Meet the Staff

Meet the On-site Writing Studio Staff

Camille Beeson

Hi friend, my name is Cami and I can’t wait to work with you! As a double major in Theatre & Film and English, storytelling is my passion in any sort of fashion! Whether it be exploring characters onstage, the catalina mountains, or fictional worlds of wonder, exploration sparks joy in my life. I look forward to traveling through your writing together and helping you more clearly express your own story. Adventure is out there if you want to take the next step!

Matthias Bruggeman

A good day and happy times to you! I am Zachary Matthias Bruggeman, but you can call me Matthias. When I’m not reveling in the joys of composition, you can find me at the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, slinging shots of espresso like it's the wild wild west. My particular writing style is rich in metaphor and complex sentences (I love a good parenthetical phrase). Grammar is no tyrant, but a tool and a toy. Happy writing!

Julianne Carew

Hi there, I’m Julianne Carew and I graduated from San Diego State with a BA in Television, Film, and New Media Studies. I subsequently earned an MFA in Creative Non-fiction from Bennington College. Now I live on the Concordia University Irvine campus with my husband, Dr. