Writing Advisers

Madeleine Hladky

Writing Fellow

Class of 2026

Major: English

Minor: Religious Studies

A place that feels like home: Portland, Maine 

Hi! My name is Madeleine, and I am a Junior English major at Oxy. Writing can be stressful sometimes, but I am here to support others wherever they are in the writing process. I hope that I can help others feel more confident in their writing and hopefully even enjoy the process! When I am not in the Writing Center, I enjoy reading, cooking, and spending time with friends.

Pronouns: she/her

Nora Youngelson

Writing Fellow

Class of 2026

Major: Comparative Studies in Literature & Culture Minor: French

A place that feels like home: Prospect Park

My name is Nora, and I am a junior CSLC major and French minor. I know that writing (especially the first few steps) can be a daunting task, so I hope to be a source of support for you all. My ultimate goal is to help you become more confident in your writing! When I am not at the Writing Center, you can find me throwing a frisbee, running, or listening to music (maybe even all three at the same time!).

Olivia Correia

Writing Fellow

Class of 2026

Major: American Studies

Minor: Black Studies 

A place that feels like home: Bear Valley, CA

My name is Olivia and I’m a junior American Studies major and Black Studies minor at Oxy. I’m excited to be back on campus after being away on Campaign Semester last fall! This will be my first semester working as a Writing Fellow, and I’m excited to grow and learn throughout the spring while working with students. When I’m not at the Writing Center, you can find me running around the Rose Bowl or climbing at The Post in Pasadena.

Lyn Strober-Cohen

Writing Fellow

Class of 2026

Major: American Studies

Minor: Black Studies 

A place that feels like home: Seattle, WA 

My name is Lyn, and I'm a Junior American Studies major with a minor in Black Studies. I am so excited to work at the Writing Center and help my peers with their writing projects. Outside the Writing Center, you can find me sporting a cool pair of sunglasses, drinking an iced coffee from the Green Bean, or chatting with friends on the quad.

Pronouns: they/them

 Hanna Lou Rathouz

Writing Fellow 

Class of 2026

Major: English

Minor: History

A place that feels like home: Austin, Texas

Hi everyone! My name is Hanna Lou and I'm a junior English major and History minor at Oxy. This is my second year in the Writing Center and first year as a Writing Fellow. I'm looking forward to chatting with students when they come in to meet with me and helping students impress their professors with fantastic papers! When I'm not at the Writing Center I love to lay out in the sun, read, and laugh with my friends. See you around :)

Ella Acker

Writing Fellow

Class of 2025

Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs 

Minor: Spanish Studies

A place that feels like home:  Anywhere with my friends :)

Hello hello! My name is Ella Acker and this is my third year working at the Writing Center and second year working as a Writing Fellow. Writing has always brought me so much joy and I hope to share that joy with everyone during my sessions. My goal for all students coming to the Writing Center is that they can feel comfortable during their time there and confident in their personal writing abilities after their time there. When I'm not in the Writing Center, you can find me playing lacrosse, hanging out with friends, and perfecting my breakfast sandwich making skills.

Kincaid Fries

Class of 2026

Writing Fellow

Major: Computer Science and Economics

A place that feels like home: Sofia, Bulgaria

My name is Kincaid, and this is my second year working in the writing center, but my first working as a writing fellow! I understand that everybody feels differently about writing, but to me, the best writing is built on ideas that the writer themself finds the most compelling. I am looking forward to helping you tap into those ideas to write great papers. Outside the WC I enjoy sports and trying new restaurants.

Pronouns: He/Him

Marina Marcus

Class of 2025

Writing Fellow

Major:  English

Minor: Politics & Interdisciplinary Writing

A place that feels like home: The Adirondacks <3

My name is Marina and I'm a senior English major at Oxy this year. This is my third year at the Writing Center and I'm excited to continue helping and getting to know everyone who comes in! Writing can be so stressful, but I love it and I hope I can help you love it too. Outside of the Writing Center you can find me at the Oxy pool, reading, or eating a bagel

Pronouns: she/her

Milla Clarke

Class of 2027

Major:  Politics

A place that feels like home: Martha's Vineyard, MA!

Hi! My name is Milla, and I am a Sophomore Politics major and Writing minor from the South Shore of Massachusetts. This is my first year in the Writing Center, I am so excited to meet and work with you all! When I’m not in the WC, I love reading, going to the beach, and hanging out with friends!

