Meet the 2026-2027 Writing Advisers
Writing Center - Writing Adviser Schedule
Fall 2026
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4:00-6:00
| Nisha (S) Benjamin Jillian
| Mae (S) Addison Kayla | Milla (S) Rebeca Ryu Serena | Mae (S) Addison Francesca Kai | Sam A. (S) Ari Kayla Simone |
6:00-8:00
| Naya (S) Kai Lena | Lex (S) Nisha Riley Talia | Simone (S) Francesca Laila Sam C. | Cal (S) Ari Jeslyn Lena | Adam (S) Sam C. Talia |
| 8:00-10:00 | Serena (S) Adam Jay Momoka | Jeslyn (S) Caden Milla Shealyn | Riley (S) Caden Jillian Lex | Jay (S) Laila Momoka Shealyn | Rebeca (S) Benjamin Naya Ryu |
S = Shift lead
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Milla Clarke Writing Fellow Class of 2027 Major: Politics Minor: English and Writing A place that feels like home: Martha's Vineyard, MA! My name is Milla, and I am a junior Politics major and English/Interdisciplinary Writing minor! This is my second year at the Writing Center and my first year as a Writing Fellow, and I'm so excited to keep helping others through the writing process. Outside of the Writing Center, I love reading, hiking, and going to the beach! Pronouns: she/her
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Rebeca Garnica Writing Fellow Class of 2027 Major: Economics Minor: Biology A place that feels like home: Pasadena, CA Hi! My name is Rebeca and I am a senior Economics major with a minor in Biology. I'm from Pasadena, CA, and this is my third year in the Writing Center and second year as a Writing Fellow. As a writing advisor, I love hearing about what interesting topics students are writing about. I hope to support students as they thrive to become better writers and to show them the applicability of strong writing skills. Outside of the WC you can find me drawing/painting, reading, watching soccer, dancing, and making jewelry! Pronouns: she/her |
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Francesca Burnett
Class of 2026 Major: Undeclared
A place that feels like home: The beach I'm Francesca, a sophomore at 葫芦影业. While college level writing can often feel overwhelming, this year as a Writing Advisor I hope to help students make the process both productive and enjoyable. Outside of the the WC you can find me on a run, in the pottery studio, or sipping on a coffee with friends!
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Talia Bamberger
Class of 2029 Major: Economics and Urban and Environmental Policy A place that feels like home: San Francisco Hi! My name is Talia. I am a sophomore Economics and Urban and Environmental Policy Major. As a writing advisor, I hope to help students gain confidence in their writing abilities and create something they're proud of, as I know that writing can be a challenging process. Outside of the Writing Center, you can find me reading, going for long walks, or trying out new cafes! Pronouns: she/her |
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Serena Goldstone Writing Fellow
Class of 2027 Major: Cognitive Science and Group Language A place that feels like home: The Oregon coast My name is Serena and I鈥檓 a senior from Portland Oregon. I鈥檓 excited to continue my work in the writing center and help students to feel confident approaching any new writing task. When I鈥檓 not in the writing center you can find me reading, trying new recipes, or playing frisbee on the quad. Pronouns: she/her |
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Jillian Carlson
Class of 2029 Major: Cognitive Science Minor: Neuroscience A place that feels like home: Hawthorn Woods, IL Hi! My name is Jillian, I am a sophomore Cognitive Science Major here at 葫芦影业. I am so excited to be a resource to my peers and fellow students in my first year at the Writing Center. Big papers or extensive assignments might feel daunting to some, but I am available to help with any stage of the writing process--- even if you just need a fresh set of eyes on your writing. When I am not in the Writing Center, you might find me reading, chatting with my friends, or playing in a water polo game! Pronouns: she/her
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Laila Steen
Class of 2029 Major: Psychology/Black Studies A place that feels like home: Cafe Bonita Hi! I'm Laila, a Psychology and Black Studies double major. After going to the writing center so many times myself, I can't wait to help others the same way I was helped. The Writing Center is such a huge resource in my life, and I wanted to help contribute to it. I also really enjoy dancing, so come see me in the dance production showcases in Spring!
