Meet the Writing and Speaking Center Consultants

The consultants are current Colgate students from across the disciplines.

 

 

Hello!! I am an international relations major with a minor in French on the pre-law track and I am from The Bronx, New York City. At Colgate, I am a part of the Debate Society, a peer career advisor at the Office of Career Services, and serve as a Co-President of the Black Student Union. I also perform with dance groups like Melanated and Latin American Dance. I have profound experience in public speaking and enjoy performing, hosting shows, and getting involved in plays and musicals on campus. I am very excited to help students elevate their speaking skills and be knowledgeable about their topics so they have the confidence to really capture audience attention.

Hi everyone! I’m an international relations major with a double minor in history and Middle Eastern and Islamic studies from New York City! Outside of the WSC, you can find me performing at basketball games with the Colgate Dance Team, working closely with SGA, being active as secretary for Pre-Law Society, or planning my next trip abroad. I have extensive public speaking and speech writing experience conducted in English and Greek, so I am prepared to help you during any part of your process. I am so excited to get to know and work with you! :)

Hi!! I’m an international relations major with a minor in writing and rhetoric along with Caribbean Studies. I’m from Brooklyn, New York but I grew up in Antigua! A random quote that’s currently inspiring me as a writer is “I hope to write something that’s worth plagiarizing” (even though we avoid plagiarism at all cost). I’m happy to help in any way that I can and I look forward to meeting new people!

Hello there! I’m a political science major with a philosophy minor, and I live 5 miles from Washington D.C. in Bethesda, Maryland. Since I hope to pursue a career in law, I have a passion for argumentative and analytical writing. However, I love all types of writing, and I cannot wait to see the different writing techniques people use. Outside of the Writing Center, I’m involved with WRCU and COVE, and I’m excited to join more organizations at Colgate. I love watching movies, collecting vinyl, following sports, and finding ways to get involved in my community. The Writing Center provides a collaborative environment for students to learn from one another. I am thrilled to learn with you!

Hi! I’m planning to major in neuroscience and minor in French, as well as follow the pre-health academic track! I live just a little bit north of Boston, MA near the beach! Aside from working at the Writing Center, I love to dance, run, do art, and spend time with my friends! Although my major is more STEM focused, I have a passion for creative writing. I am looking forward to meeting you and working with you on any writing that you bring into the center!

Hello! I am an aspiring peace and conflict studies major and philosophy and English double minor. I live in the lovely Seattle, WA, but I grew up in the Netherlands. I am hoping to pursue a career in foreign affairs, journalism or academia. In my free time you can usually find me reading Joan Didion, thrifting (despite the terrifying state of my closet), or watching The White Lotus for the fifth time. At Colgate, I am involved with the Benton scholars program as well as the literary magazine, Portfolio, where I work as a prose editor. I am looking forward to working and learning with so many talented writers at WSC this year!

Hello! I’m a biochemistry major on the pre-health sciences academic track from Forest Park, Illinois! I aspire to head into the medical field, specializing in surgery, cardiology, or internal medicine (at this point, any field is fair game). I have experience in writing scientific papers (specifically biology and chemistry), alongside analytical and persuasive papers from literature courses. Aside from academics, I enjoy working out at the Trudy Fitness Center or in the martial arts studio, playing club sports, watching movies and TV shows, and hanging out with friends. I’m very excited to work with you this school year!

Hi everyone! I’m a history and political science double major on a pre-law track from Long Island, NY. Aside from the Writing and Speaking Center, I’m involved in several groups on campus. I’m the secretary of Colgate’s Debate Society and the assistant editor of the Maroon-News commentary section! I love to read, particularly fiction & fantasy, write, travel and play the Sims in my free time! I’m passionate about human rights, politics, literature and Spanish culture/language. I’m so excited to work with everyone at the Writing and Speaking Center this year!

Hey, everyone! I’m an Asian studies (China concentration) and international relations double major coming from Bethel, Connecticut. Outside of the Writing and Speaking Center, you’ll find me in a lot of different places wearing a lot of different hats on campus. I’m currently involved with the Alumni Memorial Scholars program, Lampert Scholars program, Student Government Association, Office of Admissions, and Colgate Ballroom Dancers. As a speaking consultant, I’m always down to sit and, well, talk—so feel free to stop by!

