Director, Writing Center
Francesca King is the Director of the UW Writing Center. She gained her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Wyoming in 2019, and has taught First Year Seminar, English 1010, Technical Writing, and creative writing classes. Francesca also runs free creative writing classes (Write Time at the Center). Email her for more information.
Email Francesca: fking2@uwyo.edu
Rick Fisher is currently the director of University of Wyoming Communication Across the Curriculum. He completed his Ph.D. in Literacy Studies in 2018, and has taught a variety of academic, technical, and professional writing classes.
The Writing Center collaborates with Communication Across the Curriculum on events and scholarly groups.
Email Rick: rick.fisher@uwyo.edu
Janie Marino manages the workshop and class visit schedule for the UW Writing Center. She is a recent graduate from the University of Wyoming with a Master’s in English. She also has a background in creative writing and fine arts, which she studied at the Kansas City Art Institute. In addition to her Writing Center work, Janie teaches English and Human Cultures for the LeaRN and English programs.
Email Janie: jmarino1@uwyo.edu
Barbara Bogart holds graduate degrees from San Francisco State and UCLA. As a literature and American Studies instructor, she has extensive experience in working with students on developing their ideas and honing their writing skills. She has served as a consultant at the Writing Center since 2014.
Email Barbara: bbogart@uwyo.edu
Colleen is a dedicated and compassionate master's student in school counseling. She completed her undergraduate degree in elementary education with a concentration in creative arts, achieved through taking several writing courses. Having spent seven formative years in Laramie, Colleen has cultivated a deep understanding of the University of Wyoming and its writing needs.
Email Colleen: ccullina@uwyo.edu
Erin is a PhD student in Botany and the Program in Ecology and Evolution (PiEE). Erin’s background is in microbiology, evolutionary biology, community outreach and education, and creative writing. Outside of studying wildflower evolution, she enjoys spending time with her dog, playing ttRPGs, and podcasting. You can read more about her work in the sciences and creative field at https://ebentley325.github.io/
Email Erin: ebentley@uwyo.edu
Rachel is a graduate student from Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She has a bachelor's degree in philosophy from UC Riverside and is pursuing a master's in English literature at the University of Wyoming. She likes to read, listen to music, and go on long road trips.
Email Rachel: rpak@uwyo.edu
Gregory is a sophomore at UWYO studying Music and English. He is also minoring in Spanish and honors. Gregory has two dogs and enjoys hiking and being outdoors. He also loves to read fantasy and sci-fi novels.
Email Gregory: gbarr@uwyo.edu
Virginia is from Potter, Nebraska. She is majoring in English with minors in Drawing and Creative Writing. Virginia hopes to someday pursue a career as an editor. She loves fall, pumpkins, baking, hiking, and curling up with a blanket and a good book.
Email Virginia: vherbold@uwyo.edu
Sarah Walker is from Colorado Springs, Colorado. She is a Junior at the University of Wyoming and is majoring in English. She hopes to someday use this major to help her become an editor. Sarah likes reading, writing, spending time in nature, and music.
Email Sarah: swalke53@uwyo.edu
Amelia Gee is an undergraduate student from Big Horn, Wyoming. She has an associate degree in general studies from Northern Wyoming Community College. She is majoring in Secondary Education and English, with minors in Honors and ESL. Amelia hopes to teach while traveling abroad someday. She loves to read, write, draw, play volleyball, and learn about new people and cultures.
Email Amelia: agee1@uwyo.edu
Kelsey is from Rock Springs, Wyoming. She is an undergraduate student majoring in Secondary English Education with a minor in Professional Writing. Kelsey enjoys playing rugby, reading, and baking.
Email Kelsey: kcrocke1@uwyo.edu
Janaye is a Secondary English Education major with a minor in Political Theory at the University of Wyoming. After graduating, she hopes to pursue graduate school and someday become an English teacher. Janaye enjoys reading, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.
Email Janaye: jhershey@uwyo.edu
