Meet the Writing Fellows

Class: 2026

Major(s): Health Behavior Science

Minor(s): Business Administration, Global Health

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I am a Blue Hen Ambassador and Diversity Enrichment Leader, an undergraduate researcher in the department of Epidemiology, as well as an active member of Gamma Phi Beta sorority and Hillel! Outside of school I love to dance, play soccer and am learning how to cook!

Favorite books and authors: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is an amazing biography that weaves together science and storytelling making it one of my favorites. I love Ayn Rand as well, and of course will always return to The Hunger Games or Harry Potter when I am in the mood for some fantasy!

Advice to college writers: Many professors will provide you with prompts that leave room for freedom. When presented with a choice of topic, be sure to choose something that you are interested in or passionate about! Your best writing will come when you are truly engaged with and excited by the topic.

Class: 2027

Major(s): English

Minor(s): Medical Humanities, Global Healh

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Live music events, traveling, running

Favorite books and authors: The Secret History by Donna Tartt, The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath, Death in Her Hands by Ottessa Moshfegh

Advice to college writers: Explore different writing environments and let them guide you. Go to a new cafe, try writing outside, listen to an album you haven’t heard in a while, people watch or go on walks for breaks, etc.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Neuroscience, Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus I am involved as a Blue Hen Ambassador, a member of Phi Delta Epsilon, a Community Engagement Scholar, an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Biomedical Engineering Department, and a member of the UD Pickleball Team! In my free time I enjoy hiking with friends, reading, and coloring!

Favorite books and authors: I enjoy reading mostly nonfiction and historical fiction! My favorite author is Malcolm Gladwell as his journalistic style is really fun to read! I also love The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.

Advice to college writers: My biggest piece of advice is to write about topics that interest you! Oftentimes college writing assignments are designed to be very broad so that students can write about what they are most passionate about. Therefore, when brainstorming what topic you want to write about try to think about subjects that you could talk about for hours to make the writing process more enjoyable!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Biological Sciences

Minor(s): Forensic Science

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am a member of Phide and Club Cheer! In my free time I like to go to the gym, get Starbucks, bake, and go shopping.

Favorite books and authors: This Is Where It Ends by Marieke Nijkamp and Speak by Laurie Halse Anserson.

Advice to college writers: Be confident in your ideas! When answering a prompt follow your gut and just start writing. No idea is stupid if it is important to you! There is no such thing as the perfect way to write or the perfect way to answer a prompt. Remember that you are your biggest critic! Go into a piece with an open mind because you have so many good ideas behind all of your doubts!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Fashion Design

Minor(s): Journalism/Italian

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Reading, writing, taking pictures, and thrifting
UD Club Cheer, Black Student Union, The New, UDress, GAG

Favorite books and authors: Passing by Nella Larsen, Sula Toni Morrison, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, Toni Morrison, Nella Larsen, Zora Neale Hurston, Marissa Meyer, Celeste Ng

Advice to college writers: When met with writers block, take a step away from the keyboard, take out a piece of paper, and start writing down whatever comes to mind. Take a minute to not worry about sentence structure or vocab but the ideas that the prompt gives you. A free write for 5-10 minutes ,ay bring out an idea/thesis you didn’t know you had in you!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Neuroscience and Liberal Studies – Medical Scholars Program

Minor(s): Human Development and Family Sciences

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Some of the RSO’s I’m involved in are UD Club Swim, Women in Healthcare, Project Sunshine, Honors Engaging in Neighborhood Service, PhiDE, and Nu Rho Psi. I’m also an undergraduate research assistant in the ABC Lab and Roth Lab. Outside of school, I like swimming, running, photography, and watching movies with friends!

Favorite books and authors: Beloved by Toni Morrison, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Normal People by Sally Rooney, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Advice to college writers: When you’re not sure what to write about or how to say it, talk it out! I often like to bounce ideas off my roommates, friends, parents, or classmates. It’s amazing how a quick conversation can spark new ideas and get me excited to start writing!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Psychology and Criminal Justice

Minor(s): Spanish, History, and Leadership

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus I am a part of the Student Government Association, ADPi sorority, KAPi Pre-law fraternity, and I am a Blue Hen Ambassador. I like reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Favorite books and authors: I have been loving Ray Bradbury, especially Something Wicked This Way Comes. I am always coming back to Shakespeare plays also, Hamlet and A Midsummer Night’s Dream are two of my favorites.

