My approach to the writing process is founded upon my experience as an editor for a literary magazine with over 500,000 monthly pageviews, where I helped writers craft compelling and authentic essays for both print and online publication. As a student in UCLA’s English program, I have also studied in workshops with some of our most acclaimed contemporary novelists, and won the university’s highest award for short writing in my Junior year.
I’ve come to understand, however, that developing...
My approach to the writing process is founded upon my experience as an editor for a literary magazine with over 500,000 monthly pageviews, where I helped writers craft compelling and authentic essays for both print and online publication. As a student in UCLA’s English program, I have also studied in workshops with some of our most acclaimed contemporary novelists, and won the university’s highest award for short writing in my Junior year.
I’ve come to understand, however, that developing a powerful story is just as much about nurturing a writer’s voice as it is honing their material. For over five years, I was an instructor of argumentation and persuasive writing through the Public Debate Program, working closely with hundreds of students across all ages. As a former member of the U.S. International Debate Team and a top-10 ranked competitor in the Parliamentary format, I know how to guide you toward a compelling narrative, rather than simply tidy up your sentences. My time at the Public Debate Program was specifically directed toward students in underfunded districts, so I’ve lectured and tutored a broad range of students with various backgrounds and writing styles, empowering each one of them to tell a story that’s uniquely their own!
My primary focus is college counseling, specifically in supporting students with their personal statements. The goal of the personal statement is to create a portrayal that is both genuine and gripping, which is why my process involves plenty of communication and questions. On the journey to a stand-out story, building confidence in the writer is crucial! My specialty is understanding what qualities distinguish you as a multifaceted, promising candidate, and then helping you develop a narrative that best showcases your skills and passions.
I am committed to not only the success of your work, but to your personal growth! It brings me immense satisfaction to understand each student's nuances, and to capture those dimensions on the page. I can’t wait to meet you!
