Writing Center Staff

Ben Andrews (he/him/his) is a first-year MFA student studying creative writing. Ben holds a BA in sociology/anthropology from Ohio Wesleyan University, as well as an MA and PhD in sociology from The Ohio State University. He enjoys helping students write clearly and simply in their own voice. Ben can also provide expert guidance in a wide range of social science concepts as well as statistics, research methods, and understanding disciplinary-specific ideas. Ben has published several original research articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to social inequality, education, college student success, and finance topics such as college student debt and credit card use. Ben can help you with tasks ranging from getting started on a confusing project to revising a capstone project or thesis to reflect the hard work you’ve put into your writing and research. 

Kai Beck (he/him/his) is a first-year MFA student in the Creative Writing Program studying poetry. He grew up in Bentonville, Arkansas and recently moved to Milledgeville to pursue his degree. Kai received a BA in English and a BFA in creative writing from Arkansas Tech University in 2022. Kai's long-term goal is to teach creative writing at the university level. When he is not working, Kai enjoys experimenting with painting, curling up with his cat and a collection of poems, and trying out new baking recipes. He is a detail-oriented reader and writer, who has experience as an editor for a literary magazine and expertise in literary analysis, film analysis, research papers, and creative writing. He is ready to assist with any assignment at any stage of the writing process. 

Christine Blitch (she/her/hers) is a third-year exercise science major. She is a part of both the Honors College and the Leadership Certificate Program at GCSU. Christine is pursuing the pre-professional track to one day attend graduate school and become a physician's assistant. She was born and raised in Evans, GA, right outside of Augusta. She grew up with her parents, sister, and many pets. Outside of the Writing Center, you can find Christine walking her dog, spending time with friends, or singing at church! She enjoys writing and helping others through every step of the writing process. From brainstorming and essay outlines to revision and finalizing, Christine is willing to help you in any way she can! Her goal is not only to help you tackle a paper but to enhance the writer in you! She is most familiar with APA formatting but can help you with any style guide. 

Annabelle Broome (she/her/hers) is a fourth-year early childhood education major. She is currently a senior in the Early Childhood cohort, and she wants to be a first-grade teacher once she graduates in 2024. She is from Loganville, Georgia, and she twirled baton for her marching band all throughout high school. In her free time, Annabelle loves to read, write, watch movies, and spend time with her fiancé, friends, and family. She loves all things Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel. She also loves the Georgia Bulldogs and cheering for them on Saturdays in the fall. Annabelle won a writing contest in her childhood and has since enjoyed writing for class assignments and for pleasure. When it comes to writing, Annabelle specializes in the organization and the overall flow of papers as well as transitional strategies. She is looking forward to assisting all students to become the best writers they can be, and she is excited to learn from others.

Ashlee Brown (she/her/hers) is a final semester MA student focusing on English literature. She grew up in Danville, GA (about 45 minutes from Milledgeville) and having lived here for six years now, she considers this her second home. She is an alumnus of Georgia College, where she earned her BA in English with a concentration in creative writing. Ashlee has a passion for all things cooking and kitchen and loves preparing meals to share with her friends and family. When she's not working on perfecting new recipes, she enjoys working out or getting comfy on the couch to watch horror movies. Newly engaged, Ashlee loves spending her free time with her fiancée, Macy, and their new puppy, Kai. She hopes to show students through tutoring that writing can be enjoyable and expressive! She is most comfortable with MLA format, but will be happy to assist in any writing style. 

Grace Cote (she/her/hers) is a fourth-year biology major with double minors in Spanish language and culture and environmental science. As a driven student, she aspires to further her learning by pursuing a master's degree in ecology/biology. Her passions go beyond science, as she also has a fondness for writing, food, friends, and her fur baby. When it comes to writing, Grace has a set of skills that are very well-rounded, but she is especially useful in helping students brainstorm, outline, and organize their papers. She can help any student with any topic, but since she is a STEM major, she will be particularly helpful to those with science-based research papers and APA formatting. Grace ultimately hopes that her love for writing and languages can inspire others to appreciate or find something about the writing process that they might relate to and love as well. 