Advice to college writers: College writing can be difficult, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Don’t worry about having a perfect first draft, the first step to taking on any hard assignment is just getting started.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Statistics

Minor(s): Computer Science, Economics

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Intramural athletics, soccer, baseball, running, math, UD Sports Science Program, Blue Hen Chess Club, UD Sport Management Club

Favorite books and authors: Books: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis
Authors: George Orwell, Jeff Passan

Advice to college writers: Find what works for you and stick with it. This applies to many aspects of one’s writing: style, creative process, work environment, writing process, and more.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Environmental Engineering

Minor(s): Coastal and Marine Geoscience

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am involved in world scholars, climate scholars and work as an undergraduate research assistant at Chin Lab. During my free time, I enjoy crocheting and painting.

Favorite books and authors: Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow – Gabrielle Zevin
Educated – Tara Westover
The Song of Achilles – Madeline Miller

Advice to college writers: The writing process differs for everyone, so do not be discouraged if your process strays from your peers. Be confident in yourself and know that perfection does not need to be achieved with your first draft!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Minor(s): One Health Certificate

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I’m involved in Animal Science Club, Pre-Vet Club, Pep Band, and undergraduate research in the Shao Lab. I enjoy reading, crocheting, and listening to music.

Favorite books and authors: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue – V.E. Schwab, The Four Winds – Kristin Hannah

Advice to college writers: Try not to discredit the writing skills you already have, and don’t be afraid to experiment with unfamiliar writing styles and techniques.

Class: 2027

Major(s): English Education

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus I’m involved in E-52 Student Theatre and I’m a Blue Hen Ambassador! In my free time, I love reading, writing, baking, music, and spending time with friends.

Favorite books and authors: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott; John Flanagan, Eoin Colfer, Adi Alsaid

Advice to college writers: Write! The first draft doesn’t have to be good, it just has to exist.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Animal Biosciences

Minor(s): Insect and wildlife conservation, biochemistry, One health certificate

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Music, animals, Alpha Zeta, veterinary medicine

Favorite books and authors: Authors: Allen Ginsberg, George Orwell, Junji Ito; Books: lord of the rings, the exorcist, a clockwork orange, house of leaves

Advice to college writers: Constantly think about what you’re going to write – the topic, the title, the next sentence in the paragraph – as time can help you brainstorm new ideas you never thought of when you first got or started the assignment

Class: 2027

Major(s): Political Science concentrating in Global Politics

Minor(s): History, French, International Business, Global Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am a World Scholar and member of the Delaware Diplomats. In terms of clubs, I am currently in the Board Game Club, French Club, Casual Video Game Club, History Club, and Critical Failure (Dungeons and Dragons Club). In addition to that, I enjoy playing video games, traveling, and watching baseball.

Favorite books and authors: Hunger Games Series – Suzanne Collins, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo – Taylor Jenkins Reid, The Inheritance Cycle – Christopher Paolini, Inside Out and Back Again – Thanhha Lai, Babel – R.F. Kuang, Iron Widow – Xiran Jay Zhao, The Selection Series – Kiera Cass, and The Kane Chronicles – Rick Riordan

Advice to college writers: Don’t be afraid to experiment! Experimenting with writing has enabled me to be able to find the format that best suits the information and the subject matter. Everytime you write, tweak little parts of your writing and see if it fits the piece you’re writing.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Human Services, Cognitive Science

Minor(s): Disability Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Around campus, I serve as President of E-52 Student Theatre and love everything from set construction to show publicity, and I work as a Blue Hen Ambassador on campus, planning admissions events and outreach to prospective students from across the region and community as the Events Coordinator. In my free time, I love to listen to all genres of music and often write poetry!

