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Meet the Writing Studio Staff

Nico Co

Hey all! My name is Nico Co, a SoCal native and guitarist by trade. You may have seen me playing at chapel services and concerts on campus. I graduated from CUI Summa Cum Laude in the Fall of 2020, and was honored to receive the Senior Award for Commercial Music. But if I didn’t pursue music, I probably would’ve ended up a writer! I love it when, as language and rhetoric are refined, the idea itself ends up strengthened and illuminated in fresh, unexpected ways. My main goal is always to listen well and ask the right questions, informed by my love for teaching (music and Bible, mostly) and 8 years of experience. When I’m not in the writing studio, I can be found buried in a book, on a bike, enjoying old-school video games/animation, or working on one of several music projects.

Nathan Estrick

Hello there! I'm Nathan Estrick, a History and Political thought major with a theology minor. I'm in my senior year working towards an education credential. As someone involved with the forensics debate team here at Concordia, I love working on argumentative essays and sharpening their format and content. However, I'm also quite comfortable with research essays, and am most familiar with Chicago and MLA. And don't hesitate to bring poetry or short stories either; those are always so much fun! Looking forward to helping you all out with your writing.

Ella Hachee

Hi, there! My name is Ella Hachee, and I am a sophomore Behavioral Sciences major (Sociology emphasis) with an English minor. I am from Temecula, CA, and I love reading, writing, and cuddling with my pug. I enjoy talking about big books and even bigger ideas. Writing has been a wonderful way to express myself and build confidence in my ideas, and I want to help you do the same! I firmly believe that everyone can produce great writing and has something interesting to say, even if you don't realize you do quite yet. I am most familiar with MLA, but have experience with CMS as well. I'd love to help with anything from putting your swirling ideas down on paper to refining edits for creative or academic writing.

Jonathan Krapf

Hey all! My name is Jonathan Krapf, and I’m a senior English literature major at Concordia. I love animals of all shapes and sizes. My wife and I currently own two guinea pigs (although I also enjoy feeding the ducks and the squirrels that live in our apartment complex), and we hope to eventually own a farm with some livestock. In addition to being an English lit student, I have an A.S. in health sciences and have worked professionally in healthcare for quite a few years. My ultimate goal is to get into the nursing program here at Concordia. So, whether your papers are literary analysis, history, theology or science, I’ve got some experience and look forward to learning with you.

Oliver Di Martino

Hi! My name is Oliver Di Martino, and I am a pre-med student studying Biology and minoring in Philosophy. While life science is my craft, my niche is a rigorous treatment of science’s interactions with ethics, epistemology, and theology—which makes me a great conversation partner for other nerds! My approach to writing emphasizes expressiveness, clarity, and economy of language. With my broad writing experience, I will help with essays, stories, literary analysis, scientific or historical writing, or anything in between. When I’m not in the Writing Studio, you will likely find me playing my violin, enjoying yerba mate, or discussing philosophy of religion with my friends. I look forward to meeting you!

Livia Meinz

Hi, I’m Livia Meinz! I’m from about everywhere, but I spent most of my childhood in Singapore. I often read, knit, bake, and eat pasta with my husband and sisters. I am in my senior year, studying to be a Spanish teacher because I love language – that’s also why I’m at the Writing Studio. I think the key to writing well is first to know the patterns of the language well, and then to bend them, slightly, just enough to tug at your reader’s attention. I’m looking forward to working with you!

Leonard Memon

Hello! My name is Leonard Memon, and I am a senior Communication Studies major and Psychology minor. I am well versed in structuring, writing, and reviewing research papers but also have experience writing creative pieces as well. In my spare time, I enjoy conducting research, refining research methodology, and catching up on new theories within the social sciences. Before becoming a writing studio consultant, I served as a public speaking tutor for a year. I understand that it can be intimidating to seek academic help and would like to assure you that I will meet you wherever you are in your academic journey to give you constructive feedback on your writing.

