Meet the Staff

Our staff consists of tutors and professionals from a wide range of disciplines. We are passionate about writing and are committed to providing you with the guidance and help you need.

Student Coordinators

	Lilly Bassett, she/her Data Science, Professional Writing Lilly is a senior pursuing a major in Data Science and a minor in Professional Writing. She can help with any stage of the writing process, but particularly enjoys brainstorming, organizing, and editing. She can assist with any style and genre of writing, but is most experienced with research-based assignments and data analysis. She is most familiar with MLA and APA citation styles. Outside of the writing center, she enjoys listening to music, hanging out with friends, and traveling.
	Xyn Evans, they/them Sociology & Anthropology, Psychology, Legal Studies Xyn is a junior majoring in Sociology and Anthropology with minors in Psychology and Legal Studies. They would love to help with any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, outlining, organization, and revision. Xyn is familiar with MLA, APA, and Chicago formats. They have the most experience in argumentative pieces, research papers, and creative writing (especially poetry and short stories). Xyn also works as a Peer Educator at the Wellness Center. You can find them there, at the gym, or outside reading on particularly nice days. Xyn loves singing with the Goucher Choral Society, watching movies with friends, crocheting, baking, and listening to music.
	Bea Lieblein, she/her Professional Writing, American Studies Bea is a senior who would love to help you with anything writing-related. She has been tutoring for many years and can help you feel more comfortable and confident in the writing process. She can especially help with writing related to history, gender studies, WRT181, and her major subjects. Bea loves helping with outlines, revisions, and brainstorming. She is well-versed in Chicago and MLA, but can help with any citation style. In her free time, she likes reading, traveling, and eating delicious food.

