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About Me.

I'm a former tenured professor and the author of three nonfiction books and over a dozen academic articles. I have more than a decade of experience as a writing coach and college admissions counselor. I've worked with students and professionals from a variety of backgrounds at every stage of the writing process—from high school seniors crafting standout college essays to doctoral candidates completing dissertations, executives developing high-impact projects, and academics working on book projects. I have helped students gain admissions to top universities like Columbia, NYU, UCLA, and the University of Oregon, as well as competitive medical schools and PhD programs. 

 

I bring both academic expertise and a deep understanding of writing as a practice—one that is challenging, but  also one of the most rewarding forms of self-expression. To me, a good writing coach can make all the difference, offering the structure, accountability, and insight that turn a daunting project into a meaningful process of discovery.

 

As your coach, my goal is to empower your personal writing practice.

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Experience and Education

2018-2025

Sonoma State University

2015-2018

Oklahoma State University

2009-2015

University of Oregon

2004-2006

San Diego State University

2001-2004

George Mason University

Associate Professor of Philosophy

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Assistant Professor of Philosophy

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PhD, Philosophy

MA, Women's Studies

BA, English Literature and Cultural Studies

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541-525-9369

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