Lauren Reinhardt

Hello! My name is Lauren Reinhardt and I am a sophomore studying Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. I was born in San Diego, California, and moved to Arizona at a young age before returning to SoCal for college! I am a part of the Cross Country and Track team here at Concordia Irvine, but when not running or writing, you may find me sitting with a good book or getting acai bowls with my friends. I have a large passion for writing and helping others, and am most familiar with analytical and research papers, in MLA or APA formatting. With writing experience involving philosophy, business, kinesiology, theology, and rhetoric, I hope to guide you in any form that you may need. I am excited to give assistance to each of your individual ideas to make your writing visions come to life!

Seth Skogerboe

Hey! I’m Seth Skogerboe. I’m a senior English major, minoring in Spanish and Global Cultural Studies, experienced in creative and formal writing, an Aerie editor, and a sucker for non sequiturs. Ever since I learned to read, I’ve been passionate about stories, and I hope to one day be paid to read and write them. Come talk to me if you want help thinking and writing clearly.

Maddie Zuniga

Hi! My name is Maddie Zuniga, and I’m a sophomore double major in Creative Writing and Studio Arts. I value beauty in all forms, but I especially adore beautiful writing. Some favorite works of mine are ancient Greek epics, the Dune books, and the literature of J.R.R. Tolkien. Whether your essay is academic or creative, I’m happy to discuss first ideas, final drafts, and everything in between. I also have an eye for editing and formatting, and would love to assist with MLA, CMS, or APA citation formats. I look forward to hearing your unique perspective, and working with you to help fashion your words in a way both lovely and meaningful!

Meet the Online Writing Lab Staff

Kendall Davis

Hi! I’m Kendall Davis and I graduated from CUI in 2016 with a BA in Biblical Languages and Theatre. While an undergraduate at CUI I worked for the Writing Studio and the OWL. I completed an MDiv and STM at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri where I served as a tutor in writing and languages for graduate students from all over the world. I also served as the editor of Concordia Seminary’s student journal, Grapho, from 2020 to 2022. Currently I am pursuing a PhD in New Testament and Christian Origins at the University of Edinburgh. It’s been a joy to work for the OWL the past several years. I look forward to reading your work and helping you to communicate through your writing!

Kristina Deusch

Hello all! My name is Kristina Deusch, and I graduated from CUI in 2014 with a Bachelor's degree in English and a minor in Marketing. As an undergrad, I worked with other students as a Core Peer Tutor and a Writing Studio Coach during much of my time at Concordia. In the past, I’ve worked as an Editorial Assistant at Cambridge University Press in New York City, and I worked as a Journals Production Editor at Oxford University Press in North Carolina. I took a year off to work toward a Master’s degree in Theology & the Arts at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. I am now back in the states, this time in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, where I am a Senior Production Editor managing books for the Fortress Press imprint of 1517 Media. My hobbies include humming along to classical music, eating lots of chocolate, and collecting far more books than my shelves can hold. I have been reading OWL papers for many years, and I look forward to working together with you!

Katherine Dubke

Hi all! My name is Katherine Dubke. I delight in the written word, ideas, and stories of all kinds. I currently work as a kindergarten teacher at a classical Lutheran school and write in my free time. Writing is about joining the conversation and finding the best way to communicate with an audience, so feedback is essential at all stages. I earned my BA in Humanities with an emphasis in creative writing from CUI and completed my MA in English at Kansas State University. I look forward to reading your submissions and engaging with your ideas!

Owen Duncan

Hi there! My name is Owen Duncan, and I graduated from CUI in 2020 with a double major in Music and English and a minor in Pre-Seminary studies. I had the opportunity to work for the Writing Studio for three of the four years of my undergraduate studies, and I'm excited to continue helping people improve as writers here in the OWL! I'm currently studying at the Concordia Seminary in St. Louis in pursuit of my MDiv so that I can become a pastor; in the meantime, I enjoy reading, writing, and playing trombone. I look forward to reading your OWL submissions and working with you to help you improve as a writer!

