Our People
Writing Center Director
Casey L. Ford, MFA
casey.ford@lamar.edu
(409) 880-8587
Casey is a poet, editor, and scholar who has long called LU home. Before she began teaching, she worked as a content editor in Web Communications and as a thesis and dissertation specialist in the College of Graduate Studies. In addition to her current role as writing center director, she also teaches creative writing and composition in the Department of English and Modern Languages, and she is co-editor with Dr. Adam Nemmers of the Review of Texas Books. See curriculum vita.
Writing Center Coordinators
Bri
"Hi, it's nice to meet you! In the photo, that's me on the left. I work at the front desk, so if you come into the Writing Center, I am one of the first people that you see! I am bilingual in writing and speaking English and Spanish. I'm working on being trilingual by majoring in ASL Interpreting. I am a beginner, but I can sufficiently communicate with Deaf students as well! I will always be happy to assist you in any questions that you may have for the Writing Center, and we all look forward to working alongside with you to make your LU experience even better!"
Gabby
"I am an undergraduate student majoring in Math and Interdisciplinary Studies with a 4-8 Generalist concentration (fancy speak for middle school education). I work at the front desk with Bri, and I love greeting and getting to know new and regular clients. I am here for your writing center needs, so please don't hesitate to stop by my desk!"
Writing Center Coaches
Meet your writing coaches!
Below is an alphabetical list of our coaching staff by first name. If you have an online session, you'll find their Collaborate link below -- click it to join your meeting.Brandon
"Hello! I'm an undergrad history major and English minor who enjoys researching and writing, relaxing with a good read, and collaborating with others to elevate our writing skills. I also enjoy music and play a mean drum set. What is more relevant, (unless you want to form a band), is my experience with Chicago Manual of Style, MLA, and general enjoyment of the drafting process for all writing styles! I believe for best results in our writing endeavors, there must be a collaborative, comfortable environment that emphasizes personal objectives above highly prescriptive grammar rules."
Chatman
"I have been working at the Writing Center since the summer of 2012. My areas of expertise: to help deaf/hearing students improve their English writing skills and critical thinking skills; also to help students understand and execute their assignments more successfully. MLA-proficient; APA-proficient. I am a proficient ASL user and have the capability to provide communication access to deaf students in ASL.
For hearing students: I am Deaf, and I have tutored numerous hearing students, from undergraduate to doctoral candidates. I communicate with hearing students via MS Word, text on Collaborate Ultra, or any form of text. Some hearing students communicate with me in sign language or ASL."
Felix
"Hi, I'm Felix! I am currently a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English, with a minor concentration in writing. Though it sounds cliche, I absolutely adore writing. In my downtime, I enjoy writing both nonfiction and fiction, and I also write poetry. As for academic writing, I am well-versed in MLA and APA writing formats. I am most experienced with analysis and research essays, but also have experience with reports and other types of writing. I know some basics of ASL, as well. I look forward to working together!"
Gillian
"I am an English major at Lamar University, and writing has always been my passion. Working in the Writing Center is another way for me to express my passion for literature while also helping other students. I am most familiar with MLA and APA. If I am not in the Writing Center, I am usually still writing or reading. My brain is always turned on creative mode!"
Isabel
"I am a communications graduate now pursuing my second degree in graphic design. I enjoy reading and writing, and I’m looking forward to working at the Writing Center and assisting fellow Cardinals. I know both APA and MLA styles and have experience with persuasive writing in advertising. See you soon!"
Jeri
"My name is Jeri! I am an English major with a passion for history. I intend to become an international journalist. I thoroughly enjoy writing about any and all subjects. With my experience in MLA, APA, Chicago, and AP formats, I strive to help other students in a wide range of fields."
Keely
"Hello! My name is Keely, and I am an English major at Lamar. I enjoy the opportunity to talk with others about their writing. I love to see the types of work people come in with because I often learn about topics I otherwise would not think to learn about. I particularly adore creative writing, and I would love to help others with their own. Of course, I also have plenty of experience with academic papers and can assist with those as well, being a student myself. I'm most accustomed to MLA format, but I have worked with APA before. When I'm not writing, I also love to play video games and draw, both of which help me come up with more ideas for my own writing endeavors."
Kensi
"I am an English major here at Lamar, and I love working at the Writing Center. I enjoy helping students with their assignments, especially English papers, and guiding them to become better writers. I personally enjoy reading very much, and I love to use that to connect with students that visit us. I know both APA and MLA styles well and can also answer general questions about Chicago Manual of Style."
Olive
"I major in Communications here at Lamar University, and I hope to become an editor and poet one day. I have experience in both academic and creative writing. I can assist with any part of the writing process including brainstorming, organizing, and clarifying ideas. I am proficient in MLA, APA, and AP."
Paul
Paul is currently completing his doctoral studies at Lamar University and has been tutoring students while studying since 1996. He considers himself to be a balanced bilingual, equally proficient in both ASL and written English. Paul specializes in APA 7 and usually has the APA publication manual by his side while he writes research papers. For fun, he enjoys reading, researching, and writing.
Sky
"I am a student at Lamar majoring in English. Ever since I was a kid, I knew I was passionate about writing, reading, and all things literature. I love reading fiction as well as contemporary poetry. I am proficient in using MLA specifically, and I am aspiring my hardest to become more familiar with using APA, Chicago, and other scholarly styles. Furthermore, I love helping people produce ideas, as well as offering encouraging feedback, and alternative approaches to constructing an essay. My goal ultimately is to assist students with their essays, guiding them toward being able to fully express the main idea or thesis of their paper. Working at the writing center is a privilege and a passion, the environment is always positive. It's exciting working here, I get to do one of my favorite hobbies: reading."
Teri
"Hello! I'm an English major with an art history minor at Lamar University. I mainly specialize in MLA style, but I've dabbled in APA and AP styles of writing, too. When I'm not working, I take an interest in the arts--particularly writing, drawing, music, and theatre. While I like to create my own work, I also love diving into other people’s creations and getting inspired from their contagious passion to create. With my degree, I plan on becoming a comic book illustrator and writer."
Valeria
"I am a graduate student of electrical engineering with a passion for research and writing. My academic journey fueled my enthusiasm for crafting well- structured and insightful papers. I am proficient in APA and IEEE style. I am committed to help others excel in their endeavors, so let’s team up and turn cool ideas into impactful words!"