Pronouns: she/her

Cadence Wanner

Class of 2025

Major: Group Language 

Minor: Cognitive Science 

A place that feels like home: Los Angeles

Hi, i’m Cadence! I’m a senior Group Lang major and it is my second year at the Writing Center. You might find me making beaded jewelry at the Writing Center when I am not in a session. When I’m not working, I’m probably watching Gravity Falls. I’m really excited to work with everyone!

Pronouns: she/her

Hayden Brown

Class of 2026

Writing Fellow

Major: CSLC

A place that feels like home: Nickelodeon Universe

My name is Hayden and I'm a junior CSLC major. This is my second year at the writing center and first year as a Writing Fellow! Coming into college, writing assignments seemed daunting and I was good at procrastinating. At the Writing Center I hope to make every step of the writing process more approachable and to support students at any confidence level. Outside of the WC I love to eat, watch movies, and sew.

Pronouns: he/him

Rebeca Garnica

Class of 2027

Major:  Economics

Minor:  Biology

A place that feels like home: Pasadena, CA

Hi! My name is Rebeca and I am a sophomore Economics major with a minor in Biology. I'm from Pasadena, CA, and this is my first year working at the Writing Center. As a writing advisor, I am most looking forward to hearing about what interesting topics students are writing about. I hope to support students as they thrive to become better writers and to build their confidence in their writing skills. Outside of the WC you can find me designing clothes, reading, watching MMA or soccer, dancing, hanging out with my three cats, and making jewelry!

Pronouns: she/her

Jazzy Chhabria

Class of 2026

Writing Fellow

Major: Politics & Economics

A place that feels like home: Laguna Beach, California

Hi everyone! I'm Jazzy, a Junior from Orange County. I am a Politics and Economics double major, on the pre-law track. This year is my second year in the Writing Center and my first year as a Writing Fellow. I'm looking forward to supporting and encouraging students through all stages of the writing process. Because the Writing Center has been such a great resource for me, I hope I can help make it one for you too! Outside of the Writing Center, I love: concerts, thrifting, my plants, and coffee from the Green Bean (my favorite drinks are the caramel macchiato and matcha latte).

Pronouns: she/her

Josh Foster

Class of 2025

Major: History

Minor: MAC & French Studies

A place that feels like home:  Portland, Oregon

My name is Josh, and I’m a senior from Portland, OR. I am excited to help my peers do their best work, and I hope to make meaningful connections in each of my sessions. If I’m not at the Writing Center, I’ll probably be jamming on the piano in Haines, working on a comedy sketch in the library, or trying a new restaurant with friends.

Pronouns: he/him

Giannna Nguyen

Class of 2026

Major: UEP

Minor: Interdisciplinary Writing & Asian Studies

A place that feels like home: Anywhere that I can lie down and sleep

Gianna is a junior UEP major and Interdisciplinary Writing minor. They are excited to be returning for their second year at the Writing Center and to continue supporting students in their writing endeavors. They hope to assist students in discovering what writing process works best for them and make writing papers more enjoyable. When they're not at the Writing Center, you can find Gianna somewhere out there reading, junk journaling, or playing Pikmin Bloom!

Pronouns: they/he/she

Sam Cuevas

Class of 2027

Major: Diplomacy & World Affairs

A place that feels like home: Los Angeles

Hi! My name is Sam Cuevas, and I am a sophomore majoring in Diplomacy and World Affairs. It will be my first year working at the Writing Center, and I am very excited to begin my time working here! This past year I loved helping my friends out with their writing assignments, and I hope I can make the writing process a bit more manageable for anyone who stops by. When I’m not working at the Writing Center, I am most likely listening to music, reading, or hanging out with my friends!

Pronouns: She/her

Ari Fukumoto

Class of 2027

Major: Studio Art and English

A place that feels like home: Sandy's Beach in Oahu, Hawaii

I'm Ari and I'm double majoring in Studio Art and English. I hope I can help people get excited for writing and the new ideas they get to learn! Writing can seem tedious but there is always something in the process that you can find meaning and wonder in, trust. I love going on whimsical adventures, finding treasures, and looking at the moon. Hope to see you soon...

