The Center for Writing & Learning will be open for 50-minute appointments starting Monday, September 9 2024. To make an appointment yourself, please follow the instructions on our Request an Appointment page. Students are also more than welcome to 1) call us at 253.879.3404, 2) email us at cwlappointments@pugetsound.edu or 3) stop by Howarth 105 to make appointments.
Tutor bios and hours are below. Each tutor hosts drop-in hours for their respective subject where students may stop by to meet with the tutor without an appointment.
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Hello! I'm Riley, I grew up in Portland, Oregon and love the PNW. I'm a senior here at UPS majoring in business, with a minor in mathematics, and a concentration in finance. Being a member of the men’s soccer team I understand the student-athlete balance and would love to help anyone with their time management skills. I am more than happy to help with accounting/finance related questions and work through any roadblocks together (as I may be learning something new as well)! Questions not related to finance are more than welcome, I will always try to help in the best way I can! Please reach out if any days/times don’t work with you and we can figure something out together.
Hours: Monday (5-7 p.m.), Tuesday (noon-1 p.m.), Wednesday (2-3 p.m.), Thursday (7-9 p.m.)
AbbyPronouns: she/her Heyyy my name is Abby! I am a senior studying biology and environmental policy and decision-making. I grew up a hardcore Oregonian but have grown to love everything Washington has to offer. On campus, you can find me working with our radio station KUPS, in Oppenheimer hanging out or outside looking at moss. Off campus you might see me working at Bluebeard Coffee, playing guitar on my porch, or in Point D flipping logs. After one summer of research I thought the study of ecology was my passion, but this past summer I have explored another realm of research: plant physiology, and I have loved learning in both! Come talk to me about cool critters, any biology class at UPS or any good music you’ve heard recently! I absolutely cannot wait to exchange knowledge with you and learn from each other! Classes taken: BIOL 111, 112, 211, 212, 213, 332 Hours: Monday (7-9 p.m.), Wednesday (7-9 p.m.), Thursday (9-11 a.m.) |
AimeePronouns: she/her/hers Hello! My name is Aimee, and I am a senior biology major from Salem, Oregon. Outside of class, you can find me at Oppenheimer getting coffee, in the Crocker lab hanging with crickets, or outside looking for cool rocks and fossils [I am a wannabe paleontologist :)]. Feel free to drop by with questions about biology courses, concepts, or just college in general. I am so excited to work with you! Classes Taken: BIOL 111 (Crocker), BIOL 112 (Elliott), BIOL 211 (Weiss), BIOL 212 (Hannaford), BIOL 213 (Sosa), ENVR 324 (Fox-Dobbs), BIOL 350 currently (Martin), BIOL 381 currently (Crocker) BIOL 472 (Weiss), BIOL 477 currently (Elliott) Hours: Sunday (noon-2 p.m.), Monday (6-8 p.m.), Friday (1-3 p.m.) |
AlexPronouns: he/him Hi! My name is Alex, and I am a junior majoring in biochemistry and mathematics with a minor in computer science. I’m from Beijing, China, where it gets even colder than here in the winter. When I am not doing academics, I like to make and collect swag and knick knacks of many kinds and spend my afternoon on the track. There are so many things in the world waiting for us to explore, but so little time! So why don’t we start from living organisms, like ourselves, and explore the fascinating biochemistry behind that! Hours: Sunday (3-5 p.m.), Tuesday (2-4 p.m.), Thursday (7-9 p.m.), Friday (Noon-1 p.m.) |
ClarkePronouns: they/them Hey! I’m Clarke, I’m a senior Chemistry major with minors in Math and Education Studies. I’m from Portland, Oregon, and spend my summers in the woods outside the city with a bunch of middle schoolers at an overnight summer camp. When I’m up at UPS and I’m not in class, I love bouldering, working with the natural history museum on campus, and trying out new eyeliner styles. Please stop by with any questions big or small, I’d love to work together to find ways for you to be successful! You’ve totally got this!! Classes taken: CHEM 250 (Scharrer), CHEM 251 (Scharrer), CHEM 231 (Gessel), CHEM 330 (Burgard), CHEM 371 (Mifflin), CHEM 420 (Crane), Course Assistant for CHEM 110 and CHEM 120 Hours: Sunday (5-7 p.m.), Tuesday (9-11 a.m., 7-9 p.m.) |
