Meet our consultants

Hi, I am Apekshya (she/her). I am a graduate student in MS health analytics and biostatistics. I am passionate about public health research. I have an undergraduate and graduate degree in public health (BPH, MPH). My strengths are literature reviews, evidence synthesis, academic writing, reports, and presentations. I am open to supporting you with anything you need from the UWSC. I speak English, Nepali and Hindi. Outside of academics, I love hiking, visiting national parks, and camping. I look forward to working with you throughout the semester!

Hi, my name is Ari. I recently graduated with my bachelor's in environmental science. My biggest strengths include essay organization and structure, as well as research and source integration for subjects spanning from STEM to literature, but I'm happy to help with any concerns you may have! Outside of school, I love creative writing, going to the beach, and playing Dungeons and Dragons with my friends.

Hi! My name is Bahar, and I am majoring in political science and sociology and minoring in music. My strengths are argumentative writing, research papers, and speeches, but I am willing to help you with anything. In my free time, I play flute in the University Wind Ensemble and Mariachi and participate in local political and mutual aid groups. I also speak Farsi, and one of my favorite places in the world is Iran. I look forward to working with you!

Hi, my name is Bella! I was born and raised in Sparks, and I am happy to continue that streak by attending UNR. I'm double majoring in political science and communication studies with a minor in French. I love to hang out with my friends, walk my dogs, watch movies and read. My strengths are working on argumentative papers, organizing ideas and brainstorming, but I look forward to working with you on whatever you need!

Hi, I’m Caitlyn, and I am majoring in nutrition with minors in analytical chemistry and math! Although my majors/minors are pretty math- and science-based, I really enjoy writing both creatively and academically. Aside from school, I like hanging out with my friends, trying new foods, swimming, and watching TV. While most of my strengths revolve around lab reports, research and argumentative papers, and organization, I'm here to help with anything you want to work on. I hope you are having a great semester, and I look forward to working with you.

Hi! My name is Caitlyn M., and I'm a criminal justice major with a minor in psychology. My strengths include word choice, structure and organization, but I'm open to helping you with anything else you might need! Outside of work and school, I like to spend my time reading and hanging out with friends and family. I'm looking forward to working with you!

Hey, it's Caitlin! I'm a senior studying international business and marketing. I’m passionate about research and writing, particularly in areas related to social or psychological sciences, mental health, and intersectional identities. I strive to create inclusive and supportive environments where sessions feel productive, meaningful, and tailored to each student’s needs. Outside of school, I enjoy volunteering, advocating for mental health awareness, and exploring new coffee shops. I’m excited to help students develop their writing and communication skills!

Hi there! My name is Cara. I am a communication studies major with a minor in sociology. My strengths include organization, word choice, proofreading, and APA formatting, but I am open to helping you in any other areas as well. Outside of school, I love to read, watch movies, spend time with my pets, and practice nail art. I look forward to meeting with you!

Hi everyone, I'm Corinne (she/they). I have a B.A. in English, a Juris Doctor (law degree), and most recently a master's in public administration. While earning my master's, I worked here at the UWSC as a graduate consultant, so I'm excited to be back as professional staff! I have experience with everything from first year undergraduate papers to personal statements for grad school to dissertations and journal articles, and I particularly enjoy helping with brainstorming, organization, argument, and sentence-level details. Outside of work, I spend my time reading, writing fanfiction, watching too many cooking competition shows on Netflix, and tap dancing.

Hey there! My name is Dallasia (she/her), and I hope I can assist you. I am currently majoring in journalism with an emphasis in news and broadcasting and minoring in entrepreneurship. Being an African American first-generation student has allowed me to grow the skills needed to connect and empathize with different students here on campus. I have experience working with academic research, creative writing, investigative writing, and personal narratives. I can also help with grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and basic organization. Even if you simply need someone to look at your writing for feedback, I am happy to help!

Hola y mucho gusto, me llamo Dylan :D. I am a first-generation senior studying biology and Spanish! Outside of academics, I love Nintendo games, indoor rock climbing, and making time to relax. Please feel free to schedule with me for any academic or personal endeavors you may have like lab reports, Spanish compositions, or argumentative essays. I can't wait to work with you this semester!

