Writing Center tutors are students selected on the basis of their strong writing and interpersonal skills. They take a semester-long course in composition theory and tutoring practice before becoming tutors. In addition to tutoring, they visit classes to talk about the services provided by the Writing Center, and they assist faculty in classroom writing workshops and peer-editing sessions.
Tutor | Major/Minor/Areas | Biography | Tutor Development |
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Ella Layton (they/them) |
Africana Studies | I am from Lancaster, PA! I love reading, editing, and suggesting other people's work. Both in my academics and in my free time I enjoy reading poetry and prose, watching films, and working on creative projects of my own | |
Anna Robison |
American Studies (minor) |
Hello! As an English major with an American Studies minor, I love analyzing and talking about anything to do with pop culture and/or narrative. Outside of my Dickinson life, I like to cook, read, use the treadmill, and listen to music (preferably something that I can lip-synch over-dramatically). And of course, I love learning new things and talking about writing, so please stop by the Writing Center anytime!
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*Science Communication *Research and Information Literacy *Second Language Writing |
Minal Saldivar (SO) (she/her) |
American Studies | ||
Perseus Baylis (SO) | ARTH minor | ||
Fiona Orrok |
ARTH (studio art) |
I am a double major in studio art and education from New Jersey. In addition to being a tutor, I am also involved with MOB, challah for hunger, and KDP. I also love to read, bake, and paint! I am looking forward to working with you all!
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Claire Dougherty (she/her) |
Biology | I am an English major and biology minor, so I have experience with lab reports in addition to humanities-based writing. I am also part of the Dickinson Review, so I have evaluated creative writing pieces. | *Research and Information Literacy |
Marlow Reimert (SO) | Chemistry | *Science Communication | |
Alexandria Brown (she/her) |
Computer Science | I am from Myerstown, PA. I am a computer science major and an English minor. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing board games, and cooking. I am happy to help with any kind of writing you might be working on! Hope to see you in the writing center!" | |
Mayzee Paleveda | Creative Writing | I am an English Major and Creative Writing Minor. I love to read and write in my free time, but I also enjoy a lot of video games. I love reading what others write as much as I love writing my own material, so feel free to bring anything to me in the writing center! | |
Lyss Ricciardi (he/him) |
Creative Writing | I have a bit of a background in journalism as well! I have a pretty even split of experience between research papers and humanities papers, and I’m down to help out with any kind of writing you might bring in! | |
Claire Raesly (she/her) |
Data Analytics |
Hi everyone! I am a data analytics and environmental science double major from Frostburg, MD. In addition to working in the writing center and being an Eco-Rep, I love doing anything outside (hiking, biking, camping, etc). Please feel free to reach out or schedule a tutoring session!
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*Science Communication |
Ben Warren (he/him) |
Data Analytics | Hey all, I'm a junior from Wynnewood, PA majoring in data analytics with a minor in history. I've taken courses at Dickinson in a ton of other departments too (including history, Spanish, political science, africana studies, English, and computer science). I also write and edit for The Dickinsonian, work at the Center for Sustainability Education, and play club baseball. Come by for writing help on anything and everything! | *Rethinking Gendered Care work in the Writing Center *Research and Information Literacy |
David Whitmer | Data Analytics |
Hi! I'm David. I love fitness. And after graduation, I'll be entering the field of consulting.
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Fiona Orrok (she/her) |
Educational Studies |
I am a double major in studio art and education from New Jersey. In addition to being a tutor, I am also involved with MOB, challah for hunger, and KDP. I also love to read, bake, and paint! I am looking forward to working with you all!
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Carmen Rafalli (he/they) |
Educational Studies |
Hey y'all! I'm Carmen, and I study theatre and education because I'm just a silly little guy :3 More seriously, though, I chose those two majors because I'm really interested in different ways I can reach and communicate with people effectively to change their way of thinking or just improve their life in general. Outside of that, I'm really into music, and my favorite artists right now are Doechii, Beyonce, and Tove Lo.
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Vanessa Abraham (she/her) |
English | *Rethinking Gendered Care work in the Writing Center *Second Language Writing |
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Perseus Baylis (SO) | English | ||
Alexandria Brown (she/her) |
English (minor) | I am from Myerstown, PA. I am a computer science major and an English minor. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing board games, and cooking. I am happy to help with any kind of writing you might be working on! Hope to see you in the writing center!" | |
Patrick Caffrey (he/him) |
English | ||
Claire Dougherty (she/her) |
English | I am an English major and biology minor, so I have experience with lab reports in addition to humanities-based writing. I am also part of the Dickinson Review, so I have evaluated creative writing pieces. | *Research and Information Literacy |
Paige Gelhar |
English | I’m from Durham, Maine. I’m thinking of a Spanish or creative writing minor, but haven’t decided yet. Most of my experience is with humanities classes, of course, but I’m excited to help with any subject and learn something new! | |
Ella Layton (they/them) |
English | I am from Lancaster, PA! I love reading, editing, and suggesting other people's work. Both in my academics and in my free time I enjoy reading poetry and prose, watching films, and working on creative projects of my own | |
Mayzee Paleveda | English | I am an English Major and Creative Writing Minor. I love to read and write in my free time, but I also enjoy a lot of video games. I love reading what others write as much as I love writing my own material, so feel free to bring anything to me in the writing center! | |
Anna Robison (she/her) |
English |
Hello! As an English major with an American Studies minor, I love analyzing and talking about anything to do with pop culture and/or narrative. Outside of my Dickinson life, I like to cook, read, use the treadmill, and listen to music (preferably something that I can lip-synch over-dramatically). And of course, I love learning new things and talking about writing, so please stop by the Writing Center anytime!