MacKenzie Feeken

Hello! My name is MacKenzie Feeken and I hold a BA in English with a minor in Psychology from CUI and an EdS (Educational Specialist) degree in School Psychology from California State University, San Bernardino. During my time at CUI, I worked as writing consultant, was a member of the Cheer and STUNT team, and was actively involved in Concordia’s women’s ministry. Upon graduation, I began graduate school, continued working for the OWL, and even became CUI's Assistant Director of Spirit Programs. I currently work as a School Psychologist where I evaluate students for special education eligibility and consult with key stakeholders on appropriate intervention and placement plans. A crucial aspect of my role as a School Psychologist is the development of legally defensible reports in which I interpret and explain psychometric testing results and other important components of special education evaluations. All this to say — writing is an important aspect of my everyday life, the foundation of my education and current career, and a passion I am excited to share with you! I have writing consultant experience across various disciplines including Education, Psychology, Counseling, Athletics, and the Humanities in general. When I’m not working as a School Psychologist or OWLer, I am writing creatively, reading fiction and non-fiction, running, or traveling. I am truly looking forward to working with you!

Jacob Lange

Hey there! My name is Jacob Lange, and I graduated from Concordia in 2021 with a degree in History and Political Thought and minors in English, Classical Languages, and Law and Politics. I also worked on campus as a Writing Consultant and tutor, and played trumpet in the music program. I am currently pursuing my M.A. in History from Cal State University, Fullerton. In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and watching soccer. I look forward to working with you!

Johanna Saleska Lange

Hello, friends! I’m Jo Saleska Lange. I became one of the first Online Writing Lab consultants way back in 2012—just after I graduated from CUI with my BA in English. Since then, I’ve earned an MA in literature (rhetoric and composition emphasis) from the University of Missouri-Columbia and an MFA in fiction from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, where I won the Mary Troy Prize for fiction. For several years, I worked as the Assistant Director of the Writing Studio here at CUI, a role which involved teaching writing courses across academic disciplines, developing writing skills workshops, and curating writing resources for students and faculty. Now, I am a stay-at-home mom, freelance editor, and fiction writer. As a mother of two tiny humans, I don’t have a lot of spare time (IYKYK), but, when I do, I enjoy hiking and sipping cold drinks out on restaurant patios. You can find me at josaleska.com.

Margaret Langdon

Hi there! My name is Margaret Langdon, though everyone calls me Maggie. I graduated summa cum laude from CUI in 2014, with a major in International Studies and a minor in Creative Writing. While there, I was, among other things, a section editor for the Concordia Courier, a co-editor for the 2014 edition of the Aerie, and the periodic president of the poetry club. I continue to believe everyone is a poet, even if they don’t know it! After graduation, I branched out into the world of technical editing, working for an engineering firm. Since then, I’ve returned to CUI to pursue a master’s degree in Theology, and remain involved on campus with the Master’s Chorale. I’m excited to encourage you in your work, and I’m looking forward to helping you express your great ideas!

Zoë Litzenberg

Hey, there! My name is Zoë Litzenberg, and I earned my Bachelor’s in Humanities: Creative Writing in 2017 from CUI, where I also had the honor of graduating Summa Cum Laude and Humanities Student of the Year (2017-18). While at Concordia, I loved serving as a Writing Studio Consultant as well as participating in the special writing and thinking community on campus (in fact, I still miss that community every day). Since graduating, I have worked at Disneyland, moved to Kansas and taught math, reading, and writing to students from kindergarten through high school, and now I am pursuing my dream of becoming a college professor of composition! To that end, I am working towards a Master’s in English, Rhetoric and Composition from the University of Louisville, where I serve as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. Needless to say, I have a lot of interests — the common factor between them being passion for excellent service and communication. I love working between disciplines and helping people become stronger communicators through the writing process. In my free time, you’ll more than likely find me weightlifting at the gym, watching Netflix, talking about writing, swing dancing, or possibly attempting to do all four of those things at the same time. It’s my pleasure to serve you as an OWL Consultant!