Hi! I am from Westchester, NY and am majoring in psychological science with minors in writing and rhetoric and Spanish. I love writing argumentative papers, especially within the humanities and social sciences departments; however, I am also interested in other topics such as environmental science and am looking forward to reading papers across all topics! I am a SAPAS Chair for my Greek Life Organization and am always looking for ways to connect with new people on campus! 

Hello! I grew up in the Bay Area, but I now reside in Truckee, CA. I major in environmental economics and minor in history. Some of my interests include surrealist cinema, postmodern literature, hiking, and playing chess. I enjoy meeting new people and solving complex problems in a collaborative environment. I look forward to working with some of you throughout the academic year!

Welcome! I’m a biology major from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and plan on going to medical school in the future. I love singing, acting, drawing, and getting in touch with my creative side. Whether it's researching immune cells, preparing for a musical audition, or analyzing theories on my favorite comics and shows, I love keeping my brain busy. As a speaking consultant, I’m always ready to help and want to learn from you as much as you learn from me.

Hello! I am a psychology major and economics minor from Connecticut. Before working at the Writing and Speaking Center, I always offered to read my friends’ school papers and loved doing that as much as I love working on my own writing. I enjoy writing because I see it as a great opportunity to be seen or see others in a new way. Outside of school I love to spend time with friends, try out new workouts, and travel. I look forward to meeting you and I am always happy to share more about myself and my Colgate experience!

Hi! I'm an aspiring international relations major and I plan on double-minoring in economics and French. I currently live in Houston, TX, but I grew up in London where I found a passion for soccer and traveling as well as a love for the rain. Outside of the WSC, you might find me peacefully writing poetry in the Case-Geyer Reading Room or playing a variety of sports on Colgate's plentiful green spaces. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you all this year!

 

Hi everyone! I am from Short Hills, NJ. I plan to major in English with a minor in international relations or political science. I find writing fascinating because it allows the reader to discover a new way of thinking and form a connection with the writer (despite never meeting in person!). I am particularly interested in creative nonfiction and argumentative writing. However, I am looking forward to working with you on writing assignments across different disciplines! Outside of the WSC, I am involved in the Maroon News and Her Campus magazine. I look forward to meeting and collaborating with you this year!

Hi everyone! I’m a history major with English and museum studies minors from Manhattan, NY. I’m fluent in French and love writing papers for humanities classes, but I also enjoy learning about new topics! Other than the Writing Center, I’m involved in Sidekicks, Colgate Buddies, and the Maroon News on campus. I’m always happy to meet new people on campus and help in any way I can :)

Hi everyone! I’m majoring in English and minoring in economics, but I also love psychology and art history classes. Beyond the classroom, I sing in the Swinging Gates, Colgate’s all-female a cappella group, and I serve as an editor for the HerCampus digital magazine. I live in New Hampshire, so I enjoy hiking and visiting the beach while home. I’m very excited to meet and collaborate with you all!

Hi everyone! I am a psychology major with a double minor in English and linguistics, and I am from Wellesley, MA. I am experienced with reading and writing many different types of papers, and am always eager to learn about a new subject. Outside of the Writing Center, I am also a Haven Ambassador and a member of the club equestrian team. Additionally, I love traveling, cooking, and reading. I can’t wait to meet and learn from anyone who comes into the Writing Center!

Hi there! I’m Stella from Shanghai, China and I plan to double-major in Japanese and geology. I‘m fluent in Chinese and English and am learning Japanese right now. Learning different languages, cultures and traditions is one of my favorite things to do. Outside of the Writing Center, you can often find me at Chapel House meditating and reading. I’m excited to meet people from all kinds of backgrounds and work creatively together!

Hello! I’m a philosophy major and I plan to add psychology as my second major. I am a member of the Colgate chapter of TAMID, the club ultimate frisbee team, and I play guitar in two bands. Some of my other hobbies include reading, hiking, journaling, and drawing. I’m excited to start working with the Writing and Speaking Center this coming fall and getting to meet the other consultants.

Hey everyone! I’m a political science major, and I plan to add an English minor. I was born and raised in Westport, Connecticut, and I have always had a love for reading and writing throughout my life. In addition to working at the Writing Center, on campus I am involved with the Maroon News, the Colgate SAT Tutors at the COVE, the Amnesty International Club, and the History Club. Some of my other hobbies include hiking, biking, and of course, reading and writing! I am excited to work with many people across numerous fields of study, and am eager to be a resource for your writing!