JoshPronouns: he/him Howdy! I’m Josh, a senior Biochemistry and Studio Art major from Meridian, Idaho. On campus, you can catch me in line for the allergy station crispy pork bowl, doing laps with the logger swim team, or cheering a little too loud at various sporting events. I love weird analogies, working on whiteboards, and getting up and moving a bit as part of the tutoring process. I can also help you set up a planner or share some general study tips. Chemistry and Biology have so many wonderfully interesting things to learn about, and countless sneaky ways they affect our daily lives. Please come on in and see me if you have any questions or just want to chat. Let’s choose to have a great year! Classes Taken: CHEM 110, 120, 250 (Scharrer), 251 (Scharrer), 231, 340, 363, 371, 420, 460, 461, BIOL 212 (Johnson), BIOL 213 (Thynes) Hours: Sunday (7-9 p.m.), Wednesday (7-9 p.m.), Thursday (5-7 p.m.), Friday (9-11 a.m.) |
MadisonPronouns: she/her/hers Hello! My name is Madison and I'm from Durango, Colorado. I am a junior studying chemistry, neuro bioethics, and music at UPS. I play violin in the Puget Sound Symphony Orchestra and I work in the chemistry storeroom as a lab preparation course assistant. I will also be doing research in Professor Siddharth Ramakrishnan's lab on snail embryos. I absolutely love both science and music!! Outside of academics, I typically spend my time playing bass guitar in a band called Juicebox, volunteering at Tacoma General Hospital, or exploring around Tacoma/Seattle and in the outdoors! I love running, skiing, mountain biking, and backpacking! And I also love chemistry. Soooo please come and see me for chemistry help! :) Classes Taken: CHEM 110 (Tollefson), 120 (Hanson), 231 (Gessel), 250 (Boisvert), 251 (Boisvert) and BIOL 111 (Sultemeier), 213 (Sosa) Hours: Monday (7-9 p.m.), Tuesday (2-3 p.m.), Wednesday (11 a.m.-noon), Thursday (1-3 p.m.) |
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Hi! I’m Rhae, a senior from Denver, Colorado studying Chinese and studio art with an art history minor! I’m always looking for ways to bridge my interests in language and art and I look forward to helping you find new ways to explore and practice Chinese language. Outside of school you can often find me hunting for local concerts or petting the dogs around campus. I studied abroad in Taiwan as well so if you have questions about programs or culture I’m a great person to ask! (P.s. ask me about my favorite Taiwanese bands!)
Hours: Sunday (6-8 p.m.), Wednesday (6-8 p.m.), Thursday (3-5 p.m.)
Hello, my name is Miles! I'm a Junior majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Asian Studies, and I'm here to help with anything Comp Sci related. I grew up in a cute little town called Poulsbo in Washington state. Outside of the CWL, you might find me on a run or playing bass guitar with my band! I look forward to working with you, so make an appointment or stop by and say hello!
Hours: Sunday (4-6 p.m.), Tuesday (6-8 p.m.), Thursday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
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Hello! My name is Cooper, I'm a senior majoring in economics and minoring in business administration. I'm from Tacoma, where I was born and raised, so if you ever need advice on where to go or what to do, just ask away! When I'm not studying, I like to go to the gym, walk around the North End, go on hikes, bake, and play games with my housemates. I'm also an econ 101 CA, so I'm sure some of you will recognize me from there. There are so many amazing things about Economics and I can't wait to share them with you!
Classes Taken: Econ 101, Econ 102, Econ 225, Econ 270, Econ 284, Econ 301, Econ 302, Econ 351.
