Our team

Katie Garahan (she/her)
Writing Resources Center Director
Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies

Dr. Garahan began directing Charlotte’s WRC in 2022. She holds a PhD from Virginia Tech in Rhetoric & Writing and has worked as a writing center administrator for 7 years. Visit the Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies Directory for more information about Dr. Garahan.


Chris Harrington
Senior Tutor

Chris is the WRC’s senior tutor and specializes in tutoring graduate students. She speaks English. Chris can collaborate with clients in any form of writing and enjoys helping with: Chris supports clients from any discipline, and she has an interest in Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Engineering, English, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, […]


Caitlin
Doctoral Writing Fellow
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Caitlin BrabbleRose (she/her) is a Doctoral Writing Fellow (DWF) for the Graduate and Postdoctoral Writing Center. She was a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Biological Sciences for five semesters and received the university’s Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award in 2023. In her role as DWF, she will be providing one-on-one feedback to doctoral and […]

Paulo
Doctoral Writing Fellow

Paulo Freire (he/him), Brazilian (native Portuguese speaker), is a Doctoral Writing Fellow for the Graduate and Postdoctoral Writing Center (GPWC). In his role at the GPWC, Paulo works with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to provide one-on-one feedback and assist in writing and science communication development. Paulo holds a bachelor’s degree in Bioprocess and Biotechnology […]


Mary
Writing Tutor

is a senior majoring in Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies (WRDS) and Women and Gender Studies (WGST) and minoring in Technical & Professional Writing. She speaks English and enjoys helping clients at any stage of the writing process. She enjoys helping clients with:

  • Creative Writing
  • Research Essays
  • Poetry
  • Presentations
  • MLA & APA formatting
  • Personal Statements
  • Cover Letters
  • Resumes
  • Annotated bibliographies

Mary supports clients of all disciplines and is most interested in Writing Rhetoric & Digital, Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy, Business, Education, Political Science, History, and English studies.

Ezra
Writing Tutor

is a Master’s student in the English Department. She is able to help students in:

  • Professional writing
  • Researching
  • Brainstorming
  • Creative Writing
  • Research Writing
  • Resume Writing
  • Literature Reviews
  • Short fiction writing
  • Creative nonfiction writing
Syerra
Writing Tutor

is an English major with a Concentration in Creative Writing. She speaks English. Syerra can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, and she enjoys helping with:

  • General research essays
  • Resumes
  • Longer fiction
  • Flash & Short Fiction
  • Cover Letters & Application Essays
  • Literature-based essays
  • APA & MLA Citations 
  • Poetry
Abeer (she/her)
Writing Tutor

is an International Business major with a minor in Philosophy. Trilingual in English, Hindi, and Urdu, she can help you with any form of writing at any stage of the writing process. She most enjoys working on:

  • Abstracts
  • Academic papers
  • Analyses
  • Applications
  • Argumentative essays
  • Brainstorming
  • Cover letters
  • Creative writing
  • Drafting
  • Legal writing
  • Literature reviews
  • Medical writing
  • Personal statements
  • Poetry
  • Presentations
  • Proofreading and editing
  • Proposals
  • Research papers
  • Resumes/CVs
  • Scholarship essays
  • Scientific reports
  • Speeches

Meg
Writing Tutor

is a graduate student studying English with a concentration in Rhetoric and Composition. She graduated with her B.A. in English and minor in Journalism from Monmouth University. She speaks English and can assist in any form of writing. She most enjoys working with: 

  • Conference Proposals 
  • Literature Reviews 
  • Rhetorical Analysis 
  • Analytical Papers 
  • Personal Statements/Application Essays
  • Presentations 
  • Research Essays
  • Journalism

Meg supports clients of all disciplines and is most interested in English, Journalism, Film, Education, Women’s and Gender Studies, and History.