Jordan Curland (she/her/hers) is a second-year finance major with a minor in business. She is from Norcross, GA, where she attended Greater Atlanta Christian School. She discovered her love for writing at a young age and aspires to be a professional writer and editor in the future. Jordan specializes in poetry, personal narratives, and academic writing. She understands structure and is quick to spot grammatical errors. When she is not writing, you can find Jordan at the gym, painting sheet signs for her sorority, or playing intramurals! She hopes to see you soon in the Writing Center! 

Christina Faber (she/her) is a first-year creative writing MFA student studying poetry.  She was born and raised in New York and recently moved to Milledgeville to pursue her poetic endeavors. She graduated from Stony Brook University in 2023 with a degree in creative writing and a minor in environmental humanities. Outside of the Writing Center, you can find her reading and writing poetry, playing with her cat, Ladybug, and decorating her bullet journal with an extensive collection of stickers and washi tape. Having worked on a university literary magazine as a reader and copy editor, Christina’s writing strengths lie in craft, literature analysis, research, and interpretation. In the Writing Center, she is able and happy to help you with a project in any way you need. 

Emma Garcia (she/her/hers) is a first-year MFA student studying creative writing with a focus on poetry. Emma was born and raised in Southern California, but she recently moved to Milledgeville, Georgia to pursue her MFA. She graduated from the University of La Verne in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing, a Bachelor of Science in psychology, and a certificate in publishing. When Emma is not busy, she enjoys showing people pictures of her dog, Zoey, and rewatching episodes of The Mandalorian specifically seasons one and two. As for writing, Emma enjoys helping students to brainstorm their ideas and locate APA and MLA issues that might be causing the student any stress. She is here to help and here to hopefully make a student’s writing journey easier and more fun. 

Morgan Gosdin (she/her/hers) is a second-year student with double majors in psychology and Spanish and minors in LACLS and international studies. She is a member of the Honors College, is involved in GCSU’s psychology club, and participates in the cognitive research lab. She is planning to attend graduate school to earn her master’s degree and become a mental health counselor. Morgan was born in Canton, Georgia and spent portions of her childhood in Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic, where she learned Spanish. She now lives in Canton with her family and dog. When she is not in the Writing Center, Morgan loves spending time at Kudzu, cooking something new, and cheering on the Braves. She thoroughly enjoys writing and is able to help with any part of the writing process-- from brainstorming to drafting to revising. She would be happy to walk through any kind of writing assignment with you, including Spanish papers and psychological research!

Haley James (she/her/hers) is an English literature major set to graduate with her BA in Decmber. She is from Bethlehem, Georgia (right outside of Athens, GA). She hopes to one day work as a business analyst or copy editor after obtaining her MA in literature from GCSU, a program she will begin in the spring of 2024. Although she is most well-versed in MLA format, Haley is comfortable with scientific papers as well, and she will be happy to help you with MLA, Chicago, APA, or anything else you may need. Haley loves her dog, her friends and family, and going to the movies.  

Alana Kelly (she/her/hers) is a first-year MA student studying English literature. She was born in Kansas, but has lived in Savannah, GA for the last 14 years. She earned her AAS in Information Systems Technology from Ogeechee Technical College in 2019, and then recently earned her BA in English with a concentration in literature at Georgia College. Alana has a passion for both IT and literature and has worked in several different work fields where she has been able to use both of her passions to their fullest potential. Outside of academics and work, Alana loves to be outdoors with her dog, Maggie, either hiking, camping, or going to state parks for the day. She hopes, through tutoring, that she is able to help writers become more comfortable and enjoy the process of writing, as she is most comfortable with MLA and research-driven papers.

Olivia McDuffie (she/her/hers) is a first-year MA student focusing on English literature. She was born in Atlanta and raised in Milledgeville. Her family is from Tokyo, Japan, and she is very proud of her Japanese heritage. In the Spring of 2023, Olivia earned her BA in English with a concentration in literature at Georgia College. Olivia is most comfortable with MLA and APA formats but is happy to aid you in all different writing styles. Olivia loves listening to music and attending concerts; she collects CDs and recently started collecting vinyl. She is currently a DJ at Georgia College’s radio station, WGUR. Olivia also has a passion for baking-- especially decorating cupcakes. 