Hello! My name is Emma, and I am so excited to work with you this semester! I am a double major in criminal justice and Spanish, with a minor in political science. My strengths lie in brainstorming, editing, and grammar/punctuation. I am fluent in Spanish and can help with any level, and I can conduct the appointment in Spanish if needed. Outside of the UWSC, I enjoy reading, listening to all of Taylor Swift's discography, hanging out with my boyfriend, and binging TV shows.

Hey, I'm Gabby (she/her)! As a mixed-race political science student, I am incredibly passionate about civic engagement and uplifting the voices of others. With an extensive speech and debate background, I am most experienced in argumentative writing and public speaking. I enjoy teaching students how to use evidence effectively and discuss contemporary issues impactfully. Outside of academics, I enjoy writing poetry and hunting down new coffee shops and thrift stores. If you need me, I can always be found with a book, a paintbrush, or a pen in my hand.

Hey there, my name's Gus (they/them)! I am a proudly queer and autistic Las Vegan majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in LGBTQ studies. You can come to me for help with anything from lab reports to research papers to design proposals. I'm very passionate about the integration of STEM and liberal arts, so feel free to ask about either! In my free time, I enjoy writing fiction and playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Hi, my name is Katie, and I'm majoring in biomedical and electrical engineering. My greatest strengths are in literary analyses, research papers, introductions and conclusions, and brainstorming/outlining, but I'm happy to help with any concerns! In my free time, I love spending time in nature, playing video games or D&D, and drawing. I look forward to working with you this semester.

Hello! My name is Lily, and I am majoring in English and minoring in cinema and media studies. My strengths are in argumentative papers, literary analyses, and creative writing, but I am willing to help with anything. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing, and listening to music. I look forward to working with you!

Hi, I’m Megan! I’m majoring in English language and linguistics, minoring in business analytics, and I have published and presented undergraduate research within the CS department. I enjoy working with research papers, multimodal projects, poster presentations, and anything that I haven’t seen before or is interdisciplinary. My strengths include brainstorming ideas to expand an argument, APA formatting, experimenting with AI tools, and finding resources. Mostly, I’m excited to hear your vision on any project and be there for you to see it through! When I’m not here or studying, I can be found photographing at Reno parks, growing plants, and listening to music. Stop by soon!

Hey y'all! My name is Michael, and I am majoring in business marketing and management and journalism with an emphasis on public relations and advertising. I was born and raised in Reno, Nevada and I am full-Filipino. My strengths are in core and creative writing, outlining/organization, and speeches, but I can work with you for whatever you need. Outside of school and work, I am a powerlifter and hang out with friends. I cannot wait to work with you this semester.

Hi, I'm Percy! I'm majoring in neuroscience and minoring in creative writing. I specialize in science and technical writing, but I am also very passionate about creative writing conventions and techniques. Outside of school and work, I like swimming, spending time with my friends, playing D&D, and writing.

Hello! My name is Ryann, and I’m studying English and sociology. While I really enjoy creative writing and argumentative essays, I’m always looking forward to working on things outside my wheelhouse. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, writing, going outside, crafting, and video games.

Hi! My name is Samantha, and I am studying English literature and history here at the University. I love helping students out with anything you may need in terms of writing or speaking, but I especially love the planning and brainstorming parts of the writing process. In my free time, I spend most of the time reading or taking long walks in the park. I also enjoy writing letters, spending time with my puppies, and attending prayer events!

Hello! My name is Samuel I'm a triple major in political science, international affairs, and journalism. I have a lot of experience and background in political science papers as well as creative writing story structures. Outside of academics, I dance, skateboard and do improv; due to this, I'm a pretty extroverted person. I'm also in many on-campus clubs.

Hi, my name is Suvra. I am studying biochemistry and minoring in entrepreneurship. I’m pre-med with the goal of being a surgeon. My greatest strengths are in speaking/presenting, argumentative writing, and formal writing. In my free time, I read, watch Netflix, play guitar, go to the gym, and play any sport casually.

Hello! My name is Valen, and I am a dual major in veterinary sciences and biology with a minor in chemistry, with the plan to become a veterinarian. In my free time, I love to read, draw, explore Reno, or spend time with my fraternity and friends. In terms of appointments, my strengths lie in creative writing, brainstorming, research, and revisions, but I love everything you can throw my way! I look forward to meeting with you this semester.