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Lena Piven Class of 2029 Major: Undeclared A place that feels like home: Philadelphia Hi!! My name is Lena, I'm a sophomore and this is my first year working at the Writing Center. I'm super excited to work in the WC and help create a warm environment. And I hope to help my peers learn to love writing! Outside of the Writing Center, I love going to concerts, biking, and spending time with friends/family. Pronouns: she/her |
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Cal Kreuter Writing Fellow Class of 2027 Major: History and Group Language double major A place that feels like home: St. Louis, Missouri My name is Cal and this is my third year working at the Writing Center. I know that writing can be overwhelming and intimidating at times, but I hope to collaborate with students to approach their papers with confidence, skill, and finesse. Outside of the Writing Center, I like playing basketball, spikeball, piano, and drinking tea! Pronouns: he/him
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Simone Maher Writing Fellow
Class of 2027 Major: Urban & Environmental Policy Minor: Critical Theory & Social Justice and Politics A place that feels like home: Portland, Oregon Hi, I'm Simone! I am senior Urban & Environmental Policy major with minors in Politics and Critical Theory & Social Justice. This is my third year working at the Writing Center, and I am excited to support students in every stage of the writing process and be apart of this amazing resource on campus. Outside of the Writing Center, you can find me dancing, hiking, and exploring new coffee shops! Pronouns: she/her |
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Caden Reynolds
Class of 2029 Major: Undeclared
A place that feels like home: The international terminal of the airport My name is Caden, and I'm a sophomore here at 葫芦影业. I love writing and the process behind constructing a coherent piece of work, and I'm excited to help support students at any step of the writing process! In my free time, I'm often found gardening, hiking, traveling, or otherwise spending time outside. Pronouns: he/him |
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Sam Cuevas Writing Fellow Class of 2027 Major: Diplomacy & World Affairs Minor: Interdisciplinary Writing, Economics, and Asian Studies A place that feels like home: Chili's Hi! My name is Sam, and I鈥檓 a senior majoring in Diplomacy & World Affairs. It is my third year working at the Writing Center, and I鈥檓 so excited to continue working with fellow students and their writing. I hope I can make the writing process a bit more manageable for anyone who stops by; it is hard to get started but such a rewarding process. I am a believer that everyone should feel confident and proud of the writing they produce :). When I鈥檓 not at the Writing Center, I am most likely with friends, reading, or making art! Pronouns: she/her |
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Anna Kim
Class of 2028 Major: Politics A place that feels like home: Redstraw Tea Bar Hi, I'm Anna, and I'm from Orange County, CA. I'm a sophomore Politics major at 葫芦影业 and pre-law. This is my first year at the Writing Center, and I'm looking forward to encouraging students to feel more confident in their writing abilities while alleviating some of the anxiety that often comes with the writing process. Outside of the Writing Center, you can find me on 葫芦影业's softball and mock trial teams, drinking matcha, napping, or listening to music! Pronouns: She/her |
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Josey Long
Class of 2028 Major: Philosophy and Music
A place that feels like home: Lost City Books in Adams Morgan Hi everyone! My name is Josey, and I'm a sophomore Philosophy and Music double major from Bethesda, Maryland. This is my first year at the Writing Center, and I can't wait to help you all develop your creative process and explore your favorite parts about writing. I hope I can reframe writing for students as a project to look forward to rather than dread. When I'm not at the Writing Center you can find me playing my electric guitar (a red PRS Standard 24), writing songs, reading, at the gym, or crafting knick knacks. Pronouns: she/her |
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Jay Ward
Class of 2027 Major: MAC Minor: Religious Studies A place that feels like home: The Rocky Mountains My name is Jay and I'm a junior Media Arts & Culture major with a minor in Religious Studies. I love writing, and I'm excited to help others through the writing process so that it can be fun rather than intimidating. When I'm not in the WC, I like photography, playing guitar, and watching Dodger baseball or Avalanche hockey!