Connor Moore (he/him/his) is a first-year English MA student. He was born and raised in Musella, Georgia (about 30 minutes south of Macon). His goal is to become a film and media professor here at Georgia College, motivated by the plethora of amazing courses he has taken in his time as an undergraduate student. If you ever need someone to read over your film or literary analyses, he’s your man! Connor’s absolute favorite thing, and partly why he wants to become a film and media professor, is Japanese film and media, specifically anime (his favorite is Netflix’s Komi Can’t Communicate) and Tokusatsu (primarily the Kamen Rider and Super Sentai franchises), the latter of which he wrote about for his undergraduate thesis! 

Sarah Neilson (Sarah Sunfire, they/she) is working towards her MFA in fiction under the Flannery O’Connor Fellowship. She’s originally from New Orleans, but has lived all over the United States and is passionate about regional cultures. She received a BA in English with a minor in theatre arts from the University of Iowa and an MA in children’s literature from Hollins University. She’s published short plays, flash fiction, short stories, editorials, and poems. Her Substack, "Hot and Disabled," is an ongoing series of personal essays about disability, body image, writing, and media. 

McKayla Odum (she/her/hers) is a third-year biology major with a minor in chemistry. She is a goals-oriented student who plans to apply to dental school and hopes to be an orthodontist. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing with her fur baby, Jazz, and hanging out with friends. She is a very organized person that is good at figuring out a good layout and flow for a paper. Since she is a STEM major, she is extremely helpful in writing lab reports and research-based papers. With her experience with lab reports, she is very helpful when it comes to using Excel. She is very excited to help people not dread having to write papers or do reports. 

Sruti Sajja (she/her/hers) is a third-year marketing major with a concentration in human resources. She was born and raised in Johns Creek, Georgia, and dreams of working in book marketing. She enjoys writing creatively and is always looking to become a better storyteller. As a business major, she’s become passionate about plain writing and the ethicality behind it. Sruti is a podcaster for the GC Bizcast, a Younglife leader, and a member of the Georgia Education Mentorship and Leadership Certificate programs. She is most comfortable with MLA, but can assist you with different writing styles too! When she is not in the Writing Center, Sruti spends her time thrifting, drinking coffee, and reading!

Michael Sevcik (he/him/his) is a second-year MFA student in the Creative Writing Program at Georgia College.  Michael moved to Milledgeville from Rhode Island with his wife and two daughters in 2018. After receiving his BFA from Rhode Island School of Design, he discovered the creative potential of writing as a discipline, and a powerful form of self-expression. Michael’s interests are broad, and he shares a natural curiosity for all genres of writing, as well as film and literary studies with his wife and colleagues. When he is not spending time with his family or writing poetry, you might see him fishing or hiking at one of the many local parks/lakes the area has to offer. He greatly enjoys spending time outdoors for recreational purposes, and to center himself in the natural silence and beauty of nature. Michael will be happy to assist students of any discipline with their writing assignments.

Cat Wall (she/her/hers) is a first year History and English major with a minor in Spanish Language and Culture. She is a part of the Honors College here at Georgia College. She hopes to apply to Law School after completing her undergraduate degree and pursue either criminal or business law. Outside of the Writing Center, she enjoys reading, painting, Spotify, and spending time with her pets and family back in Atlanta. She has had a love for writing since she was young and wishes to help anyone with anything they need in order to produce a successful paper with any aspect of the writing process. She is familiar with MLA format but has experience with APA and Chicago Style and is willing to help in any way she can. She hopes she can help others grow to love writing and become more enthusiastic about it.

Josh Wilson (he/his) graduated from Frostburg State University in Maryland with a BA in English. Originally from West Virginia, he spent most of his early adult years in factories and blue-collar jobs, writing on his lunch breaks. His fiancée urged him to pursue an education in doing something he loves; now he is on the fiction track in the Georgia College and State University MFA program. It’s his dream to have a novel published. He loves his fiancée and his three French bulldogs. In his free time, he enjoys watching boxing and David Lynch films.