Favorite books and authors: Eggs by Jerry Spinelli, Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi, The Beginning of Everything by Robyn Schneider, A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, and several works by Zora Neale Hurston

Advice to college writers: Writing can be really intimidating, and it can be very easy to second guess yourself. But that little voice of self-doubt is just another obstacle to you achieving your most authentic and brilliant writing! Try to silence the doubts, free write, construct your ideas and voice without boundaries, and build a support system of literary inspirations and collaborators that lift your voice!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Human Physiology

Minor(s): Forensic Science

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Undergraduate research in the Butera Pain lab, UD Music Makers Club, writing (shocker), digital art, animation, true crime

Favorite books and authors: Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, The Body by Stephen King, Revival by Stephen King, Good Omens by Neil Gaiman

Advice to college writers: Don’t overthink the prompt. Sometimes, trying to plan out what you want to say before you say it gets you stuck. Sometimes you just have to write and see where it takes you.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Neuroscience, Computer Science

Minor(s): Philosophy, Mathematics

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I’m a research assistant in the Neunuebel Lab, a TA for intro computer science classes, and a member of PhiDE, the pre-med fraternity. Outside of class, I love reading, baking, watching movies, exploring cities, and drinking far too much coffee.

Favorite books and authors: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong, Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan, and anything written by Haruki Murakami

Advice to college writers: Don’t feel pressured to achieve perfection in your first draft, or any draft. Great writing doesn’t follow a universal formula. Instead, focus on writing with passion, intention, and curiosity, allowing your voice to shine through.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Marine Science

Minor(s): Concentration in Marine Biology

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Playing video games, bowling, swimming, listening to music, driving at night, member of UD’s club Ultimate Frisbee team

Favorite books and authors: Favorite books: The Trench, The Odyssey; Favorite authors: George Orwell, Cormac McCarthy

Advice to college writers: Writing should be fun, not gruesome. Find enjoyment in every word you write.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Biological Sciences

Minor(s): Public Policy

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I am an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Biology Department, the Marketing Coordinator for Tri Beta Biological Honors Society, and an Opinions Writer for The Review. I am also involved in Greek Life and a member of Hillel. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis and traveling!

Favorite books and authors: My favorite book of all time is Moloka’i by Alan Brennert. A couple of my other favorites include The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and Pachinko by Min Jin Lee.

Advice to college writers: My biggest piece of advice to college writers is to find what works best for you. Each writer has a unique voice, style, and process for completing writing assignments. To become a successful college writer, it is important to embrace these unique qualities and explore methods that are suited to you. Try to have fun with your writing, and if you feel stuck, never be afraid to ask for help.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Health Behavior Science

Minor(s): Public Health

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I love to read and do various crafts like collaging, painting, and scrapbooking. I also love watching movies and going camping as much as I can. I am in the Lovers of the Library Club and Runway of Dreams Club.

Favorite books and authors: Some of my all time favorites are In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, and The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins.

Advice to college writers: My advice would be to make sure you are writing papers you are proud of instead of just trying to write what you think will get a good grade. It is obvious if a student is passionate about a topic through their writing!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Psychology and English

Minor(s): French

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Phi Sigma Pi, Reading, Writing, Walking, Listening to music

Favorite books and authors: The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky, The Little Prince by Saint Exupéry, Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Advice to college writers: Don’t be afraid to let yourself flow onto the page. Great writing contains the essence of the author in every line.

Class: 2025

Major(s): Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

Minor(s): Statistical Data Analytics

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I am a member of Gamma Sigma Sigma and the Yoga Club. I enjoy reading, baking, working out, hiking, and traveling.

Favorite books and authors: Some of my all-time favorite books include Archer’s Voice by Mia Sheridan, Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover, and The Giver by Lois Lowry.

Advice to college writers: It is okay to ask for help! Whether you go straight to your Writing Fellow, the Writing Center, or even a trusted friend, many good ideas can come from brainstorming with someone other than yourself. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, take risks, and get creative with your writing!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Neuroscience, Psychology

Minor(s): French

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I’m involved in World Scholars, Honors Adventure Club, French Club, and I’m a research assistant in the UD SLAM Lab. In my free time, I love to hike, travel, read, and spend time with my dogs.

Favorite books and authors: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer

Advice to college writers: Just start writing! Beginning a writing assignment can be intimidating or you might not know what to get started. You have to start somewhere, so just get words and thoughts on the paper. It’s called a rough draft for a reason, it doesn’t have to be perfect.

