I chose an English major because of my love for reading, writing, and researching, but I have learned a lot more than I expected about the field as a whole and navigating life with skills I have learned which will push me on toward my career goals.
Ashlee Blount Writing Center Consutant
- Graduate Assistant
Ashlee is a second year graduate student majoring in English with a focus on YA Literature and Film Adaptation. She has been working with the Writing Center for two years and plans to become a GAT (Graduate Assistant, Teaching) in the Spring. She enjoys reading and is a Jane Austen fan. In her free time she takes her dog, Waffles, on walks, bikes or plays basketball when the weather is nice. She is also involved in her church.
A Conversation with Ashlee
What do you like about working at the Writing Center?
I have really enjoyed working with the Writing Center these past two years; It has made me a better writer and communicator, and the friendships I have made with my peers here are important to me. It has influenced how I go about my own writing. I always tend to struggle with starting papers; working with students through the brainstorming process and making my own sessions helps me be able to talk through my expectations for an assignment or get ideas flowing for a project.
What has been your favorite course?
One of my favorite classes was last semester Problems of Adolescent Literature with Dr. Rowe. I got to use my writing and design skills to make a website based on YA book reviews; I hope to continue this project and expand the books I include and make it an interactive and public space for readers.
Why did you choose your major?
I chose an English major because of my love for reading, writing, and researching, but I have learned a lot more than I expected about the field as a whole and navigating life with skills I have learned which will push me on toward my career goals.