Brendan
Writing Tutor

is a Senior/Early Entry Graduate Student pursuing a Master’s in English with a concentration in Creative Writing. Can help writers at any stage of the writing process. Enjoys helping with:

  • Creative Writing (Long and Short Form Fiction/Nonfiction)
  • Essays (Research or Otherwise)
  • Poetry
  • Personal Statements
  • Annotated Bibliographies
  • Presentations
  • MLA & APA Formatting 
  • Theses (Honors & Graduate)
Silverixx
Writing Tutor

is a graduate student getting her M.A. in English, Creative Writing. She speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. She most enjoys working with:

  • Creative Writing, including longer fiction (i.e. novels/manuscripts)
  • Research papers
  • Essays
  • Annotated bibliographies
  • Book reviews
  • Graduate-level writing

Silverixx supports clients from any discipline, and she has an interest in Linguistics, Creative Writing, Languages, History, Psychology, Philosophy, Biology, and Chemistry.

Jack
Writing Tutor

is a first year M.A. student studying English with a concentration in Composition and Rhetoric. He received his undergraduate degree in English from Creighton University. He enjoys collaborating with any kind of writing and enjoys working with:

  • Essays
  • Academic Research Papers
  • Creative Nonfiction
  • Fiction/Short Stories
  • MLA Citations
  • Annotated Bibliography
  • Presentations in any format

Jack supports clients from any discipline and has an interest in English studies, Philosophy, Journalism, Anthropology, History, Gender Studies and Multicultural studies.

Carter
Writing Tutor

is a senior majoring in Anthropology (ANTH), specializing in biological and social Anthropology. She speaks English. She can collaborate with any form of writing, and enjoys working with 

  • APA Citations
  • Research proposals
  • Literature reviews 
  • Policy Briefs
  • Scientific research papers
  • Rhetorical analysis
  • Book reviews
  • Annotated bibliographies

Jason M
Writing Tutor

is a first-year English M.A. student concentrating in Creative Writing. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Chicago. Jason speaks English, and particularly enjoys working with:

  • Flash Fiction or Short Fiction
  • Academic Essays
  • Creative Non-Fiction
  • Argumentative or Persuasive Writing
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements & Statements of Purpose
  • Screenwriting & Playwriting
  • APA & MLA citations

Jason supports clients of all disciplines and is most interested in English, Philosophy, History, Psychology, Sociology, Linguistics, Film, Theatre, Music, and Journalism.

Sophie
Writing Tutor

is an Anthropology and French double major. She speaks English. Sophie can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, but especially enjoys working with:

  • Research Papers
  • Presentations
  • Book Reviews
  • Cover Letters
  • Creative Writing
  • Poetry
  • Resumes
  • Annotated Bibliographies 

Sophie supports clients from all disciplines and is most interested in English, WRDS, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, History, and Political Science

Vivian (any pronouns)
Writing Tutor

is an Art History major. She speaks English and can help students with:

  • Creative Writing 
  • General Research Papers
  • Cover Letters
  • Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Important Emails

Vivian supports clients from any discipline, and has an interest in Art, Anthropology, Creative Writing, English, History, and Sociology.

Ryn (she/her)
Writing Tutor

is an English major with a concentration in Creative Writing. She speaks English. Ryn can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, and she enjoys helping with:

  • Flash or short fiction
  • Longer fiction (i.e. novels/manuscripts)
  • Poetry
  • Presentations
  • Screenwriting
  • Research Papers
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements

Ryn supports clients from any discipline, and she has an interest in History, Music, English, Philosophy, Psychology, Biology, Women’s & Gender Studies, and Journalism.

Caroline
Writing Tutor

is an Architecture and English major with a concentration in Creative Writing. She speaks English and is happy to help with any writing, particularly: 

  • Creative Writing
  • Research Essays
  • Presentations
  • Book reviews
  • Literature reviews
  • Portfolios
  • Inquiry Projects
  • Flash or Short Fiction

Caroline supports clients from any discipline and has an interest in Architecture, English, Psychology, History, Journalism, and Education. 

NOAH (he/him)
Writing Tutor

is a second-year student currently majoring in English with a Minor in Film Studies and a Certificate in Video Production. He speaks English and basic Spanish, can help with any form of writing, and particularly enjoys working with: 

  • Research papers
  • MLA citations
  • Short stories
  • Poetry
  • Screenwriting

Noah supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in English, Creative Writing, Film & Television, Psychology, and Sociology.

Kalissa
Writing Tutor

is a sophomore majoring in computer science. She speaks English and can help with any form of writing. She mostly enjoys helping with:

  • presentations
  • resumes
  • cover letters
  • application essays 

Kalissa supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in computer science, Africana studies, and WRDS.

