Writing Center

Writing Consultants

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The Writing Center’s consultants provide an invaluable service to the WMU writing community by supporting undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni with their writing. 

Meet the Writing Consultants!

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Julian Carney

Hello, hello! I'm a junior majoring in Literature + Language with my minor in Environmental Sustainability Studies! I primarily focus on creative and environmental writing and in my free time, I love cooking and designing Magic: The Gathering cards. :)

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Chris Eastman

I am a 4th-year (and transfer) student, majoring in Social Work, minoring in Psychology, and doing Gender and Women’s Studies coursework. My specialties in writing are APA formatting, research, and poetry. I love advocacy work because I get to assist marginalized groups and argue with purpose.

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Lauren Sancrant

Hello! I am in my final year of undergraduate, with a bachelor’s in Strategic Communications: Public Relations and a minor in Journalism. I am also an accelerated graduate student transitioning to a master’s in Communications. My favorite genre/format of writing is personal statements and application writing. A fun fact about me is I am a student-athlete on the university’s Track and Field team.

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Bryce Snow

Hi! I am a 2nd-year English: Literature and Language major on the secondary education pathway with a minor in philosophy! My favorite genre of writing is personal narrative, though I do love a well-written essay, and I enjoy going to the movies and playing Stardew Valley!

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Ben Waters

I am a sophomore studying physics, with minors in mathematics and psychology. I love academic writing because of how satisfying it is to look at once finished. As a hobby, I do video editing and would love to help make a short film someday!

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Hudson Winslow

I am a 1st year student with a double major in English: Literature and Language and History. My favorite genre to read is high fantasy and, due to this, creative writing is my favorite form of writing. One of my largest goals is to be able to travel the world and learn about different histories and cultures.

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Madison Zarembski

I am a senior in my final year of the Elementary Education program, and my favorite form of writing is creative writing. Fun fact: I have a cat named Sparkles!   

Working at the Writing Center

If you are passionate about helping others on WMU’s campus, we’d love for you to join our team!

Interested candidates should display the following characteristics:

  • Knowledge of various writing conventions and effective strategies.
  • Commitment toward learning new techniques for aiding other writers.
  • Dedication to fostering a professional work environment for clients.
  • Sense of reliability and punctuality in attending shifts, meetings, etc.
  • Willingness to support and promote the mission of the Writing Center.

Eligibility

In order to work as a writing consultant in the Writing Center, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Must be enrolled, in good standing, at least half-time throughout the semester(s) or session(s) of employment:
    • Half-time undergraduate = 6 hours fall or spring, 3 hours summer I or summer II.
    • Half-time graduate = 3 hours fall or spring, 2 hours summer I or summer II.
  • Must possess U.S. employment eligibility documentation.
  • Must work no more than 25 hours per week for all WMU employment positions in fall and spring semesters, during breaks and periods of non-enrollment. Student employees may work less than 40 hours per week during summer I or summer II only.
    • Jobs in an American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees staffed operation are limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week, in accordance with the regulations set forth in article 1.1.3 of the 2009-2012 AFSCME and WMU Agreement.
    • International students work a maximum of 20 hours per week during mandatory enrollment periods, due to immigration regulations.
  • Must be responsible for reporting all campus jobs to all supervisors. Identify the department, supervisor, and the number of hours worked in each job.
 
 
 
 

Interested applicants should reach out to Alexa Nussio, Writing Center Program Manager, for an application.