Dr. Zepernick

I have a Ph.D. in English, and I’ve been associated with writing centers in various ways since my first WC job as a peer tutor in 1988. I’m interested in practically everything, so I love being in the Writing Center because that lets me work with people from all over the university. I think my biggest strength as a writer (and writing consultant) is getting to the point and staying on point. In aspects of writing where I’m not naturally gifted (for example, in getting to the point!), I’ve worked hard to develop those skills, so I’m also a good example of someone who has become a proficient writer over time with a lot of effort and feedback from others rather than being a “born” writer.

Lora

I’ve been one of the assistant directors of the Writing Center since 2014.  I have a BSED in English Education and an MA in English with an emphasis in Literature.  I love learning, and so I’m interested in basically everything.  My current interests are sewing, teaching English as a foreign language, fiction writing, and reading about how the brain works.  One thing that I think helps me as a writer, and also as a writing center consultant, is that I am very detail-oriented. 

Glenn

I am one of the assistant directors of the Writing Center and have been since 2016. I have an MA in English with an emphasis in Literature, but I have spent the past several years developing into a writing specialist. Besides work in our center, I teach English composition courses here at PSU, and I do grant writing. I am passionate about history (I have a BA in the subject), especially medieval British history, and I think a day at a ballpark watching a baseball game is the best way to spend a day. I am filled with wanderlust, so if you can’t find me in the Writing Center, you can find me on adventure!

MacKenzie

My name is MacKenzie and I am in my third semester working at the Writing Center. I am majoring in Psychology with minors in Criminology and Youth and Adolescence. In my spare time I enjoy reading, playing tennis, and going on road trips. As a writer, my strengths are literary analyses and research papers. I am particularly knowledgeable about APA formatting. I am also detail oriented and a good organizer. I look forward to working with you!

Vincent

My name is Vincent and I am an English major with an emphasis in creative writing. I am a junior and this is my third year working at the Writing Center. In my free time I enjoy playing video games and hanging out with my cat. I think my strengths as a writer include creativity and focusing on main ideas.