Peer writing consultants are students with varying backgrounds and majors who have proven themselves to be strong writers and have been trained to help other students with their writing projects. Some are earning credit through English 185, some hold work-study positions, and a few even volunteer their time. Note: Because peer consultants are student writers themselves, they are not expected to explain the finer points of grammar or punctuation rules. Questions about the mechanics of writing should be addressed to lead consultants or the writing center director.
Lead consultants are experienced writers and readers, who hold four-year degrees in writing-intensive fields. They help to train our peer consultants, hold individual conferences with students, create many of our writing center materials, and field questions about grammar and punctuation.
Dodie Forrest and Mary Dahlin are die-hard writing center enthusiasts, writing instructors, writers, and coaches for the staff of consultants. Give them a call any time you have a question or comment about the Writing Center.
Andrea Simon earned her AA degree at YVCC. She has more than four years of consulting experience and is a member of the Association for the Tutoring Profession.
Brad Smith holds a bachelor's degree in education. He has taught public school English, speaks fluent Spanish, and is knowledgeable about ESL/EFL concerns.
Office: Glenn Anthon 177 and 125B
Phone: 574-4822
E-mail: dforrest@yvcc.edu
Kim Nolt has a degree in elementary education, a master's in education, ATP certification, public school teaching experience, and 10 years writing center experience.
Office: L130
Phone: 882-7017
E-mail: mdahlin@yvcc.edu