Maya (She/They)
Writing Tutor

is an English Literature M.A. student with an additional background in Philosophy and Holocaust, Genocide & Human Rights Studies. She enjoys working with students of all backgrounds, particularly non-traditional students and those returning to higher education! She enjoys helping with:

  • Academic Cover Letters
  • Annotated Bibliographies
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Book Reviews
  • Research Essays
  • Flash or Short Fiction
  • Graduate-level writing
  • Inquiry Projects
  • Literature Reviews
  • Longer fiction (i.e. novels/manuscripts)
  • Poetry
  • Portfolios
  • Scientific Research Report
  • Screenwriting

Maya supports clients from any discipline, and she has an interest in Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Engineering, English, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, History, Philosophy, Public Health, Healthcare, and Journalism.

AJ
Writing Tutor

is an Architecture major. They speak English. AJ can help you with any form of writing. They most enjoy working with:

  • Poetry
  • Longer fiction
  • Short fiction/Creative non-fiction
  • Presentations
  • Book reviews

AJ supports clients from any discipline, and they are most interested in Architecture, Criminal justice,  Psychology, Writing, and Women’s and Gender Studies.

Tanisha
Writing Tutor

 is majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies. Although she is more than happy to help any student, she mostly enjoy working on:

  • Presentations
  • Applications
  • Portfolios
  • Short fiction
  • Research essays
  • Proposals
  • Inquiry projects
  • APA & MLA citations

Tanisha supports clients from any discipline but is interested in Computer Science, Sociology, W.R.D.S., Social Work, Psychology, and Journalism. 

Carly
Writing Tutor

majors in Political Science and Mathematics: Concentration in Statistics. She speaks English. She can collaborate with any form of writing. She enjoys working with:

  • Rhetorical Analysis
  • Research Essays
  • Presentations
  • Application Essays
  • Law Journal Comments

Carly supports clients of all disciplines. She is most interested in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies and the Law, Mathematics, and Data Science.

Daniel
Writing Tutor

is a junior majoring in Marketing. He speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. He most enjoys working with:

  • APA and MLA citations
  • Application essays, personal statements, and cover letters
  • Book reviews
  • Business memos
  • Lab reports
  • Presentations
  • Resume writing 
  • Research papers
  • Rhetorical analysis

Daniel supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in Communications Engineering, English, History, Music, and Sports Journalism. Daniel is specially trained to support writers applying to nationally competitive awards.

Emily (she/her)
Writing Tutor

is a junior majoring in Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies. She speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. She most enjoys working with:

  • Annotated bibliographies
  • Literature reviews
  • MLA citations
  • Annotated bibliographies
  • Literature reviews
  • MLA citations

Emily supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in Communications, Education, English, Public Health, and Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies.

Sophia
Writing Tutor

is a Computer Engineering major with a minor in Mathematics. She speaks English. Sophia can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, and she enjoys helping with:

  • Academic Cover Letters
  • Annotated Bibliographies
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Book Reviews
  • General Research Papers
  • Inquiry Projects
  • Lab Reports
  • Memos
  • Poetry
  • Portfolios
  • Presentations
  • Proposals
  • Resumes
  • Scientific Research Report

Sophia supports clients from any discipline, and she has an interest in Computer Science, Engineering, History, and Mathematics.

Keven (He/Him)
Writing Tutor

is computer science major. He speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Keven can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, and he enjoys helping with:

  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Book Reviews
  • Research Essays
  • Flash or short fiction
  • Literature Reviews
  • Longer fiction (i.e. novels/manuscripts)
  • Memos
  • Poetry
  • Portfolios
  • Presentations
  • Resumes
  • Screenwriting

Keven supports clients from any discipline, and he has an interest in Business, Communication, Computer Science, Engineering, English, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Journalism, Psychology, Sociology, Languages, and WRDS. Keven is specially trained to support writers applying to nationally competitive awards.

