Mailei Brodniak

WSU-V Writing Center Promotion

While working as a writing consultant at the Writing Center on the Washington State University Vancouver campus, I provided academic support to students across disciplines, both in-person and through the Online Writing Lab. I excelled at offering a "global approach" to essay critique that addressed student writing on a conceptual and evidence-based level rather than simply granulating the grammar and formatting. Additional topics for which I provided consultation include research integration, citation and format, assignment comprehension, study strategies, and resume/cover letter development. I collaborated with a diverse range of students to address their individual needs, fostering their confidence and skill development. Additionally, I managed center operations by organizing paperwork, ensuring study resources were readily available, and maintaining a friendly and inviting atmosphere for students and consultants alike.

Beyond my core consulting duties, I contributed to the Writing Center’s outreach efforts as a creative and enthusiastic ambassador. I designed promotional flyers for campus-wide distribution and represented the Writing Center at various campus events, raising awareness of our services and encouraging them to take advantage of the support we offered. This combination of academic consulting and promotional work allowed me to sharpen my skills at communication, design, and collaboration while cultivating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for everyone at the Center.

Community Outreach

This experience gave me ample opportunity to cultivate a robust skillset for interacting with the public, both on a broader promotional level as well as a more personal one-on-one level with a client. I had many opportunities to connect with my university's community, not only as an ambassador and graphic designer, but also as a friendly face visitors knew they could rely on.

Communication, Consultation, & Collaboration

As a writing consultant, I provided academic support to hundreds of students from a diverse range of educational backgrounds and disciplines. By collaborating with them in a personal, empathetic way, I honed my ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and adapt to individual learning needs.

Technical Writing Skills

Working with students to refine their essays, research papers, and reports sharpened my technical writing expertise, including structure, grammar, and citation accuracy. I carried this proficiency with me into all promotional material I created, ensuring a balance of creativity and clarity that best reflected the mission of the Writing Center.