foraging for herbs and caring for plants. If you ask her about her tea, plant/herb, or rock collection, she will go on and on for days on end. 

When writing, she tends to journal about her daily life, often filled with interesting situations and interactions with others. Her favorite part about writing is watching the words come alive off of the page, painting a picture that cannot be replicated. 

Star M.

Pronouns: she/her

Major: Studio Art

Likes to work with: 

• MLA
• Creative Writing
• Research Papers
• Narrative Papers

Star is an Illustration Major and is set to graduate this December. She has spent nearly four years at the writing center, and during this time she loved working on creative writing papers and helping with APA format and citations. Outside of work, she loves to work on her artworks and writing stories for her characters. And she’s always looking for new movies and tv shows to be obsessed with! 

Tania B.

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Psychology

Minor: Sociology

Likes to work with:

• MLA

Hi, my name is Tania, and this is my third year with the Writing Center. My preferred writing style is MLA, but I’m also comfortable with APA. I am currently a senior at GV, majoring in psychology and minoring in sociology. Writing has always been something that I’ve enjoyed since I was young. I spend some of my time writing about whatever storyline comes to me in the moment. I also enjoy playing The Sims, as it is my main hobby at the moment. I am a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and I pride myself on serving my community. I look forward to working with you all to get work done for the school year!

Tessa B.

Major: English, Spanish

Minor: Writing

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• Any and all Creative Writing
• Literature/Lit. Analysis papers
• Brainstorming
• Outlining/essay prep
• Spanish papers

Hi, I’m a second-year student in the Honors College studying English, Spanish, and Writing with dreams to become an author and novelist. I love to read, write, draw, and sing (my brain is practically a living radio). I also have a passion for traveling! I am involved in many of the cultural clubs here on campus, as well as the writing clubs/programs like Wordsmiths and the Student Reading Series. Feel free to ask me about any of the above! I am always happy to speak Spanish if you are more comfortable with that, too!

Tessa P.  

Pronouns: She/her

Major: Allied Health Science

Likes to work with:

• APA

• Research Papers

• Literature Analysis Papers

Hello! My name is Tessa and I am a senior studying to become a physical therapist. I transferred to GVSU from St. Clair County Community College in Port Huron, Michigan. This will be my first year as a writing consultant. I enjoy baking, bowling, and spending time with friends. I also love to travel and be outdoors. I am very excited to meet everyone and help students enhance their writing skills!

Tori W. 

Pronouns: she/her

Major/Minor: Social Work, minoring in Psychology 

Likes to work with:

• MLA
• creative writing pieces
• research papers
• argumentative essays

I am a sophomore this year studying Social Work and Psychology. This is my first year as a writing consultant and I am super excited to work with students. I enjoy reading, watching TV shows, baking, and hanging out with friends. I love learning about new things and am excited to learn alongside everyone I help. 

Zachary J.

Major / Minor: Advertising and Public Relations, Writing

Likes to work with:

• APA
• MLA
• Literature Analysis Papers
• Research Papers
• Brainstorming
• Fiction / Creative Writing

Zachary J. is a senior studying Advertising and Public Relations with a minor in Writing. He enjoys anything that has to do with the creation and enjoyment of creative writing and music. You can usually find him studying, procrastinating, or writing across campus. This is his second year at the Writing Center, and he is eager to help fellow students with their writing.

Have other questions? Contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible!