Meet our consultants

Hi, my name is Addie. I am a biology major with a strong interest in creative expression. I write poetry, and I enjoy helping others find their voice in both writing and speaking. My strengths include offering thoughtful feedback and helping ideas flow clearly. Outside of school and work, I enjoy reading, going out, and sightseeing. I look forward to working with you this semester!

Hello, my name is Alexander! I am studying political science with minors in criminal justice and philosophy. I love to hang out with friends, help others, play guitar, and read. My strengths are working on research papers, analytical essays, general formatting, and reflection papers. I will be happy to assist you with anything and hope you enjoy your visit!

Hello! My name is Alexis. I am a double-major in public health and psychology major on the pre-nursing track. I am also bilingual in English and Tagalog.  My strengths include helping you make strong foundations for essays, fostering your ability to analyze literature, and helping you break out of your shell in public speaking. My priority as a consultant is to make you feel as comfortable as possible in believing growth can happen. Outside of the UWSC, I have lots of fun trying different sports, playing video games, and finding new restaurants to eat at. I look forward to working with you!

Hi, everyone! My name is Alyda. I am in the GRI program with a focus in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies, and I’m minoring in HR. I am very passionate about making higher education and writing more accessible and inclusive—everyone deserves a chance to learn! Outside of school, I am an artist, and I work mostly with digital photography, watercolors, and acrylics. I am also an avid reader, and my favorite book is “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness. I can’t wait to work with you!

Hello! My name is Amity, and I'm a microbiology major and painting minor. I'm currently pre-med with career goals in forensic pathology. I have experience with STEM reports and research, argumentative papers, essays, and creative writing, and I’m excited to work with you on anything you throw my way! During my free time, I love to do art and play music, read, play video games, and spend time with my friends, family, and dog, Cloud.

Hi there! I am Briana, a biological anthropology Ph.D. candidate with over 10 years of professional writing and speaking experience. Anthropology is a multifaceted discipline and, as such, I am well-versed in social sciences, STEM, and creative writing. I am an avid reader who adores the entire writing process from helping people figure out their hook to the nitty-gritty sentence tweaks that make their piece shine. I am a first-generation college student who knows firsthand how confusing and frustrating undergrad can be, so I’m here to help you succeed no matter the project!

Hi, I’m Caitlyn B. I hope you are having a great semester so far. I’m currently majoring in nutrition, though I recently changed my major from chemical engineering. Even though my majors have been more science-focused, I’ve always enjoyed writing, both creatively and academically. My strengths include organization, citation formatting, literature reviews, lab reports, and research papers, but I’m happy to work with you on any kind of project. Outside of school, I love swimming, trying new foods, watching TV, playing Baldur's Gate 3, and spending time with my boyfriend and our dog. I’m excited to support you with your writing goals, and I look forward to meeting 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!

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!

My name is Cheyenne, and I am a senior majoring in University of Nevada Reno's English and Education PackTeach program. I love to help others achieve a sense of confidence and pride in their writing. Outside of school, I am a member of the Nevada Army National Guard, the editor for our school's literary magazine, and a major foodie!

Hi everyone, I'm Corinne. 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 Writing & Speaking Center 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.

Hello, hello! My name is Dallasia, and I’ll be happy to assist you. I’m a journalism major at the University of Nevada, Reno, and I’m so excited to be a first-generation student! Whether we’re focusing on the bigger picture or finer details, I’m here to support you at any stage of the writing process. I'm hoping to land an internship this semester that allows me to conduct research on important topics like youth poverty and homelessness. I love to crochet and make friendship bracelets. If you couldn't tell, I'm always happy to lend a helping hand.

Hi, I’m Eden. I am a computational linguistics major from Las Vegas, Nevada. I enjoy anything and everything language-based, from learning new ones to considering the relationship between language and our world. I also like fine-tuning grammar and voice in writing. Outside of school, I am an avid crocheter and knitter.

Hey, I'm Gabby! As a mixed-race political science student, I am incredibly passionate about civic engagement and uplifting the voices of others. With an extensive background in civil rights and policymaking, I am most experienced in argumentative writing and public speaking. I enjoy helping students 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.

Hello there. I am Gianna, and I’m excited you found me! I am currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in communications, and I also hold an AA in business from the College of Southern Nevada, so I understand the pressures of juggling school, work, and everything in between. I am passionate about supporting students in areas in communication, composition, business-related fields, and strengthening presentations.

Hey there, my name's Gus! 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.

Hey, everyone. My name is Jasveen. I am an international first-generation undergraduate student from India. I am currently a sophomore majoring in accounting and information systems. I speak English, Punjabi and Hindi. My strengths include sentence structure and overall organization, punctuation and even brainstorming, but I am open to help students with anything that brings them to the Writing & Speaking Center! Other than work, I am the treasurer for the International Club and a member of both AMA and the Business Student Council.  My other hobbies include listening to music, watching movies and spending time with my friends.

Hello, my name is Kate! I am a Reno native majoring in history with a minor in museum studies. My strengths include creative writing, analytical essays, and research papers, especially on topics related to the arts or humanities. In my free time, I love baking and embroidery, and I am an avid reader. I look forward to working with you!

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'm excited to work 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, everybody! My name is Lynette, and I study finance, accounting, and international business. I am from Cheyenne, Wyoming, though I love being here in Reno. I have experience in persuasive writing and public speaking, and I like brainstorming/outlining ideas for any type of writing. I also love reading any creative writing and working through literary analysis. Outside of school, I love to paint, read, run, and spend time with friends. Looking forward to working with you this semester!

Hi, I'm Mav! I'm interested in all things language-related, including world languages, phonology, syntax, pragmatics, and the like. It makes up the bulk of what I write about and the plurality of what I talk about, and outside of class I often find myself digging for information on one of these subjects. That aside, I like playing chess and hanging out with my cats. It's nice to meet you!

My name is Megan, and I am a biotechnology major with a minor in chemistry. My biggest strengths lie in research papers, lab reports, citation styles, and presentation skills, but I am also happy to help in any areas of writing. In my free time, I am often found hiking, paddleboarding, or camping in the wilderness.

Hey y'all! My name is Michael, and I am majoring in business marketing and management and journalism with an emphasis in 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! My name is Nichole, and I’m a current MFA Poetry student at the University of Nevada, Reno with a bachelor's in writing. I worked at the writing center during my undergrad, and I look forward to getting to connect more with the students here on campus.

Hello! My name is Phoenix. I am double majoring in sociology and philosophy. While my greatest strengths are in argumentative papers, literary analyses, and philosophical writing, I have a diverse skill set for many types of writing. Outside of school, I enjoy reading philosophy, going to the gym, and listening to music (I have a wide taste). I am also an officer at the Philosophy Club here at the University of Nevada, Reno, which I highly recommend to anyone who flourishes in opinionated group discussions. I am looking forward to working with all of you.

My name is Quentin, and I am an English literature major. After I complete my education at the University of Nevada, Reno, I intend to be an English teacher. I enjoy helping others find their voice, whether through writing or speaking. I believe that communication is the key to a world of mutual understanding and respect.

Hello! My name is Rayan, and I am a pre-med student majoring in biology with a minor in statistics. My writing strengths include analysis, organization, and formatting. I have lots of experience with lab reports and scientific papers, but I am happy to help with anything! In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, practicing guitar, and hanging out with friends. I look forward to meeting you.

Hello! My name is Samuel. I'm a triple-major in political science, international affairs, and journalism. I specialize mainly in creative writing, journalism, and organization, but am happy to help with anything. Outside of academics I do improv, photography and dance, and can talk about nearly anything. I'm excited to work with you :).