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*Science Communication *Research and Information Literacy *Second Language Writing |
Anna Wendel (she/her) |
English |
I'm a senior English major from Yardley, Pennsylvania. I have worked as a WA and as a Research Associate for the writing center. I love Victorian social fiction and classical music, and I enjoy baking, journaling and embroidering in my spare time. I love having conversations about writing across disciplines, so feel free to book an appointment or reach out with any questions!
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*Science Communication |
David Whitmer | English |
Hi! I'm David. I love fitness. And after graduation, I'll be entering the field of consulting.
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Claire Raesly (she/her) |
Environmental Science |
Hi everyone! I am a data analytics and environmental science double major from Frostburg, MD. In addition to working in the writing center and being an Eco-Rep, I love doing anything outside (hiking, biking, camping, etc). Please feel free to reach out or schedule a tutoring session!
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*Science Communication |
Rowan Curry (she/they) |
Environmental Studies |
Hello! My name's Rowan and I'm an Environmental Studies major and am completing a Food Studies certificate. I'm from just outside of Pittsburgh, PA. I attended a performing arts high school where I specialized in Media Arts. I didn't discover my love of writing until my sophomore year of high school, but I'm so glad I did and now get to help people develop their writing skills! Outside of the MWC, I dance with Dance Theatre Group and work at a Girl Scout summer camp.
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*Science Communication |
Anna Wendel (she/her) |
French and Francophone Studies (minor |
I'm a senior English major from Yardley, Pennsylvania. I have worked as a WA and as a Research Associate for the writing center. I love Victorian social fiction and classical music, and I enjoy baking, journaling and embroidering in my spare time. I love having conversations about writing across disciplines, so feel free to book an appointment or reach out with any questions!
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*Science Communication *Rethinking Gendered Care work in the Writing Center |
Theo Meany (he/him) |
History |
Hello! I'm a history major from northern NJ interested in philosophy and music. Outside of what I do in the writing center, I love playing music, being a part of theatre, and doing martial arts. I look forward to working with you all in the writing center!
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Emilio Gurany (he/him) |
History | Hey guys! I am from York, PA. I am passionate about these subjects and more than happy to help with any papers on these two. I am also a huge soccer fan, and I love listening to and playing classic and alt rock. Feel free to come and have a chat with me! I look forward to working with you all in the MWC | |
Ben Warren (he/him) |
History (minor) | Hey all, I'm a junior from Wynnewood, PA majoring in data analytics with a minor in history. I've taken courses at Dickinson in a ton of other departments too (including history, Spanish, political science, africana studies, English, and computer science). I also write and edit for The Dickinsonian, work at the Center for Sustainability Education, and play club baseball. Come by for writing help on anything and everything! | *Rethinking Gendered Care work in the Writing Center *Research and Information Literacy |
Lyss Ricciardi (he/him) |
Italian (minor) | I have a bit of a background in journalism as well! I have a pretty even split of experience between research papers and humanities papers, and I’m down to help out with any kind of writing you might bring in! | |
Lola Babich (she/her) |
Latin American, Latinx & Caribbean Studies |
I’m from Los Angeles, California and I really enjoy live music, cooking and talking to my sister on the phone. I love getting to know new people and making connections with those around me, and look forward to connecting with the greater population of writers at Dickinson through the MWC!
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Fatima Valseca Aldana |
Law and Policy |
Hello! I was born in Guatemala raised in Los Angeles CA! I am a political science major but take classes in all kind of departments ranging from humanities to stem. My goal is to attend law school after graduating from Dickinson. I love being able to work at the writing center and help students with all different types of writing. I am part of CCLA, The Dickinsonian, and Latina Discussion Group! I also like to play tennis and I have a wiener dog named Ova!
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Patrick Caffrey (he/him) |
Middle East Studies | ||
Alexander Rojek (he/him) |
Middle East Studies (Arabic minor) | I am a first-generation college student studying in preparation for a joint Ph.D./J.D. program. I speak Polish, Mandarin, and Arabic at the intermediate level and I am passionate about current affairs, politics, literature, and chemistry. | |
Emilio Gurany (he/him) |
Music | Hey guys! I am from York, PA. I am passionate about these subjects and more than happy to help with any papers on these two. I am also a huge soccer fan, and I love listening to and playing classic and alt rock. Feel free to come and have a chat with me! I look forward to working with you all in the MWC | |
Milo Newman |
Philosophy | ||
Alexander Rojek (he/him) |
Philosophy | I am a first-generation college student studying in preparation for a joint Ph.D./J.D. program. I speak Polish, Mandarin, and Arabic at the intermediate level and I am passionate about current affairs, politics, literature, and chemistry. | |
Vanessa Friedman (she/they) |
Political Science |
Hi! I’m a senior WGSS and Political Science major and Spanish minor, and I’m from northeast Ohio. Outside of the writing center, I’m the President of Hypnotic Dance Crew, and one of my hobbies is playing DnD with my friends. As a tutor, I have experience with writing and research methods in humanities fields (especially my majors), and I have been a WA for two First Year Seminars and a Writing in the Disciplines course. I am happy to help with writing from any subject!