Pronouns: She/her

Margaret Seaney

Class of 2025

Writing Fellow

Major: Comparative Studies in Literature & Culture

Minor: Politics and Interdisciplinary Writing

A place that feels like home: Snoqualmie Ice Cream

My name is Margaret and I am a senior CSLC major with a politics and Interdisciplinary Writing double minor. I’m super excited for my third year in the Writing Center, and second year as a Writing Fellow! My favorite part of working at the Writing Center is building community with my peers and building confidence through writing. When I’m not at the Writing Center, you can find me reading, exploring LA, watching movies, or hanging out with my friends. I hope I get to work with you soon!!

Pronouns: she/her

Jay Ward 

Class of 2027

Major: MAC

Minor: Religious Studies

A place that feels like home: The Rocky Mountains

My name is Jay Ward, and I'm a sophomore from Loveland, Colorado. I'm planning to major in Media Arts and Culture, 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 exciting rather than intimidating. When I'm not in the Writing Center, I like taking photos, playing guitar, and watching Dodgers baseball!

Pronouns: He/him

Sofia Lauro

Class of 2025

Major: Comparitive Studies in Literature & Culture

Minor: German and CTSJ

A place that feels like home: Muddy Paw

Hi there! I'm Sofia and I'm a senior studying CSLC, going into my second year working at the WC. Writing is my favorite part of my major and one of the things I'm most passionate about, so I look forward to working with you all to help you feel confident about your work. I love to work with students through every part of the writing process, and to guide your writing towards the act of self-expression that it is. Outside of the WC I love to experiment with making coffee, go on long walks and listen to metal.

Pronouns: any pronouns

Emma Sindel-Dempcy

Class of 2026

Major: UEP

A place that feels like home: Seattle

My name is Emma and I'm a Junior Urban and Environmental Policy major. I'm excited to be a support for my fellow students and help people build confidence in their writing skills! Outside of the Writing Center, I enjoy going on adventures with friends, playing rugby, and taking fun movement classes (I started taking some aerial silks and pole dancing classes this past summer!).

Pronouns: she/her

Sam Alexander

Class of 2027

Major: MAC

Minor: Economics

A place that feels like home:  Anywhere that I can watch a movie with my friends

Hi! My name is Sam. I’m from Fairfield, CT and I am a sophomore MAC major. This is my first year working in the Writing Center. I am excited to work with students, and encourage them through the writing process! I understand the intimidating aspects of writing, 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 or watching a movie!

Pronouns: she/her

Grace Gonsalves

Class of 2025

Major: Sociology

Minor:  English and Interdisciplinary Writing

A place that feels like home:  Pacific Beach

As I wrote in my first ever profile of myself in second-grade, “Grace Gonsalves is the person I am” (insert crying laughing emoji, upside down face emoji). While I am from the Bay Area (Walnut Creek, CA), I have spent a lot of time in both Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA, so I consider myself a “city girl” not a “suburbanite.” I have always been a writer, and I am very much still my child self who playing on typewriters, highlighting in my books, camping and being a camp counselor, and swimming incessantly in any body of water nearby. I am a junior year transfer student new to the writing center this year, and I am very excited to be here. Catch me if you can!

Pronouns: she/her

Alphonse Wan

Class of 2026

Major: Comparative Studies in Literature & Culture and Asian Studies

A place that feels like home: In words and art

Hi! My name is Alphonse, and I’m a Junior CSLC and Asian Studies double major. I love writing and have poured my being into creative fiction, poems, and expository essays. Simultaneously, I have first-hand experience with the frustration of writing, where words seem to cobble up and collapse into an intelligible mess. Thus it is my wish that I can help make the writing process less daunting and frustrating, and even help students get excited about writing as a medium of self-expression! Outside of the Writing Center, I love dancing, watching anime, doodling, and journaling.

Pronouns: he/they

Jackson Lewellen

Class of 2026

Major:  Sociology

Minor: History and GWSS

A place that feels like home:  The Presidio in San Francisco

Hello everyone! My name is Jackson, and I'm a junior Sociology major, minoring in History and GWSS. I love reading social theory and history books, and I will gab with anyone about theory if you ask me! In my free time I love to make music, teach and play tennis, and walk around our beautiful neighborhood :)

Pronouns: he/they

Mikayla Woods

Class of 2025

Writing Fellow

Major: American Studies and Black Studies

Minor: English

A place that feels like home: Cannon Beach, Oregon

Mikayla is a senior, and a third year writing advisor from San Francisco, CA. She is extremely excited to begin her time at the Writing Center, to assist her peers in their academic needs. Mikayla loves to read and write, so she can’t wait to bring her passion for learning to the Writing Center. In her free time Mikayla enjoys playing soccer, reading a good book, cuddling up with her dog, and traveling with her best friend.