Class: 2026

Major(s): English Education

Minor(s): History

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am a poetry Editor in Caesura, love to make earrings, read, and craft with my friends

Favorite books and authors: Vicious by V. E. Schwab, Cuckoo by Gretchen Felker-Martin, Mona Awad

Advice to college writers: Try to just get words on the page! Revision is your best friend, especially if you find yourself feeling stuck or overwhelmed. You’ll find what writing techniques work best for you in this time and learn a little from those around you too!

Class: 2027

Major(s): Three Languages (Spanish, French, Arabic)

Minor(s): Trumpet

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I love drawing, journaling, reading, traveling, and eating out with my friends! I am involved with Art History Club, Lutheran Campus Ministry, and UD Student Alumni Ambassadors.

Favorite books and authors: Piranesi by Susanna Clark, The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary, The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, and Destiny Disrupted by Tamim Ansary.

Advice to college writers: Talk to your friends about your writing! Whether it’s something quick like bouncing around ideas for a thesis, or something more involved like asking them to read a full draft, your friends will likely have fun ideas and suggestions you may not have thought of. I didn’t start doing this regularly until halfway through my sophomore year, and I wish I’d started doing it sooner.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Neuroscience, Psychology, English

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus, I’m involved in campus ministry through Christian Challenge and Cru. I also do some work for Dr.Dozier’s Attachment and Biobehavioral Catchup lab. In my free time, I like to go to the beach, run, cook, and do puzzles with my mom!

Favorite books and authors: Pretty much anything by C.S Lewis or Jane Austen!

Advice to college writers: While easier said than done, be sure to extend grace upon grace to yourself. Transitioning to college writing is a unique process for each student, and growth takes lots of practice and patience. No one has ever fully “arrived” as a writer, so enjoy the process and welcome mistakes!

Class: 2026

Major(s): English and Psychology

Minor(s): Spanish

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I spend my time on campus as a Peer Tutor for the Writing Center, an editor for Caesura Literary Magazine, and a Peer Support Specialist at Sean’s House. As for my hobbies, I love to read, write, and listen to music!

Favorite books and authors: My favorite books would have to be The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, and The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Some of my favorite authors are V.E. Schwab, Ruta Sepetys, and Banana Yoshimoto!

Advice to college writers: Think of writing as an exploration! Don’t be afraid of making mistakes, taking risks, and experimenting to find your voice. Writing might get a little messy at times, and that is completely okay, so make sure to give yourself some grace!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Cognitive Science (Pre-Professional Speech Language Pathology)

Minor(s): Disability Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: President and founder of Women in Healthcare at UD. I love cycling, cooking, and trying new places to eat!

Favorite books and authors: The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath, Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

Advice to college writers: Embrace your individual writing style!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Art History & French

Minor(s): Africana Studies & Museum Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am involved in a few different clubs and positions on campus, including as the co-president of Art History Club, the treasurer of E-52 (one of the theater groups on campus), a peer mentor for First Year Seminar, and the Art History Department ambassador!
In my free time, I love to cook, travel, and watch reality TV (if you have recommendations for any of these, send them my way!).

Favorite books and authors: Recent favorites: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell, James by Percival Everett; Favorite authors: Toni Morrison, Sally Rooney

Advice to college writers: Writing isn’t supposed to be easy! It may take you several tries to get it right, but give yourself the time and grace to write those terrible first drafts. Don’t let the difficulty or bad first drafts discourage you from pushing through.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Health Behavior Science

Minor(s): Public Health

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Reading, writing, listening to music, watching old movies

Favorite books and authors: The Dead Zone by Stephen King; Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson

Advice to college writers: When you are struggling to form new ideas for a paper or add more paragraphs to an essay, take a break. Sometimes, when you leave a writing assignment alone for a few hours (or even a few minutes), you can return to it with a fresh perspective and increased motivation.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Biology

Minor(s): Forensic Science, Domestic Violence Prevention & Services

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Horror movies, skiing, swimming, the outdoors, cats

Favorite books and authors: Something is Killing the Children (don’t know if this counts because it’s a graphic novel), The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls, House of Leaves by Mark Danielewski, Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto

Advice to college writers: 1.) MOST IMPORTANT!!! Write about something that interests you! You will enjoy the process and care about what you are writing so much more if you pick a topic you actually find interesting
2.) Don’t be afraid to experiment! So many professors offer some sort of a check in before you turn in a draft, so consider trying things you haven’t done before. This could help you find your style and voice and allow you to elevate your writing.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Psychology

Minor(s): Medical Diagnostics

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Women in Healthcare, Honors Engaging in Neighborhood Service (HENS), running, cooking, and reading

Favorite books and authors: The Hunger Games series and The Song of Achilles

Advice to college writers: Everyone’s writing process is different! Try new things when writing to see what works best for you. Use what you learn to create your own unique writing process.