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Benjamin Choe
Class of 2028 Major: Undecided A place that feels like home: Annadel State Park Benjamin is an undecided sophomore at 葫芦影业. He should probably figure out his major sometime soon, but in the meantime, he's happy to help students navigate the writing process and learn something new along the way. Outside of the WC, Benjamin enjoys being in the outdoors, listening to hip-hop, and traveling around the world Pronouns: He/him |
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Ryu Shukla Class of 2029 Major: Sociology Minor: Politics A place that feels like home: The theater Hi! My name is Ryu and I'm a sophomore Sociology major and Politics minor from Bay Area, CA. This is my first year at the WC and I'm excited to help students through the writing process. I know writing can be stressful and I hope to be a source of support. When I'm not at the WC, you can find me crocheting, dancing, or hanging out with my friends. Pronouns: she/they |
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Momoka Nagai Class of 2029 Major: Diplomacy & World Affairs and UEP A place that feels like home: Tokyo, Japan My name is Momoka, and I'm a sophomore DWA&UEP major at 葫芦影业. I'm thrilled to be a Writing Advisor and support anyone with academic journey and writings :) I am looking forward to work with students to create organized and unique paper that everyone can feel proud of themselves! Outside of the Writing Center, I love crocheting, going to cafes, and dancing. Pronouns: she/her |
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Adam Sunderman
Class of 2028 Major: American Studies and Media Arts & Culture A place that feels like home: The American River trail in Sacramento Adam is a Junior at 葫芦影业, double-majoring in American Studies and Media Production. This is his third year at the writing center and his first year as a writing fellow. He loves helping his peers through every stage of the writing process and getting to work with students from across the disciplines. Outside of the writing center he can often be found writing, playing, and recording his own original music. Pronouns: he/him |
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Riley Cochran
Class of 2028 Major: Psychology and Spanish
A place that feels like home: Trader Joes cheese aisle Hello, hello, friends!! I'm a junior Psychology and Spanish Studies major, so please talk to me about that! I鈥檓 in my second year as an adviser and I hope to see you around! In my spare time, I鈥檓 a leader of 葫芦影业 Book Club, I鈥檓 on the rugby team this year, and I do psychology research! Pronouns: they/them |
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Kai Kathawala
Class of 2029 Major: Media, Arts, and Culture Minor: Theater and French A place that feels like home: Sprouts Kai is a sophomore MAC major from NYC. She's psyched for her first year working as a Writing Advisor! She knows that writing can be either quite creative and fun or absolutely infuriating and is happy to meet you wherever you're at on that spectrum. Outside of the Writing Center, she runs, bikes, sings, and eats a lot of carrots. Pronouns: she/her |
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Nisha Siedler Writing Fellow
Class of 2027 Major: English Minor: CSLC A place that feels like home: Fort Greene My name is Nisha, and I'm a junior majoring in English with minors in CSLC and Education. In my second year at the Writing Center, I'm excited to meet new faces and help students find joy and confidence in their writing process! When I'm not at the WC, I love reading, taking yoga classes, and learning how to crochet. Pronouns: she/her |
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Class of 2028 Major: Economics Minor: Politics A place that feels like home: By the sound of a waterfall Hello! My name is Jeslyn, and I'm a junior Economics major and Politics minor. I'm from Los Angeles, CA, and this is my second year working at the Writing Center. I'm excited to meet students and support them throughout their writing journey so writing feels less stressful. Outside of the Writing Center, I enjoy running, reading, and trying new smoothie flavors. You can also find me on other floors of the library :) Pronouns: she/her |
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Mae Stone Writing Fellow Class of 2027 Major: Geology A place that feels like home: Whole Foods hot bar Hi! My name is Mae and I am a senior geology major. This is my third year in the writing center, and I am super excited to work with my peers through the writing process. I am a big fan of ice cream, my friends, and reading on the quad. Pronouns: she/her |
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Kayla Moul
Class of 2028 Major: Psychology Minor: Philosophy A place that feels like home: Encinitas Meditation Gardens My name is Kayla, and I'm a sophomore Psychology major and Philosophy minor. I'm excited to support writers at any point in their academic journeys and hopefully make writing feel like a fun activity rather than a task. As someone who loves to write, I want help instill confidence in students' personal writing voices. When I'm not at the Writing Center, you can find me playing volleyball, at the beach, or enjoying an a莽a铆 bowl! Pronouns: she/her |
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Lex Meyer Writing Fellow