Bree (they/he)
Writing Tutor

is a graduate student studying English with a concentration in Composition & Rhetoric. They speak English and loves helping students at any stage in their writing journey and process. Bree can collaborate with clients in any form of writing, including:

  • Academic Cover Letters
  • Annotated Bibliographies
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Book Reviews
  • Research Essays 
  • Flash or short fiction
  • Graduate-level writing
  • Inquiry Projects
  • Lab Reports
  • Literature Reviews
  • Longer fiction (i.e. novels/manuscripts)
  • Memos
  • Poetry
  • Portfolios
  • Presentations
  • Proposals
  • Resumes
  • Scientific Research Reports
  • Screenwriting
  • Multilingual Writers

Bree supports clients from any discipline, and they have an interest in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Education, English, History, Psychology, Languages, and WRDS.

Hassan (He/Him)
Writing Tutor

is a Sophomore majoring in Computer Science with a concentration in AI, Robotics, and Gaming as well as pursuing a minor in Statistics. He speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. He most enjoys working with:

  • Creative Literary Works
  • APA and MLA citations 
  • Presentations
  • Application essays, personal statements, and cover letters
  • Book reviews
  • Longer Fiction
  • Flash and Short Fiction
  • Inquiry Projects
  • Poetry
  • Rhetorical analysis

Hassan supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in Computer Science, Creative Writing, Education, English, History, Religion/Religious History,  Psychology, Sociology, & Digital Studies.

Jason B. (He/Him)
Writing Tutor

is an English graduate student. He speaks English and elementary Spanish. Jason can help you with any form of writing, and he enjoys helping with:

  • Academic citations (MLA, APA)
  • Application essays
  • Book reviews
  • Cover letters
  • Essays
  • Fiction writing and creative nonfiction
  • Poetry
  • Portfolios
  • Presentations
  • Research papers
  • Resumes
  • Screenwriting and scripts

Jason supports clients across all disciplines, and he has an interest in Anthropology, English, History, Languages, and Music.

Liam (he/him)
Writing Tutor

is double-majoring in Data Science and Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies. He speaks English, and can help you with any form of writing. He most enjoys working with presentations and research papers.

Liam supports students of all disciplines, and is most interested in Computer Science, Political Science, and Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies.

Lauren (She/Her)
Writing Tutor

is a Communications major with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Psychology. She speaks English and basic Spanish. She can collaborate with clients on any type of writing and enjoys helping with:

  • Annotated bibliographies
  • Application Essays
  • Personal Statements
  • Book Reviews
  • Poetry
  • Resumes
  • Flash or short fiction
  • General Research Papers
  • Literature Reviews
  • Longer fiction (i.e novels/manuscripts)
  • Screenwriting

Lauren supports clients in any discipline and has an interest in English, creative writing, history, public health, and psychology.

Sara (She/Her)
Writing Tutor

is a senior majoring in English. She speaks English and can collaborate with clients with any form of writing. Particularly, she enjoys collaborating with:

  • Poetry
  • Flash Fiction
  • Longer Fiction
  • MLA and APA Citations
  • Research Papers
  • Personal Essays
  • Film and Video Game Reviews
  • Memos
  • Presentations
  • Proposals
  • Screenwriting
  • Book Reviews

Sara supports clients from any discipline and has an interest in English, Communication, Education, Sociology, WRDS, Journalism, Woman’s & Gender Studies, and Religion.

Morgan (she/her)
Writing Tutor

is majoring in Communications, concentrating in public relations, with a minor in journalism. She speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. She mostly enjoys working with:

  • APA and MLA citations
  • Research essays/papers
  • Narrative writing
  • Presentations
  • Speeches
  • Application essays
  • Personal statements
  • Cover letters
  • Poetry
  • Fictional writing

Morgan supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in Communications, English, Journalism, Political Science, and Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies.

Mallory (she/her)
Writing Tutor

is double-majoring in Communications with a Public Relations concentration and Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies. She speaks English and can help you with any form of writing. She most enjoys working with:

  • APA citations
  • Application essays, personal statements, and cover letters
  • Book reviews
  • Flash or short fiction/creative non-fiction
  • Portfolios
  • Presentations
  • Research papers 
  • Rhetorical analysis
  • Screenwriting

Mallory supports students of all disciplines and is most interested in Communications, Criminal Justice, Education, English, History, Journalism, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Languages, and Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies.