Writing Center

Hi everyone! I’m Sarah, a senior from Madison, Wisconsin studying English and finance. On campus I’m involved with Camp Kesem at Chestnut Hill as a co-director, but you can also find me at an early morning yoga class or chef-ing it up with my roommates. While I have taken courses in creative writing, my strengths lie in crafting effective and well-organized analytical essays. Whether you’re discussing a film, literary piece, environmental issue, or historical trend, I can help you apply these writing skills to any subject you’re passionate about (or help you find that engagement). From working as an editor-in-chief to collaborating in peer review-based seminars, I truly enjoy learning from the ideas of others and want to support you in creating your best work!

Hi, my name is Jessica Cruz-Lopez, and I am a junior from Morristown, NJ! I am studying English and Sociology. On campus, you’ll see me at the Career Center as a Front Desk Ambassador and as one of the Co-Directors of El Principio, a mentorship program through the Organization of Latin American Affairs. Being an English major, I have the opportunity to explore who I am as a reader and writer. Since I was little, I’ve loved reading—Cam Jansen, Rainbow Magic—I couldn't wait to get my hands on another book. My first language was Spanish and I was intimidated by how complex I felt English was, but reading helped me finally slow it down and take my time. I'm happy to meet with students who also want to explore their voice through writing, especially multilingual students who want to meet with someone who has gone through that journey. I hope that when students visit the Writing Center, we’re able to meet about preserving their voice and that I am someone who will believe in them as a writer. Your voice doesn’t have to clash with scholarly requirements; instead, it can be in conversation with them!

Hello! My name is Elena Fiorentinos, a sophomore from Northern New Jersey. I was born and raised in Queens, New York, but moved to New Jersey around high school. I'm double majoring in Business Analytics and English. Writing has always been a part of my life and development as a student since I learned to read and write. I always felt as though there was nothing that came more naturally to me than writing and reading. Even with this passion, my English teachers have always encouraged me to hone and refine my writing style and my goal is to share that same feeling and enthusiasm for English with others. There is always room for improvement and creativity for me, even in other languages. I'm proficient in Spanish and conversational in Greek, although I do know how to read and write Greek as well, so other languages and the difficulties of translating words is something I completely understand and resonate with. Helping others with translating and understanding other languages is something I have grown up doing and love to do!

My name is Emmbrooke and I was born in California, grew up in Florida, and currently live in Massachusetts. Even though I experienced many different cultures growing up, I always found writing to be the most meaningful form of communication. To me, writing is a direct gateway into a person's mind and soul in a way that other mediums cannot capture. My approach to tutoring is very collaborative and student-led. Here at BC, I explore my love of writing through studying political science and I also write as a columnist for the Heights, am a member of the Swing Dance team, and a Campus engagement coordinator for CAB. 

Hi everyone! My name is Kayla and I am a senior double majoring in English and International Studies. I’ve loved reading and writing for majority of my life, but I wasn’t sure I wanted to study English until my senior year of high school. I was an intern for Post Road Magazine, for two years, and a research assistant for Professor Peter Krause’s Political Violence Team for one. Considering I picked up the International Studies major the spring of my Sophomore year and had to adjust to a different way of writing, I definitely understand how it feels to abruptly change how you approach writing, and I hope I can make that experience less jarring. My main goal is to help people feel comfortable expressing their ideas without removing their voice in their writing, and to be a soundboard for any ideas for upcoming assignments!

Hi everyone! My name is Nick, and I’m a senior from Glastonbury, Connecticut. I’m a Pre-Med student majoring in Biology with a minor in English. Outside of the classroom, you can find me responding to medical emergencies on campus with BCEMS, volunteering at blood drives with the BC Red Cross, conducting clinical psychiatry research at MGH, or training in the Plex for my next powerlifting meet! With interests that span both the sciences and the humanities, I’ve worked across a range of writing styles in various academic domains, all the way from analytical essays and scientific reports to poetry and creative nonfiction. My writing process blends these influences, as I value the clarity and structure of scientific writing, the precision of analytical argument, and the emotional resonance of creative work. As a writing center specialist, I take a collaborative and curiosity-driven approach. My goal is to create a space where you feel confident exploring ideas, taking creative risks, and refining your voice within the constraints of your assignment. Whether you’re brainstorming ideas, responding to feedback, or polishing a final draft, I’ll meet you where you are and help you build both confidence and control in your writing.

Hi! I’m Jesse (she/her), a senior at BC. Born and raised in Southern California, I've come to Boston in pursuit of a B.A. in English & Philosophy with a minor in Medical Humanities. I constantly challenge myself to expand my writing range. On-campus, I’m the editor-in-chief of the Medical Humanities Journal, the inaugural Poet Laureate of the Schiller Institute, a satirist for the New England Classic, and an Honors thesis writer. Off-campus, I’m the Publishing Intern at a nonprofit youth writing center called 826 Boston. Outside of academics, I manage a café, hunt for skirts at thrift stores, and get way too invested in escape rooms.

