Writing Center

Erik Billings

Pronouns: He/Him

Erik is a first-year graduate student in English at West Chester University. When he's not on campus, Erik dedicates his time to fiction writing or attempting to read from his ever-expanding library. He enjoys learning languages and prides himself on being the best cat dad ever!

Kristen Emig

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Kristen is a graduate student at West Chester University. She is working on her Master’s in English. Prior to working at the Writing Center, Kristen was a high school English teacher for three years. Outside of the Writing Center, she enjoys playing soccer, reading books, and stitching.

Sylvie Goodnough

Pronouns: She/Her

Sylvie Goodnough is a second-year undergraduate student majoring in geography and minoring in French. This is her first year at the writing center. Outside of the writing center, she enjoys writing, baking, and playing video games.

Sarah Mengel

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Sarah is an English graduate student at West Chester University. This is her first year at the Writing Center. Outside of the Writing Center, she enjoys writing poetry and reading. Fun Fact: Sarah has a tattoo for "Howl" by Allen Ginsberg!

Mark Nyman

Pronouns: (He/Him/His)

Mark is a Graduate student pursuing his master's degree in English Literature. He was a tutor at the Writing Center during his undergraduate career and is excited to be back.

Alexis Shulski

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Alexis is in her first year of the TESOL graduate program at West Chester University and this is her first semester tutoring in the Writing Center. She originally graduated from West Chester in 2020 with a degree in Early Grades Prep and Special Education. She was a teacher for three years in Hatboro-Horsham SD. Now, she is focusing on getting her masters and spending time with her daughter, Winter. Fun Fact: She has a dog named Hades, a cat named Zeus, and a fish named Poseidon!

Alyssa Stielper

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Alyssa Stielper is a first-year graduate student in the English MA program on the Writing, Teaching, and Criticism track. This is her first year at the writing center at West Chester University, and outside of the writing center she enjoys reading and yoga. Fun fact: Alyssa is currently writing her own fiction book to be published.

Dr. Ilknur Sancak-Marusa

Director, Writing Center, Professor of English
ISancak-Marusa@wcupa.edu
610-436-2220

Amy Hancox

Associate Director, Learning Assistance and Resource Center (LARC) & The Writing Center
AHancox@wcupa.edu
610-436-2402

Amy Hancox earned her B.A. in English Literature & Secondary Education from Eastern University and her M.S. in Higher Education Policy and Student Affairs (HEPSA) from West Chester University. Her research interests include ADHD & the role of academically supporting students, especially during the transition from high school into college.

Jamee Tobias

Clerk Typist II, Learning Assistance and Resource Center
Jtobias@wcupa.edu
610-436-2535