Meet Our Writing Assistants
Julia B.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Julia Burke, and I’m a communications major with a concentration in public relations and journalism. I’m excited to work in Writing Services because I’m very passionate about reading, writing, and helping others. I’m also a sister of Alpha Sigma Tau here at Monmouth, and I write for the Outlook newspaper.
Prof. Belinski
Faculty Writing Assistant
I have been an instructor of English at Monmouth for fifteen plus years. Currently, I am teaching composition (EN 100, 101 and 102 and EN 201 and 202) (literature survey courses). I have been a writing assistant for about 10 years. My interests regarding education are the non-traditional student in the college environment. My personal fun is spending time with my grandchildren, gardening and playing tennis. The best part of my job is meeting interesting students.
Hannah C.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Hannah and I am a junior majoring in Music with a concentration in the Music Industry. In addition to working in Writing Services, I’m also a member of Tau Sigma National Honor Society. This will be my first semester working in Writing Services and I am very much looking forward to it!
Prof. Cavallo
Faculty Writing Assistant
I received my MA in English from Monmouth University, and I’m currently at the start of my fourth year teaching composition courses, and my second year of teaching at Monmouth (EN 101 & 102). My favorite thing about teaching composition is connecting with my students through their writing, and helping them grow as both writers and thinkers. In turn, I’ve found that I learn quite a bit from them, as well! I’m looking forward to my first year tutoring for Writing Services. In my free time I can be found photographing wildlife, pets, and concerts, as well as working on my first collection of creative nonfiction personal essays, and playing clarinet in a local concert band.
Prof. Connelly
Faculty Writing Assistant
I received my BA and MA in English from Monmouth University with a special interest in Postmodern Literature. Currently, I am in my third year of teaching first-year composition and my sixth year of tutoring in Writing Services. My goal as a professor and Writing Assistant is to aid students in reaching their potential as great writers while also helping them realize that their thoughts, ideas, and opinions are significant in this world. In my free time, I enjoy reading, binge-watching Netflix, and keeping up with the latest pop culture.
Cassandra C.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Cassandra. I am a junior who is majoring in English and Elementary Education with a concentration in P-3. In addition to working at the writing center, I am an editor for The Outlook newspaper and I am an active sister of Alpha Xi Delta.
Cassidy H.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Cassidy Henning and I am a sophomore communications major with a concentration in PR and journalism and a minor in marketing. Along with being a writing assistant, I am a member of the Phi Eta Sigma honor society and a sister of Alpha Xi Delta.
Madison H.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Madison Hlavach and I am a current senior English & Secondary Education Major with a Creative Writing Concentration here at Monmouth University. I am very excited to be starting my journey at Writing Services this year! I have a passion for reading and writing as well as rhetorical studies in English. I hope to help students here at Writing Services develop their writing skills as well as assist them in recognizing what their strength as writers are and how these strengths can help them improve their weaknesses. Being able to work with others here at Writing Services is an incredible opportunity for me as I aspire to be an educator one day myself. Throughout my journey here, I hope to help others discover the beauty that writing skills can have on all aspects of their lives.
Alyssa K.
Peer Writing Assistant
Hi, my name is Alyssa Kelly. I am a junior here at Monmouth. I major in English with minors in Psychology and Journalism. I’ve always loved to read and write, so I’m excited to help others improve and grow in their writing!
Prof. Keller
Faculty Writing Assistant
Hello! My name is Daphne Keller. I am a graduate student studying Literature in the English Department. I have a BA in English from Rowan University. I also have a School Nursing Certificate from the Nursing Department here at MU. I have been working at Writing Services since May 2016.
Jane L
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Jane and I’m a sophomore majoring in English Literature with a minor in Journalism. As a Peer Learning Assistant and Vice President of S.P.E.C.T.R.U.M, the equality club on campus, I love dedicating my time to helping others grow positively. Some of my interests and hobbies include activism, gender studies, history, playing piano, writing and reading. My plans after graduation are to enroll in a PhD program in Literature, write and teach.
McKenna M
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is McKenna Mallory. I am an economics and finance major with a minor in political science. I am in the Honors School and am a member of Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. I am excited to work in Writing Services because I love helping others to improve their school work.
Nicole O.
Peer Writing Assistant
Hi! My name is Nicole Ondrof and I am a sophomore Secondary Education and English major here at Monmouth. I am very involved with the Honors School and help out with many of their events here on campus. I am also a member of SAB and Artists for Change. I am excited to work as a Writing Assistant because I am passionate about reading and writing, and I enjoy helping people to reach their full potential!
Prof. Rao
Faculty Writing Assistant
I have been with writing center as a tutor since 2010 and I having been teaching history at Monmouth University and Brookdale Community College for the past fourteen years. At Monmouth, I have taught the two Western Civilization courses and a senior Perspectives course on countercultures in America which I created. Currently, I teach the Perspectives course and the History of Empires, another course that I created as an alternative to Western Civilization. Currently I am working on getting two new Perspectives courses approved. Prior to teaching, I was in college textbook publishing holding a range of jobs from sales representative to editor to director of educational databases. I also have taught middle school and high school in the US Virgin Islands. I enjoy following sports, especially The Ohio State Buckeyes, and reading, especially history (surprise) and mysteries. Most of all, I enjoy being with my family.
Amanda S
Peer Writing Assistant
I’m Amanda and I’m a senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and minoring in Sociology. I’m also a member of the Honors School and a member of Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society. I’ve always been passionate about reading and writing so I’m super excited to be working as a peer writing assistant!
Prof. Sampson
Faculty Writing Assistant
My name is Lauren Sampson, and I’m an adjunct professor in the communication department of Monmouth University and Kean University. I’ve been a writing assistant for approximately five years. I was drawn to Writing Services because I found that many of our students were having difficulty with writing skills, and I wanted to help in some way. I’m also on the Board of Western Monmouth Habitat for Humanity in charge of publicity.
Nicole T.
Peer Writing Assistant
My name is Nicole and I am an English major with a concentration in creative writing. I am a part of the Monmouth Review and the dance club, as well as the Phi Eta Sigma National Honors Society. I am also in the Honors School. I have always loved to write and cannot wait to help others improve their writing!