Enough about me—more importantly, I’m enthusiastic about reading your writing! I’ve revised essays, but I have also edited poetry, academic research, honors theses, internship applications, and more. I have experience in both the humanities and sciences, and I enjoy reading pieces with interdisciplinary topics. I can’t wait to read what you have to say at the Writing Center!

Hello Everybody! My name is Quinn Kirchner, I’m a senior from Rockville, Maryland. I’m a double English and Economics major. Outside of studying, I have a radio show and am a rock director for WZBC. I also participate and am on the board of the Effective Altruism club. In my free time, I love to go on runs, read, and hang out with my friends. I have always loved writing and helping my friends and family with their writing because writing allows myself and others to express themselves and develop a unique voice. My specialties are in argumentative writing but creative writing is also a significant area of interest for me, allowing me to help explore imaginative storytelling and diverse narrative styles. Sharing one’s writing can be a vulnerable experience. That being said, my goal in the writing center is to be encouraging and helpful to help others find their voice. I hope to share my passion for writing with everyone I work with!

Hi! My name is Kate Kissel and I’m from Skaneateles, NY. I’m a junior at BC majoring in English and minoring in general business. My major involvement at BC is The Heights, where I am an editor for the Magazine section. Before coming to BC I knew that I was interested in writing, but it wasn’t until I finished First Year Writing and realized that my time writing papers might be up that I decided to become an English major and seek out other opportunities to enhance my writing skills. Now, I feel like I’m always writing, whether it be for class, The Heights, or independently. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with others on structuring, cohesion, voice, and any other aspect of the writing process.

My name is Jasmine Lee and I am a senior from Middletown, Delaware. I'm majoring in Biology and minoring in Data Science. I honestly didn't think I enjoyed writing until I came to college and developed a writing process that helps me produce work I'm proud of. Writing is a foundational skill in all academic disciplines and I hope to be able to lend a hand to anyone who would like a new perspective on their writing! Outside of the writing center, I also work in the nursing building and O'Neill and I'm involved in 4Boston and Project Sunshine.

Hi everyone! My name is Katie, and I’m a junior double-majoring in Math and English. I grew up in North Reading, Massachusetts, and currently live on Cape Cod. On campus, I’m involved in Gusto, Cooking Club, and I tutor for the Neighborhood Center. I’m also a dedicated intramural pickleball player, and you can usually find me doing homework with friends in 245 Beacon. I love writing because every paper is a draft; there’s no single “right” way to express your ideas. I’m a firm believer that writing is mostly about revision, and that your first words don’t need to be anywhere near perfect. Whether you’re brainstorming, outlining, or polishing a final draft, I’m happy to help at any stage in the process. I especially enjoy working on argumentative essays, focusing on structure and clarity to develop strong, interesting claims. I love getting to know new people and reading different voices, and I’d be excited to work with you on whatever you're writing!

Hi! My name is Lindsay, and I’m a sophomore in CSOM studying Marketing and Philosophy on the Pre-Law Track. Outside of academics, I play the violin in the Boston College Symphony Orchestra, and I love drawing and painting. My approach to writing has always been centered around effective communication and ensuring the right message reaches the right audience. This is why I typically focus on the big picture of a written piece rather than immediately editing smaller details. I would love to offer help with creating an outline, editing a draft, polishing a final piece, or anything that comes up along your writing process! A lot of my experience comes from writing academic and persuasive pieces, as well as legal and statistical reports. I have also been involved in public speaking for over 5 years, so I have additional experience in writing spoken pieces and presentation scripts. I am fluent in both English and French, so I would be happy to help with questions in either language!

I'm Lola Milazzo, a senior from Westchester, New York double majoring in English and Political Science! On campus, I'm involved in the Bellarmine Law Review and the Music Guild in addition to being a writing tutor at The Connors Family Learning Center. This is my first year working at the Writing Center, and I am so excited to help more students to express themselves through writing. While studying Political Science has helped me to learn to write more succinctly and effectively, in addition to learning how to write in a number of different formats, studying English has allowed me to develop my creativity and analytical skills, especially concerning fiction and poetry. Inside and outside of my studies, I often take part in creative writing and have even had some works published in online journals. This experience has allowed me to discover my voice and flair as a writer, not just in creative pieces, but also in any academic format that I am tasked to complete. I am inspired to help students find their own voices through writing and to craft papers that not only reflect who they are as academics, but who they are as whole people as well.