Class: 2025

Major(s): Political Science

Minor(s): English; Legal Studies

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I am the president of the Hen Law Society, and Vice President of Education for Alpha Sigma Alpha. I love going to the gym and spending time with friends and family. I am interested in attending law school after graduation.

Favorite books and authors: Taylor Jenkins Reid and Christina Lauren

Advice to college writers: Don’t worry so much about writing a perfect first draft. Just get your thoughts out on the paper. Then go back to edit, revise, and make it your own.

Class: 2026

Major(s): Biological Sciences (BS)

Minor(s): Public Health & Business Administration

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Running, music, and cooking!

Favorite books and authors: The Silent Patient – Alex Michaelides

Advice to college writers: Now is the time to break away from the strict rules of writing learned in middle/ high school; take risks to find your personal voice!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Nutrition and Medical Sciences

Minor(s): Global Health

Hobbies/interest/clubs: I’m part of Pre-Dental Society and World Scholars, and I work as a research assistant in Chai Lab. I love cooking and baking in my free time, and I love to do my nails whenever I have time.

Favorite books and authors: Some of my favorite books are Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto, Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, and the Percy Jackson series, and one of my favorite authors is Jane Austen

Advice to college writers: Just start somewhere! You can always go back and change it later, and there’s nothing wrong with changing the direction of an essay or paper multiple times before you find the one that feels right.

Class: 2027

Major(s): Media Communication

Minor(s): Sport Management and Advertising

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Sports, Reading, and The Women’s Networks

Favorite books and authors: The Great Gatsby and all of Emily Henry’s books

Advice to college writers: Initially don’t focus on perfection. Focus on getting your ideas on the page

Class: 2026

Major(s): Human Physiology

Minor(s): Spanish for Healthcare and Leadership

Hobbies/interest/clubs: On campus I’m involved with the Leadership & Service Office as a QUEST Student Coordinator and, previously, a UDaB Site Leader. I’m a member of both Alpha Xi Delta and Phi Delta Epsilon, and I’m a Certified CPR Instructor. Outside of these activities, I love reading, going on walks and hikes, listening to music, and spending time with my friends.

Favorite books and authors: Favorite books and authors: I love memoirs and romance! Some of my favorite authors are Emily Henry, Abby Jimenez, Jennifer Weiner, and Taylor Jenkins Reid. My current favorite memoirs include Glass Castle, Letter to a Young Female Physician, and Educated.

Advice to college writers: Follow your passion. Find ways to tie everything back to your interests, passions, and hobbies in order to keep your writing and your life enjoyable!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Neuroscience & Psychology

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Hobbies: Thrifting, Crafts, and Photography.
Clubs: The New, Young Democratic Socialists of America, Nu Rho Psi

Favorite books and authors: Looking for Alaska by John Green
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens by Alice Walker

Advice to college writers: As Nikki Giovanni once said, “Writing is a conversation with reading; a dialogue with thinking.” Good writers learn from engaging with the literature that they enjoy. Embrace your interests and exercise your thoughts!

Class: 2026

Major(s): Medical Diagnostics Pre-Physician Assistant

Minor(s): Genetic Counseling

Hobbies/interest/clubs: Alpha Delta Pi, Pre-PA Club, Yoga Club, reading, running, boating, nature walks

Favorite books and authors: The Tenant by Frieda McFadden, Me Before You by Jojo Moyes, Stephen King, Colleen Hoover

Advice to college writers: Don’t be afraid to try new things! You may have been taught a “right and wrong way” to write, but this time is perfect for you to discover who you are as a writer and to explore different techniques and styles.