Hours: Monday (3-5 p.m.), Tuesday (5-7 p.m.), Thursday (5-7 p.m.)
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Bonjour! My name is Charley and I’m from Redwood City, California. I’m a sophomore here at UPS, majoring in English and Environmental Policy and Decision Making, with a double minor in French and Spanish. I’ve been speaking French since I was five years old, and I plan on studying abroad in my junior year! Outside of class, you can find me at Divs, rollerblading on the Slab, or dancing with RDG! I’m here for any French related questions you have! Spelling, grammar, pronunciation, why it’s such a beautiful language… if it’s French, I got you!
Hours: Sunday (2-3 p.m.), Tuesday (10 a.m.-noon), Wednesday (6-8 p.m.), Thursday (3-4 p.m.)
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My name is Emma Loenicker. I am a German-American born and raised in Berkeley California. I study politics, history, and German. In the Fall of 2023, I went abroad to Freiburg Germany to immerse myself in German culture and language. As a German heritage speaker, I wanted a chance to study in my second language and it was an incredibly valuable experience. I can be your first point of contact on campus for anything German related. From academic support to cultural curiosity, I am here to help. I look forward to working with all of you.
Hours: Sunday (5-6 p.m.), Tuesday (11 a.m.-noon), Wednesday (6-8 p.m.), Thursday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
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Χαιρετε! (Hello!) I’m Ainsley, and I’m a Philosophy major with an English minor—but I also have a lot of experience in GQS and GLAM. I’m originally from Memphis, TN, but I now call Tacoma my home. I love all things philosophy, literature, and myth, especially when it relates to social justice and feminist issues. This past summer, I went to Greece and ended up curating a museum dedicated to Ancient Greek women’s lives. I’m a proud member of the Ubiquitous They Sketch Comedy team and love acting in my spare time. In my time here, I want to focus on empathy-based peer mentoring that will not only help your grade, but will help your relationship with writing as a whole. I’m so excited to meet you!
Major: Philosophy
Minor: English
Hours: Sunday (1-3 p.m.), Monday (3-5 p.m.), Tuesday (10 a.m.-noon), Thursday (4-6 p.m.), Friday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
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Hello! My name is Quynh-Lan, and I'm a senior majoring in Japanese Language and Culture with a minor in Computer Science. I'm from Austin, Texas, and I've been studying Japanese since middle school. I also studied abroad in Kyoto, Japan over the summer. Outside of class, I enjoy reading manga, playing video games, and relieving stress with Taiko Club. Feel free to drop by if you have any questions, are looking for conversation practice, or even if you'd just like to chat! よろしくお願いします!
Hours: Sunday (1-3 p.m.), Monday (3-5 p.m.), Wednesday (3-5 p.m.)