My name is Daniela Ortiz, and I am a sophomore from Roswell, Georgia. I am currently an English and History double major, and I hope to add on an International Studies minor in the future. On campus, I have been involved with the theater department and am a member of the Stride program. I have also written for one of BC's literary magazines, Laughing Medusa. In terms of writing specialties, I largely focus on creative writing, but I have experience with longer, structured research papers as well. Therefore, I am happy to help tackle any challenge you may be facing with your writing, whether you're looking for minor tweaks, grammar checking, or a completely fresh start. I have always loved writing as I believe it unlocks entirely new worlds in terms of connections with others and imagination, and I hope that, by lending a helping hand at the Writing Center, I can help unlock that same love of writing in others. Please feel free to make an appointment!

Hi all! I am Elizabeth Pozniakova, and I am studying Biology and English. On campus, I am a Hatchery (Makerspace) team member and trainer, a founding member of the BC Ukrainian Club, and collate data for literature reviews on BRCA gene mutations. Off-campus, I volunteer at a clinic that assists Boston’s homeless population with medical care. Scientific language is often assumed to be vapid, and while this is a valid case, writing is essential to articulating and charting the course of groundbreaking research. My natural preference for creative and narrative writing proved useful in my hard science courses after all! I argue it could be just as essential to your domain as well. As soon as I realized that writing can be transposable, I was no longer daunted by any genre or style of writing required of my classes. We all have a distinct voice, and I look forward to helping you preserve yours while adhering to the many structural and conventional constraints of academic writing— especially generating ideas for a streamlined process through conversation.

I'm Matt, an English and Economics major here at BC. I'm also on the e-board of WZBC and the Parliamentary Debate Union of Boston College. I've been tutoring writing since high school, working with students of all ages, backgrounds, and strengths. I'm very passionate about both argumentative and creative writing, so I'd love to assist with either. My tutoring style features a strong "top-down" approach, in which I help students focus and refine their big ideas into a discernible essay structure before tackling the actual writing process. The revision grows increasingly granular as the student gains more confidence with their writing. I believe that while mechanics can always be polished, the real priority is helping students to express their ideas clearly and effectively on paper.

Hello everyone! My name is Eason Shi. I am an international student from Shanghai, China, currently majoring in Philosophy and English. Although I am from China, I have also studied in Alabama and Paris — I was exposed to different and dynamic cultures, so I am excited to meet new people and learn new things! Chinese is my native tongue, and I have enjoyed learning English and experiencing the world it presented. I love music, art, and literature, and I see writing as a way of experiencing and reflecting the things I am passionate about. At BC, I am also a member of University Chorale, and I love seeing shows at BC Theatre!

I’m Harry, a senior studying English. I love writing and I’ve worked multiple positions as an editor or tutor over the past few years. Around campus, I perform music in BC bOp! and the University Wind Ensemble. I really appreciate the research and creative processes that constitute the creation of anything, and as such I’m happy to help with writing at any stage. I have experience working with all sorts of scholarly papers and creative pieces—I approach these things with equal enthusiasm and I’m grateful for the opportunity to assist in any way I can.

Hi, I’m Leah! I’m a senior Communication major with minors in English, Marketing, and Jewish studies. On campus, you can usually find me in The Heights office where I edit for the arts section, playing intramural volleyball, or in the Rat. In my free time, I love hiking, cooking, and graphic design. I have always loved creative writing, but it wasn’t until coming to BC that I had the chance to enjoy more analytical writing. At first, I struggled with formal writing because I felt it lacked so much of my distinct writing voice– but I’ve learned to blend my creative process with more structured essay planning, and I look forward to helping others do the same. Good communication skills are important no matter what interest you want to pursue, and I think good writing begins with a desire to share your interests (even if you’re not an English major)!

HI! My name is Fisher Xiong, and I am a senior majoring in history and political science. As a writer, I have practiced both academic and creative writings (primarily the former) in the past, but I would not call myself an expert of any kind. Like you, I am simply a student of writing, attracted by its potentials, fascinated by its diversity. For me, to write is to communicate: to form an opinion and use language to materialize it so that others may receive it, a process that links minds. I enjoy writing, and I would like to learn more about different ideas, which is why I am here to help those in need and to exchange perspectives to create something greater. I am fluent in both English and mandarin Chinese, so my sessions can be done in whichever one you prefer. Through communicating, I hope we can both grow as writers and leave with new insights.

Hi! My name is Fiona, and I am from right here in Boston. I am a sophomore studying Political Science and History, so most of the writing I do consists of analytical essays and research papers. While these are areas of writing I have grown comfortable in, I believe the purpose of writing should always be to push us a little out of our comfort zones. Outside of academics, I’ve been reconnecting with my personal voice through creative writing. Over the past two summers, I’ve focused on scriptwriting and directing short films based on the stories I’ve written. I know that the hardest part of any form of writing is always the first word, and I hope that together we can create a space where you feel confident and supported in getting that first word out.