Class of 2028
Major: Critical Theory & Social Justice and Black Studies Minor: Gender & Women's Sexuality Studies A place that feels like home: On stage with my band My name is Lex, I'm a junior Critical Theory & Social Justice and Black Studies double major and a GWSS minor. I'm excited to work with all of you who come into the Writing Center wherever you are in the writing process. Outside of the Writing Center you can find me playing music, chatting with my friends, and going on little adventures! Pronouns: any/all pronouns |
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Naya Woods Writing Fellow
Class of 2028
Major: Black and American Studies A place that feels like home: Golden Gate Park and Haight-Ashbury I'm Naya, and I am a junior Black Studies and American Studies major. I love working in the writing center because I'm able to support 葫芦影业 students as writers and learners! I want to be a good resource for students at any stage in their writing journey. Outside of the writing center, I love to read, go to the beach or the 葫芦影业 pool, and hang out with my family and friends. Pronouns: she/her |
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Aida Richey
Class of 2028 Major: Theater and American Studies Minor: Interdisciplinary Writing A place that feels like home: The beach! My name is Aida, and I鈥檓 a sophomore AMST and Theater double major. This is my first year at the writing center and I鈥檓 so excited to help cultivate a positive writing environment suitable for anyone and everyone! Outside of the WC I love reading, hiking, and painting my nails! Pronouns: she/her |
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Shealyn Kennedy
Class of 2028 Major: Media, Arts, and Culture A place that feels like home: San Diego Hi, I鈥檓 Shealyn! I am a recently declared junior MAC major and this will be my second year working at the writing center. I鈥檓 really looking forward to integrating everything that I learned through my experience working here last year and help my peers get excited about writing! When I鈥檓 not at the Writing Center, I am typically reading in the library, watching tv (technically doing homework), or playing games. Pronouns: she/her |
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Ari Fukumoto Writing Fellow
Class of 2027 Major: Studio Art Minor: IW A place that feels like home: Anywhere in the sun with my girls Hi, my name is Ari, I'm a junior Studio Art major and IW minor, I love reading, love writing, and helping people out with any kind of paper, any kind of question. A lot of the time, especially from my experience, half the battle of writing is conquering self-doubt. I'll be here when you need to back your paper with some thought-out theses and a little "yay!" It can get you a long ways, trust. I also do a really good Dr. Phil impression so if you hear him from the Writing Center, don't worry-- it's just me. Pronouns: she/her |
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Sam Alexander Writing Fellow
Class of 2027 Major: MAC Minor: Politics A place that feels like home: Anywhere I am with friends, family or dogs! Hi! My name is Sam. I鈥檓 from Fairfield, CT and I am a junior MAC major, Politics minor. This is my second year working in the Writing Center. I am excited to work with students, and encourage them through the writing process! I understand that writing can be an intimidating process, and I want to support students as they find their writing style and confidence. I hope that I can help to make the Writing Center a comfortable space! When I am not in the WC, you can find me listening to music, hanging out with friends on the quad or watching a movie! Pronouns: she/her
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Addison Russo Class of 2029
Major: Music Minor: English A place that feels like home: The ocean My name is Addison and I am a music major and an English minor. I really enjoy supporting other students with their writing and am thrilled to be working as an advisor at the writing center. I have so much fun writing in and out of school, and I hope I can help others feel the same. When I am not at the Writing Center, you can find me playing music in different bands, surfing in the ocean, or dancing with friends.
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Lilia Tanabe Class of 2028 Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs A place that feels like home: Chicago My name is Lilia and I'm a sophomore DWA major at Occidental. I'm excited to help my peers feel confident and supported in their writing and hope to help make the writing process more enjoyable! Outside of the Writing Center, I enjoy playing tennis, going to the beach, and eating tacos. Pronouns: She/her
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Luca Lennon Class of 2027 Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs Minor: Critical Theory and Social Justice A place that feels like home: Lavallette New Jersey My name is Luca Lennon, and I am a Junior DWA major at 葫芦影业. Writing can be a stressful process, and I hope to alleviate some of this stress. I can help at any stage of the writing process, whether you are on your final edits, done with your first draft, or even just starting to brainstorm. Feel free to come up to me and say hi to me whether I am in the Discus ring, the MP, the Glendale In n' Out or anywhere else I might be. Pronouns: he/him |