Rebekah graduated from Madonna University in 2014 with a double major in Writing and English. She attended the University of Toledo for her master’s degree, which she received in 2016.
Scream, a blow-up figure inspired by Edvard Munch’s renowned painting of the same name, is the Writing Center’s official mascot. Scream represents the way many students feel when they initially receive writing assignments. Fortunately, the gifted Writing Center tutors understand this and can help students with writing-related anxiety by helping them improve their writing skills and confidence.
Janelle Affiong Effiwatt is a teacher, tutor, and creative storyteller. The author
of two books, Like a Thin Hustle (Letter Machine 2019) and Food & Flowers (Phantom Letters 2022), holds an
MFA from The Iowa Writers’ Workshop.
After graduating from Albion College in 2020 with his B.A. In English Literature and Religious Studies, Tyler spent the past few years working as both writing center staff and teaching writing classes for Miami University of Ohio and here at Madonna. Currently, he is seeking Michigan teacher certification in secondary English and ESL. When he isn't at Madonna or in the classroom, he is probably hiking, watching old movies, reading, or spending time with his family, friends, and cats.
Nicole graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2021 with a B.A. in Writing and has most recently earned her M.A. in Rhetoric and Writing from Michigan State University (2025). She has experience tutoring in writing centers and teaching first-year writing, both of which being huge passions of hers. When not teaching or tutoring, Nicole enjoys working on creative writing projects, listening to music, audiobooks, and podcasts, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Russell graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Master’s Degree in Art History. He is adjunct faculty in art history at EMU, HFC and CCS, teaching Modern, African, and Asian Art. When not teaching or tutoring, he enjoys playing musical instruments and with his kitty, Zoya.
Jennifer received her B.A. in English Literature and Communication Arts from Madonna University and her M.A. in creative writing and folklore from Wayne State University. Jennifer has worked as an adjunct professor at various universities including Wayne State University and Madonna University, but really enjoys the opportunity to work one-on-one with students that the Writing Center allows. When Jennifer isn’t at the Writing Center, she can be found reading, kayaking, quilting, and leading Girl Scouts.
Hi, I’m Cassidy and I’m from Ontario, Canada. I am currently a freshman majoring in Journalism and Public Relations and minoring in Sport Management. I am also on the women’s soccer team. My goal is to work within the sports industry professionally as a journalist. I love all sports and am a big hockey and soccer fan. When I’m not watching or playing sports I’m either writing, doing my podcast or blog, watching movies, or doing some photography.
Christine is from Traverse City, MI, and is a sophomore in the Sign Language Studies program. She is a member of multiple on-campus clubs, such as MU Sustainability, Mosaic, SLS Club, and Madonna Pen. When not in school, she enjoys reading and writing long, overcomplicated fantasy novels in addition to knitting, learning to sew, and cuddling her two chonky cats, Buddy and Messenger.
Shayla received her Associates in Liberal Arts from Schoolcraft Community College in 2023. At Madonna University, she is a second-year student majoring in Communication Studies. She loves reading and one day hopes to write a memoir and children's book. When Shayla is not busy with homework or working at the writing center, she appreciates having the chance to spend time with her mother, father, and twin brother.
My name is Emily Kruse and I am studying Broadcast and Cinema Arts and Journalism here at Madonna! I am a part of Lyric Theater and Chorale and have been performing since I was 11. In my spare time I like to read and listen to Taylor Swift.
Hi! My name is Alyssum. I received my Associates in General Business Administration from Macomb Community College in 2023. I am currently majoring in English Language Arts here at Madonna. I have dabbled in fantasy writing since I was in elementary school and have more recently begun dabbling in historical fiction. In my free time, I enjoy working on craft projects, reading mystery novels, and spending time with family, friends, and cats.
Olivia (Liv) is a bookworm with a passion for literary analysis, writing, poetry, and 19th century literature. She is currently pursuing a General Music degree at Madonna University, with special interest in piano and voice. A member of her local Richmond Historical and Genealogical Society, she loves historical interpretation and dressing up in period costumes.
Olivia graduated from the Opole School of Polish Folk Dance (a folk-dance school of the PRCUA) in 2023 and is always excited to talk about her Polish- American heritage. In her free time, Olivia enjoys reading, crafting, exploring the Great Outdoors, and experimenting with tasty recipes in the kitchen.
Heidee received her Associates in Liberal Arts at Alpena Community College in 2021. At Madonna University, she is a first-year student studying Sign Language. She loves writing involving fantasy and sci-fi. When she is not working at the Writing Center or grueling over her own papers, she enjoys drawing and playing music.