Hi! I’m an English and political science double major who enjoys reading young adult fiction books in addition to any type of paper brought into the center. I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and miss the more consistent weather there but am looking forward to some snow! On campus, I am involved with the Writing and Speaking Center, the Career Services Office, the Pre-Law Society, and the Colgate Vote Project. I am eager to be a resource for students in any area of study and I look forward to meeting you!

Hello there! I plan to major in economics and double-minor in German and political science. I live in the Artisan Village of Berea, Kentucky, so if you need someone to geek-out with over lost crafts, I’m your girl. There is also a high Deaf population in my hometown, so I come from a hearing, signing background. That is why promoting American Sign Language education is my biggest passion outside of my academic interests. Additionally on campus, I am a part of the Colgate Investment Group, the Pre-Law Society, and the Cheer Team. My hobbies include reading (largely political philosophy) and writing poetry. I am excited to meet and work with everyone!

Hey! My name is Chapin and I am an English major from Alexandria, Virginia. Though this concentration is heavy in literature exploration, my pursuit of rhetorical studies early on in my college career has allowed me to gain an analytical lens that enables me to assess any form of writing. When it comes to the Writing Center, I value collaborative exploration and hope to hold a space for writers to find joy and relief in all stages of their writing process, from brainstorming to finalizing a draft. Outside of the Center, I love traveling, reading, and a good—but unpredictable—Colgate winter. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in the journalism industry. I am excited to familiarize myself with topics across all disciplines and serve as a resource for any writer in need!

Hi! I’m an anthropology and Middle Eastern and Islamic studies double major from Ohio! My hobbies are avoiding my problems through reality TV (Survivor is my favorite), making lists for everything I do, traveling, and learning random things that I’ll never need to know. Here on campus, I’m super involved in the Arabic Program, but I’m also constantly trying something new, so I’m sure you’ll see me somewhere. No matter what kind of oral presentation you’re working on or what stage of the process you’re in, I’m really excited to work with you and get to know you a little in the meantime! :)

Hi! I am a psychology and Spanish double major. I live in Singapore, so my commute to Colgate every semester is long to say the least. I love writing research papers because the research process makes me feel kind of like an expert on that particular topic. Outside of school I love being in nature and spending time with my friends and family. I am very much looking forward to meeting and working with everyone!

Hello! I’m an English and theater double major from Ottawa, Canada. I have a passion for creative writing. My favorite reads are often memoirs, so I would love to help you tell a story through your writing for any discipline. Outside of the Writing Center, I’m also involved with the Thought Into Action incubator, and hope to someday pursue a career in law or media. I can’t wait to work with you!

Hi! I am an economics major and environmental studies minor from Morristown, New Jersey. In addition to my work as a consultant, I am a member of the Colgate Dischords and love to swim in my free time. Writing is an excellent source of self-expression, so I am excited to help writers find their voice in every piece of work they bring to the Center. I am looking forward to working with writers at every stage of the process, and love answering all questions one may have about their piece and beyond! [Abroad for Fall 2023]

Hi!! I’m an international relations major with a minor in global public and environmental health. I’m from Baltimore, Maryland and live about 30 minutes away from Washington D.C. I love watching movies (especially horror) and trying new foods and restaurants! I would consider myself extroverted and will go to extreme measures to entertain my friends and make sure they have a good laugh. I’m also interested in sustainability and environmental justice. I love to read and write and hope to grow as a writer. And most of all I am so excited to be a part of this community, work with you all, and make new friends!

Hi! I’m a history major and political science and Russian and Eurasian studies double minor from Bethesda, Maryland (just outside of Washington, D.C.!). I’m a captain of Club Tennis, and I’m also a co-president of the History Club and a DJ on WRCU. I love working with all kinds of academic writing, but I especially enjoy reading research papers based on primary sources. I love cooking, playing guitar, and exploring the walking trails around Hamilton. I look forward to working with you this year!

Hi! I’m an international student from Tirana, Albania. I am majoring in Chinese and art history. Some of my favorite things to do are to start a new book during exam week, re-watch early-2000s romcoms, and try to pet any dog I see. Most of my writing experience lies in the humanities and social sciences, but I look forward to working on your writing no matter what field! I love learning about new things and am fascinated by most if not all the courses that Colgate offers. I am excited to work with you this year!

Hello! I am from Charlottesville, Virginia and I intend to double-major in religion and political science. In addition to my majors, I am very interested in art and environmental science. Outside of the writing center I enjoy working with children. At home, I coach gymnastics and at Colgate, I am involved with multiple clubs that tutor and educate elementary school students. I look forward to meeting everyone!