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Barrett Riley (SO) |
Political Science | ||
Zoe Selig (she/her) |
Political Science |
Hi! I’m a sophomore from New Hampshire majoring in Political Science. I’ve also taken a ton of classes in American Studies, plus some in Africana Studies, WGSS, history, and more. Outside of the writing center, I’m involved in Dickinson Votes, activism, and theater tech. I’m excited to work with you on any subject in the MWC!
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Fatima Valseca Aldana (she/her) |
Political Science |
Hello! I was born in Guatemala raised in Los Angeles CA! I am a political science major but take classes in all kind of departments ranging from humanities to stem. My goal is to attend law school after graduating from Dickinson. I love being able to work at the writing center and help students with all different types of writing. I am part of CCLA, The Dickinsonian, and Latina Discussion Group! I also like to play tennis and I have a wiener dog named Ova!
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Kathleen Donovan (she/her) |
Psychology | Hi! I am a Psychology major and a French minor from Chapel Hill, NC. I love working with all types of writing, but especially history, English, and obviously psychology! I have special training in research and information literally too. I look forward to working and learning together! | *Research and Information Literacy |
Mina Grady (she/her) |
Psychology | ||
Lyss Ricciardi (he/him) |
Psychology | Hi there! I'm from Long Island, New York, and I'm a Psychology major and Italian/Creative Writing minor here at Dickinson. I've always enjoyed writing, be it for pleasure, for research papers, or for more humanities-focused courses. Outside of writing, most of my interests lie in performance! I'm a member of Hypnotic and the Mermaid Players. I look forward to working with you all at the MWC! |
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Josie Wertz (she/her) |
Psychology | ||
Thu Nguyen
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Quantitative Economics | Hi all! I go by Thu or Kris, whichever is fine. I'm a Quantitative Econ major with a hopeful minor in German. My home is in the lovely city of Saigon, Vietnam. I'm looking forward to assisting writers at any stage of the writing process! I love old rock music and getting messy with arts and crafts, and I'm also involved with the Trout Gallery. Come by and chat with me about writing! | *Science Communication |
Imyeong Alice Park |
Quantitative Economics |
Annyeong, hola, and hello! As a trilingual storyteller who has lived in various countries, I’m moved by the beauty and power of language. Along with a quantitative background, I’m also an experienced teacher in second language education, motivated by the mission of decolonizing the teaching of writing. Writing is a beautiful tool as much as it’s political, and I’m excited to help you explore it.
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Emily Poland (she/her) |
Sociology | *Research and Information Literacy *Rethinking Gendered Care work in the Writing Center |
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Lola Babich (she/her) |
Spanish and Portuguese |
I’m from Los Angeles, California and I really enjoy live music, cooking and talking to my sister on the phone. I love getting to know new people and making connections with those around me, and look forward to connecting with the greater population of writers at Dickinson through the MWC!
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Imyeong Park |
Spanish |
Annyeong, hola, and hello! As a trilingual storyteller who has lived in various countries, I’m moved by the beauty and power of language. Along with a quantitative background, I’m also an experienced teacher in second language education, motivated by the mission of decolonizing the teaching of writing. Writing is a beautiful tool as much as it’s political, and I’m excited to help you explore it.
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Carmen Rafalli (he/they) |
Theatre and Dance |
Hey y'all! I'm Carmen, and I study theatre and education because I'm just a silly little guy :3 More seriously, though, I chose those two majors because I'm really interested in different ways I can reach and communicate with people effectively to change their way of thinking or just improve their life in general. Outside of that, I'm really into music, and my favorite artists right now are Doechii, Beyonce, and Tove Lo.
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Vanessa Friedmann (she/they) |
Women's,Gender and Sexuality Studies |
Hi! I’m a senior WGSS and Political Science major and Spanish minor, and I’m from northeast Ohio. Outside of the writing center, I’m the President of Hypnotic Dance Crew, and one of my hobbies is playing DnD with my friends. As a tutor, I have experience with writing and research methods in humanities fields (especially my majors), and I have been a WA for two First Year Seminars and a Writing in the Disciplines course. I am happy to help with writing from any subject!
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*AI in Writing |
Ella Layton (they/them) |
Women's,Gender and Sexuality Studies (minor) | I am from Lancaster, PA! I love reading, editing, and suggesting other people's work. Both in my academics and in my free time I enjoy reading poetry and prose, watching films, and working on creative projects of my own |