Pronouns: she/her

Nisha Siedler

Class of 2027

Major:  English

Minor:  CSLC

A place that feels like home: Fort Greene

Hi! My name is Nisha, and I'm a sophomore English major and a potential CSLC minor from Brooklyn, NY. This is my first year as a writing advisor, so I am very excited to meet new people and learn from what they have to say through their writing! When I'm not at the WC, I love to read books, go on runs with my friends, and thrift cute clothes.

Pronouns: she/her

Cal Kreuter

Class of 2027

Major: History

Minor: Spanish

A place that feels like home: St. Louis, Missouri

Hi everyone, I'm Cal and I'm a sophomore History major from St. Louis, Missouri. No matter which stage of the writing process you're in or your prior writing experiences, I'm super excited to work with you to improve your writing. Outside of the Writing Center, I love playing intramural basketball, spikeball, practicing piano, and eating Wingstop. I look forward to collaborating with you all this school year!

Pronouns: he/him

Henry Kinskey

Class of 2025

Writing Fellow

Major: History 

Minor: Geology and LLAS

A place that feels like home: Lake Washington

My name is Henry, I am a Senior History Major. Writing for me has always been a collaborative experience; I can’t remember a time when my writing has ever improved in a vacuum. To that end, I look forward to working with my peers to improve our skills together, while sharing the knowledge and love for writing I’ve gained here at Oxy. When I am not at the WC I am usually outside, trail running, climbing, or taking a nap out in nature.

Pronouns: They/Them

Serena Goldstone

Class of 2027

Major: Cognitive Science

A place that feels like home: The Oregon coast

Hi everyone! My name is Serena and I'm a cognitive science major from Portland, Oregon. However you feel about writing, I'm excited to work with you and be there to support in any stage of the writing process. When I'm not in the writing center I love to read, play frisbee for Oxy, and eat fruit.

Pronouns: she/her

Luca Lennon

Class of 2027

Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs

Minor: Critical Theory and Social Justice

A place that feels like home:  The Jersey Shore

Hi my name is Luca, and I am a DWA major from Chicago. I am a Sophomore at Oxy, and I am ecstatic to be working at the writing center this year! Writing any kind of paper can be a frustrating process regardless of what stage you are at, but I hope to provide clarity and understanding to your assignments! Feel free to say hi to me whether I am in the discus ring, at the mp or, anywhere you might see me. I love surfing, listening to music (I'm a big Beabadoobee fan), watching Pacific Rim, and exploring neighborhoods around Eagle Rock!

Pronouns: he/him

Sophia Celi

Class of 2026

Major: Critical Theory & Social Justice

A place that feels like home: My mom’s couch during the holidays

I’m Sophia, a third year who loves words, dance, Big Sur, and Swiss cheese. I believe that writing is a collaborative, creative, and, frankly, sometimes forced process; I’m here to help revive writing that feels like overkill, and alleviate transitions between funky concepts and clear language. When not working, you might spot me in the dance studio or sprawled out in the grass. Feel free to stop by the Writing Center to deliberate cheese and literature!

Pronouns: she/her

Sophie Prado-Tucker

Class of 2025

Writing Fellow

Major: History & Art History

Minor: Asian Studies

A place that feels like home:  Buoux, Provence

My name is Sophie, and I'm a senior History and Art History major at Oxy. I'm so excited to be working with students in my second year at the Writing Center. I hope to share my love of writing while also helping students ensure that their papers reflect their amazing ideas. Outside of the WC, I also work as a peer tutor for the Art History department, serve as president of the History Society, and enjoy cooking in my free time.

Pronouns: she/her

Mae Stone

Class of 2027

Major: Geology

A place that feels like home:  Trader Joe's frozen food aisle

Hi! My name is Mae and I am a sophomore geology major from Austin. I am super excited to help writers at any stage of their process, from brainstorming to final edits. When I'm not in the writing center you can find me photosynthesizing on the quad, playing rugby, or reading a book!  

Pronouns: she/her