Get to know our amazing Writing Center Tutors, who can help you improve any writing assignment for any class.
Tell us a little about yourself.
I'm currently an English major who loves to write fiction, and draw my ideas! I have two cats, and spend most of my time reading and/or binge watching Criminal Minds on Netflix.
Tell us about how you are involved on campus.
On top of tutoring, I'm a copy editor on both the Retriever Weekly and the Bartleby staff. Most semesters I also work as a Writing Fellow for English 100 classes. So there are quite a few places you might see me around campus!
How and why did you get involved in being a tutor?
Funnily enough, I found out about tutoring on campus when I was tutoring my mathematically-inclined boyfriend in English 100. I did such a good job, apparently, that he was recommended to be a Writing Tutor! Before then, I didn't know the Writing Center even existed. He declined, but I decided to follow the instructions on the email myself, and I emailed the Writing Center director to see if I she would consider hiring me instead.
During my internship in the Writing Center, I discovered that I really enjoy working with and helping others understand writing.
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
My favorite thing about tutoring is that it gives me the opportunity to talk about my biggest passion all the time! Writing is kind of my life's mission, so being able to work with it directly is pretty exciting for me.
Why should students utilize the tutoring?
I definitely think all students should utilize the Learning Resources Center, and not just if you're on the verge of failing your classes. I think it's hard sometimes, because our culture tends to put a stigma on the idea of "tutoring," so it can be hard to ask for help when you need it.
But the fact of the matter is that it's normal to need help! And the Writing Center is a place that allows students to get that extra help in a low-pressure, nonjudgmental environment. All of us writing tutors know that writing is hard, and even the best writers make mistakes. So getting an extra set of eyes can make a huge difference to your grade, because they'll probably notice something you didn't!
This is especially true of writing, but can also be true of other subjects as well — getting a second opinion never hurts!
What advice would you give students about how to prepare for a tutoring session?
I think the most important way a student can prepare for a session is by making sure you know what you want to focus on! If you bring a seven page paper to a 30-minute session, I likely won't be able to look at the whole thing. So it's important to prioritize what you need help with, so we can spend our limited time on things that matter to you! (But also — bring two paper copies with you!)
When and where can someone work with you through the Learning Resources Center?
I'm available in the Writing Center, located on the first floor of the AOK Library, on Mondays from 12:30-3:30pm this summer. I'm also available for online tutoring on Sunday nights from 6-9pm. And I'm always happy to help!
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]]>Meet the UMBC Review Editors for the 2019 Edition... Michelle Guldan (STEM Editor) is a junior who is studying biology and environmental science. She is interested in pursuing a career in scientific research and is grateful for the many research opportunities she has had at UMBC, including assisting in Dr. Leips' lab and working as the STEM editor for the UMBC Review. Maxi Wardcantori (Arts and Humanities Editor) is a junior studying English Literature and Medieval & Early Modern Studies. In addition to working as the Humanities editor for the UMBC Review, she is also Junior Managing Editor of Bartleby Creative Arts Journal. She hopes to attend grad school and pursue a career in academia.
Ghina Ammar (Social Sciences Editor) is a junior majoring in Political Science and History. She is interested in pursuing a career in law and higher education. Ghina has learned and grown through her experience working as a lead research assistant with the SoDHI lab under Dr. Beatty Moody, UMBC Department of Psychology, and looks forward to working as the Social Sciences editor for the UMBC Review. _______________________________________________________________________ Have you completed research that you want to refine and publish? Would you like to be able to put “published author” on your resume? Would you like professional criticism on your writing from peer and faculty reviewers? The UMBC Review is a peer-reviewed publication, completely directed by UMBC undergraduate students. All of the articles published in the UMBC Review go through a rigorous peer review process. The Review is indebted to the anonymous off-campus faculty reviewers who volunteer their time to assure the high quality of our publication. We are proud to produce the publication in print format. Free copies of the current issue are available for pick up at the Office of Undergraduate Research (located in Sherman Hall-A Rm.114). Submit your paper! | ||
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The iOme (I OWE ME) Challenge is a national competition operated by The Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) to raise awareness among college students about the impact of financial security in retirement on the social and economic well being of our society. Students from across the country respond to the annual iOme Challenge question in the form of a policy and research paper and a promotional video. A blue ribbon panel judges the submissions and selects the winning team.
This year, students were asked to imagine that they have been invited by Congress to join a Special Bipartisan Task Force to address the nation's growing retirement crisis. Their task was to develop ideas and solutions for increasing retirement savings opportunities for millennials.
Evan’s essay, Rethinking Millennial Retirement: Policy Recommendations for a Gig Economy, “demonstrated great policy depth, a keen understanding of the challenges millennials face, and creativity in devising solutions that are achievable for this age cohort” said David Wegge, Interim Dean of Schneider School of Business and Economics, St. Norbert College, one of the founders of the competition, and a member of the judging panel.
Cindy Hounsell, President of Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement, sponsor of the competition said, “We are impressed by Mr. Avila’s response to the more complicated challenges and deterrents millennials face in preparing for their future retirement. We look forward to his presentation and policy discussion at our upcoming symposium.”
As the winner, Mr. Avila will present his paper at a symposium on Capitol Hill and have an opportunity to discuss it with public policymakers. The faculty advisor for the project, Professor Douglas J. Lamdin, department of Economics at UMBC, will also attend and participate in the panel. The symposium, "The Millennial Perspective: An Intergenerational Discussion on Retirement Solutions" will be held on June 20, 2018 and is sponsored by WISER. A keynote speaker, panels of experts and congressional staff leaders will also discuss current issues and legislative proposals. A reception will follow honoring the iOme Challenge winner.
Congratulations, Evan!