EllaPronouns: she/they/he Hi, I’m Ella! I use any pronouns, and I am from California. I’m a senior majoring in physics and minoring in mathematics. I am tutoring both math and physics this year! I am excited to share my enthusiasm for these subjects with you. No question is insignificant, and I know just how hard it can be to figure out the right question to ask. Beyond classes, I enjoy relaxing with a puzzle, watching movies, and playing music. I am also a member of the Physics Club on campus. Feel free to stop by with any question, test prep, or idea you want to explore. I look forward to working through some math and physics with you! Hours: Sunday (5-7 p.m.), Monday (9-11 a.m.), Wednesday (10-11 a.m.), Thursday (3-5 p.m.) |
SpencerPronouns: he/him Hi, I’m Spencer and I am currently a senior Mathematics major and Computer Science Minor. I grew up in western Massachusetts and live in Maine when I’m not on campus. In my free time, I like to hike, transcribe music, and play piano. I also really enjoy doing research and have had a great time working with my professors over a couple summers. I look forward to helping you get through any struggles you have! Hours: Sunday (Noon-1 p.m.), Monday (7-9 p.m.), Wednesday (6-9 p.m.) |
EllaPronouns: she/they/he Hi, I’m Ella! I use any pronouns, and I am from California. I’m a senior majoring in physics and minoring in mathematics. I am tutoring both math and physics this year! I am excited to share my enthusiasm for these subjects with you. No question is insignificant, and I know just how hard it can be to figure out the right question to ask. Beyond classes, I enjoy relaxing with a puzzle, watching movies, and playing music. I am also a member of the Physics Club on campus. Feel free to stop by with any question, test prep, or idea you want to explore. I look forward to working through some math and physics with you! Hours: Sunday (5-7 p.m.), Monday (9-11 a.m.), Wednesday (10-11 a.m.), Thursday (3-5 p.m.) |
MaxPronouns: he/they I'm Max Ketterer, and I'm a junior majoring in physics and minoring in math and music! After graduating I want to attend grad school and go into research and teaching, so I'm always eager to help people learn the subject! Outside of class I'm a drummer, photographer, and aspiring astronomer. Hours: Sunday (6-8 p.m.), Tuesday (3-5 p.m.), Wednesday (2-4 p.m.) |
Hi hi! My name is Ellie Hanson and I am a senior majoring in Psychology and Environmental Policy and Decision Making. I am originally from Minneapolis, MN but can truly say Tacoma is home now too! When I am not in the classroom or studying, you can catch me singing with Jam It! a capella, hiking/backpacking, taking walks around the neighborhood, catching up on my favorite podcasts, and (occasionally) dancing if I am feeling extra groovy :) I am so stoked to work with you on all things psych stats and writing (whether psych-related or not!) and I can't wait to meet you and continue my learning journey with you because *phew!* there's always more to explore!
Hours: Sunday (3-5 p.m.), Monday (1-3 p.m.), Wednesday (6-8 p.m.)
AnyaHi! I’m Anya, one of the Spanish tutors! I am from Portland, Oregon and am majoring in Spanish Language, Culture, and Literature and minoring in Education. In my free time, I enjoy rock climbing, crafting, and going on hikes. I’m looking forward to meeting and working with you! Hours: Second Semester Only |
SarahPronouns: she/her Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm a sophomore here at UPS. I'm from Bellevue, Washington, and I am planning on minoring in Spanish. I am also a member of the women's basketball team here on campus. I enjoy watching movies, trying new places to eat, and you can probably catch me stopping to pet a cute dog on campus. I'm excited to be one of the Spanish tutors at the CWL. I'm looking forward to working with you! Hours: Monday (2-4 p.m.), Tuesday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.),Thursday (10 a.m.-noon) |
ZoePronouns: she/her Hi! My name is Zoe, and I am a Junior from Denver, CO. I am double majoring in gender & queer studies and Spanish and am studying abroad next semester in Granada, Spain. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy climbing, going on long walks in the rain, and taking pictures of the sky. I’m also an avid reader so if you have any recommendations let me know! I can’t wait to get to know you guys and help you with your studies :) Hours: Sunday (1-3 p.m.), Monday (9-11 a.m.), Tuesday (4-6 p.m.), Thursday (4-6 p.m.), Friday (10-11 a.m.) |
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Hello, my name is Gavin! I am a senior studying natural sciences (biology) with a double-minor in chemistry and mathematics. I am from Sammamish, Washington which is an hour north of campus! I have conducted two summer research terms here at Puget Sound with Professor Crocker of the biology department… ask me about crickets! When I am not working on schoolwork you can find me working on cars, volunteering, and running! I am ecstatic to work with you on anything and everything related to statistics!
Classes Taken: Math 160 (Paradise), Math 260 (Paradise), Biol 111 (Crocker), Biol 212 (Hannaford), Biol 213 (Sosa), Biol 357 (Crocker), Biol 290, 390, and 490 (Crocker)
Hours: Sunday (7-9 p.m.), Monday (3-5 p.m.), Thursday (5-7 p.m.)