David Moore

Hi, my name is David Moore! Learning and helping others learn are my passions. When we discover goodness, truth, and beauty in the world and in others, we learn more of what it means to be. It is all very exciting! One of the ways by which we discover the meaning of being is through writing. When we write about something—whether it be about an important topic or even mundane activities—we take it in and make it a part of ourselves. The better our writing is about a subject, the better we understand it. Therefore, it is my goal to help you produce the best writing that you are able to create—not only for the benefit of your readers, but also for your deeper understanding. It is my pleasure to assist you on this journey! I hold a BA in Philosophy from the University of Missouri and a BS in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University. I am currently earning my MA in German Studies from the University of Missouri.

Kellie Moore

Hi! I’m Kellie Moore. I graduated from CUI in 2010 with a B.A. in English and a minor in Creative Writing. I worked in the Writing Studio for two years as an undergrad, and I'm delighted to be part of the Online Writing Lab team. At CUI, I fell in love with journalism through my work as an editor of The Concordia Courier. I went on to earn a master’s degree from the Missouri School of Journalism. Since then, I've managed a religion news website, taught high school English, and worked as a copy editor. I also had the joy of being an editor at Verily magazine, where I was a contributing writer. Now, I'm a stay-at-home mom and freelance writer/editor. I live in Utah with my husband, our two kids, and two cats. I'm excited to help you not only hone your writing skills, but also grow in confidence as a writer!

Harrison Parker

Hey friends! I’m Harrison Parker, CUI class of 2010 and cheerful Writing Studio Consultant from 2007-10. I double-majored in Biblical Languages and Theological Studies before heading to the land of toasted ravioli, St. Louis, MO, for Concordia Seminary (M.Div 2014). I served as pastor of two congregations – one in Anchorage, AK, and another in Whitmore Lake, MI – and am excitedly exploring further training to grow my counseling, community engagement, and advocacy skills. I love spending time with the fabulous Stacey Parker and our hilarious pugs, Duke and Chewy. I enjoy anything related to pop culture, burritos, politics, punk rock, and, yes, long walks on the beach. I’m excited to be part of the OWL staff and to be connected with Eagles like you! I can’t wait to learn from your work and work with you to grow your love for writing!

Stacey Parker

Hello! I’m Stacey Parker. I graduated with a BA in English and minors in creative writing and marketing from CUI in 2010. I am honored to be part of the Online Writing Lab (OWL) team, as I enjoyed working for the Writing Studio as an undergrad. I coordinate orientation logistics within the Office of New Student Programs at the University of Michigan. In June 2022, I finished my master's degree in student affairs at Concordia University Ann Arbor. I love spending time with my husband and my pug, Duke, watching movies, reading, traveling, and sending real mail to my family and friends. I’m passionate about editing and working with people, and I consider it a privilege to get to work with you.

Kirstie Skogerboe

Hello! My name is Kirstie Skogerboe. I currently work as the Assistant Director of the Writing Studio and Academic Coaching Center at Concordia -- which is a mouthful, but essentially means that helping students improve their writing and academic skills is my full-time job, and I love it. I have a B.A. in Liberal Arts, a minor in Global Cultural Studies, a growing interest in cooking, a husband who is a better cook than I am, and a close-to-native grasp of Spanish. I hope to help writers identify, clarify, and enrich their ideas on paper. It would be a pleasure to read yours!

Denise Sprimont

Hello! My name is Denise Sprimont. I graduated from CUI in 2020 with a BA in History and Political Thought with a minor in Law and Politics. During my years as an undergrad, I served as a Writing Studio Consultant and History Tutor, and worked as Senior Editor of The Franciscan. Currently, I am in Chicago pursuing my MA in Modern Middle Eastern History at the University of Chicago. I hope to not only be a kind helping hand but to be a guiding force on the road to good theses and strong sentence structure. I hope to transform the way you see literature and writing and be a stepping stone that you can use to reach success in written communication. Can’t wait to work with you!