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| Emma with Coop the Cardinal |
Here is what Emma had to say about her work at the Writing Center:
"Here at the Writing Center, I tutor fellow students in a variety of disciplines and assignments. Outside of the Center here on campus, I also serve as the coordinator for the Saginaw and Bay Community Writing Centers. These Centers each operate twice a month, serving residents of Saginaw and Bay Counties. As coordinator, I am responsible for marketing the centers through email blasts, our websites, and fliers as well as facilitating writing workshops, tutoring in the centers, and making sure they operate smoothly. In addition to these two roles, I have co-presented at a Michigan Writing Center Association Conference and will be presenting in March at the East Central Writing Center Association conference at The Ohio State University. I have enjoyed each opportunity I have had, and look forward to the future!"
Emma is also a strong advocate of improving one's own writing and really enjoys being able to assist other students and community members with their writing, through the Writing Center:
"Writing is such a valuable skill to have, and being a tutor allows me to help others improve upon this skill. Every profession includes writing in some form or another, so being able to clearly communicate ideas through written word is crucial. I like tutoring because it allows me to interact with people I wouldn’t usually have the opportunity to talk to. Connecting with others through the words they have written and the reasons behind their words is really special. I like to help others. I like to hear other people’s perspectives. Tutoring allows me to do so."
When she isn't working in the Writing Center or the Community Writing Centers, Emma is highly involved in other activities and groups on campus:
"In addition to working at the Writing Center, I am a member (and future Board of Directors member) of Forever Red, the Co-president of Pie Club, an Orientation Leader, and a Foundation Scholar. SVSU has given me so many opportunities to grow academically, professionally, and personally, and I cannot stress my love for this university enough. This is truly a special placed filled with faculty who care and so many ways for students to get involved and find their passions. It’s always a great day to be a Cardinal!"