Peer Tutors

	Ibrahim Abdullah, he/him Economics, Data Science Ibrahim is a sophomore double majoring in Economics and Data Science. He enjoys working with writers at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to revising and polishing final drafts. As someone who puts high value on clear structure and analysis, he loves helping students strengthen their arguments, improve organization, and express their ideas with confidence.
	Haseen Amini, she/her Economics, International Relations Haseen is Afghan-Canadian, human rights advocate focused on girls’ rights to education and women’s empowerment. She is a UWC Canada alumna (Lester B. Pearson College) and multilingual scholar with a strong research interest in the Economics of languages. Haseen holds a TESOL certification and has experience supporting non-native, bilinguals and multilingual learners. She is available to assist with writing resolution papers on global issues, resumes and statements of interest.
	Celeste Bawara, she/her Psychology, Philosophy, Literary Studies, French Transnational Studies Celeste is a senior currently double majoring in Psychology and Philosophy, with minors in Literary Studies and French Transnational Studies. She loves every step of the writing process but is especially interested in brainstorming, outlining, revising — in particular, she can offer help both increasing and decreasing word count. She is most fanatic about research-based writing, literary analysis, and creative writing, but would love to help with any genre, style, or prompt. As a Psychology major, she’s familiar with APA citation as well as MLA, but could help with any. Beyond the Writing Center, she loves to read, shop, decorate, play The Sims 4, sing, and to let it Linger with the Cranberries.
	Nessa Rose Brooks, she/her History, French Transnational Studies, Creative Writing, Literature Nessa Rose is a senior double-majoring in History and French Transnational Studies with minors in Creative Writing and Literature. She can help with any stage of the writing process, but especially loves to work on brainstorming, research, and editing and revising. She is most experienced with research papers, particularly historical research, analysis papers, and poetry, but can help with any piece. She is most comfortable with Chicago style citations, but is also familiar with MLA. When not tutoring at the Writing Center, she spends her time writing poetry, walking in the woods, listening to history podcasts, cuddling with her cat, hanging out with friends, or engaging in campus clubs and events.
	Breana Case, she/her Professional & Creative Writing Breana is a sophomore majoring in Professional and Creative Writing. She is happy to help with all parts of the writing process, especially with brainstorming. She is most familiar with APA and MLA style formats and citations. She loves creative works and is comfortable with all types such as fiction, nonfiction, personal narratives and poems. Outside the writing center she loves to watch international shows, listen to music and play games on her Wii.
	Max Davis, she/they Psychology, Creative Writing Max is a junior double majoring in Psychology and Creative Writing. She can work with you at any stage during the writing process, but they very much enjoy working with vocabulary, word choice, brainstorming, and outlining. She’s very familiar with most citation styles, but is proficient in MLA, Chicago, and APA. Max can work with any piece, but enjoys working with analytical and creative pieces the most. When Max isn’t working on writing, she’s usually either playing video games, listening to music, or scrolling Instagram reels.
	Olivia DeSena, she/her Creative & Professional Writing Olivia is a sophomore double majoring in Creative & Professional Writing. She would love to help you brainstorm, plan, and write any creative and academic papers, for classroom or for personal use! Additionally, if you just need someone to body double with– Olivia’s your gal. In her free time, Olivia writes her own personal sci-fy, fantasy, or horror stories and reads like a fiend.
	Reese Dolber, he/him Chemistry, Music, Professional Writing Reese is a sophomore Chemistry Major with a Music and Professional Writing Double Minor. He enjoys working with all types of writing, but mainly enjoys working with science writing and media analysis. He is most familiar with MLA and Chicago writing styles. As well as working in the writing center, Reese performs in two bands and enjoys writing/listening to music, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.
	Kourtney Douglas, she/her Biology, Environmental Science, Literary Studies Kourtney is a sophomore double majoring in Biology and Environmental Science with a minor in Literary Studies. She loves assisting in any part of the writing process, though she has the most experience in science writing. She is comfortable with using APA and MLA style formats as well as citing in them. In her free time she loves to read, hang out with her friends, paint, draw, crochet, and do hair.
	Sara Geitner, she/her Media Studies & Integrative Arts Studies, Theatre, Creative Writing Sara is a sophomore double majoring in media studies and integrative arts studies, with a minor in theatre and creative writing. She loves assisting in the brainstorming and editing process. She can help with any type of paper, but specifically enjoys helping with creative writing pieces and journalism articles, along with argumentative pieces. Sara is most familiar with MLA and Chicago citations. Outside of the writing center, Sara also works as a Peer Educator at the Wellness Center, and loves supporting students in whatever way she can.
	Jasmine Haskell, she/her Political Science, Spanish Jasmine is a sophomore Political Science major and a Spanish and Legal studies double minor. She loves all stages of the writing process, and particularly enjoys both research-based or creative pieces like personal essays. She is most familiar with MLA and APA styles. Alongside the Writing Center, Jasmine is on the Goucher Women’s Soccer team and enjoys listening to music, playing Stardew Valley, and hanging out with friends.
	Lucy Hendricks, she/her Political Science, International Relations Lucy is a senior Political Science major and an International Relations and Legal studies double minor. She is happy to assist students in any stage of the writing process and welcomes all types of writing, however she particularly enjoys research and argumentative papers. Lucy is most familiar with MLA and APA styles. In her free time, Lucy loves to play volleyball, exercise, or find a good show to binge watch.
	Lily Hickey, she/they Dance, Professional Writing Lily is a senior majoring in Dance with a minor in Professional Writing. They enjoy writing in all sorts of genres, especially analytical and argumentative pieces. Lily loves helping others with any stage of their writing but she particularly enjoys outlining and revising papers. They are most familiar with MLA and APA citations but are happy to learn new formats with you if there is ever a need. When Lily finds herself with an ounce of free time, she loves to go on walks and work on whatever fiber art project they have laying around.
	Nikki Johnson, she/her/they/them Creative Writing, Studio Art, AA in Psychology Nikki is a junior majoring in Creative Writing with a minor in Studio Art. They would love to help you craft a paper for your psych class, brainstorm ideas for your next short story, or support you in any other way they can. They are most comfortable with MLA and APA, but are happy to help with other citation styles as well. Nikki thrives during the brainstorming and revision processes. In her free time, she likes to make new outfits, play noisy synthesizers, and nap with her cat.
	Cor Kahler-Rickman, they/them Visual/Material Culture, Environmental Studies Cor is a junior VMC major and an Environmental Studies minor. They can assist with any part of the writing process, but they especially enjoy brainstorming, outlining, and polishing final pieces. They are most familiar with MLA and APA citation styles, and most enjoy working with creative writing and research papers. Outside of school and work, Cor can be found enjoying a hot drink at any time of day, listening to music, and probably working on a sewing project.
	Sanai Knox, she/her Communications & Media Studies, Spanish Sanai is a sophomore Communications and Media Studies major and a Spanish minor. She enjoys working with all sorts of writing but particularly enjoys personal and research-based essays. She is familiar with both MLA and APA formatted writing. As well as working in the writing center, Sanai is on Goucher’s women’s basketball team and a member of our campus’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) chapter. She also enjoys reading, crocheting, and watching T.V.
	Liam Leffers, he/him Sociology & Anthropology Liam is a sophomore majoring in sociology. He will help you at any stage of the writing process. Whether you’re brainstorming, revising or dealing with writer’s block, we can figure out how best to move forward. He’s got the most experience with the MLA and Chicago citation styles. He loves reading everything from research papers to poems, so don’t be afraid to bring in anything you’re working on. In his free time he loves to watch movies, play board games, and chip away at his reading list.
	Tovah Oslovich, he/they Dance, Creative & Professional Writing Tovah Oslovich is a junior double majoring in dance and creative and professional writing. He is happy to help with all parts of the writing process, but especially enjoys brainstorming, and outlining. He can look over first drafts, and work through content organization efficiently. They are most familiar with the MLA citation style but are happy to lend a hand with others. They are especially excited to help with creative work, such as personal narratives or fiction pieces, but he’ll do his best with any piece of writing he is brought. When Tovah has some time to themself, they love to play guitar, create digital art, or listen to their favorite podcast.
	Merryn Overbeck, she/her Creative Writing, Literary Studies Merryn is a sophomore majoring in creative writing with a minor in literary studies. She is happy to help with any stage of the writing process, and especially likes to help with brainstorming and organization. She likes reading all kinds of writing. She is most experienced with MLA and APA citation styles. In her free time, Merryn loves to read, watch movies, play video games, and journal!
	Maya Platt-Chilkotowsky, she/her Psychology, Creative Writing Maya is a junior double-majoring in Psychology and Creative Writing. She is happy to assist with any stage of the writing process, but is especially enthusiastic about creative writing, brainstorming and outlining, and revision. She has specific experience with writing research and lit review papers and is most familiar with MLA and APA citations. When not tutoring or working on personal writing projects, Maya also stays busy working in the Alumnae/i House. In her free time, she loves reading, binging new shows, long walks in nature and around the mall, and spending time with her friends and family.
	Taylor Rogers, she/her Creative Writing Taylor is a sophomore majoring in creative writing. She is glad to help with any stage of the writing process, but is best with line editing final papers. She likes to read any kind of writing, and is most experienced with APA citations. During free time Taylor can be found reading The Great Gatsby over and over again.
	Stella Rose, she/her Professional & Creative Writing, Data Science, Music Stella is a senior pursuing a major in Professional and Creating Writing, with minors in Data Science and Music. She is proficient in many forms of writing, including creative writing, creative nonfiction, journalism, and science writing, which means she can help with just about any assignment. While Stella is most familiar with MLA and APA citations, she is adaptable and will do her best to assist with any style. She specializes in structuring, outlining, revising, and brainstorming during the writing process. When she’s not writing, you can find her working on her debut album, singing opera and musical theater, playing piano, reading weird novels, and watching horror movies.
	Eden Rovner, he/they Chemistry Eden is a junior chemistry major with a pre-nursing concentration. They are happy to work on any part of your writing, but they are good at citations in APA and MLA and lab reports. He loves working on outlines and research. They are happy to read your creative pieces and would love to talk about your research and process. Eden loves learning new things, so they may ask you many questions. Outside the writing center, he mostly works but has been slowly working through Sherlock Holmes based shows. They have a dog now and will show you pictures if you bring them up.
	Daya Sathyaraj, she/her Economics, Business Management Daya is a junior economics major with a minor in business management. She is excited to work within any aspect of the writing process but particularly enjoys the revision and outlining process, as well as research, argumentative, and expository pieces. Daya is proficient in MLA but can absolutely work with you to apply the citation style you desire. Outside of the athenaeum, you can find her running on campus with her cross country and track teammates or facetiming her cats back home!
	Alison Tasker, she/he/they Integrative Art, Studio Art Alison is a junior integrative art major and has a minor in studio art. She enjoys working on any stage of the writing process, but finds the most joy in either the pre-writing stages or in reviewing the finished product. Their favorite type of writing is fictional, but she also has a lot of experience in writing papers. Their most comfortable style of citations is MLA, but they will happily dive into different styles as needed. Outside of the writing center, Alison is a passionate artist and graphic designer who will talk your head off about art. She also is reliving a bit of her childhood by rereading the Warrior Cats book series.
	Michelle West, she/her Professional & Creative Writing Michelle is a junior majoring in Professional and Creative Writing. Whether professional or creative, she enjoys helping with all stages of the writing process. She also enjoys learning about new topics and ideas, so feel free to challenge her with a complicated assignment! She is most experienced with MLA citation styles. In her free time, Michelle enjoys re-reading romance novels, journaling, thrifting, yoga, and creating art in different mediums.

Support Staff

Director Lana Oweidat, she/her/hers Lana Oweidat is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Writing Center at Goucher College. Her doctorate degree is in rhetoric and composition, and she holds a graduate certificate in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies. She teaches writing and rhetoric courses with an emphasis on writing pedagogies, border discourses, and transnational narratives. Her research tackles tutor training, feminist rhetorics, as well as multilingual composition and anti-Islamophobia pedagogies.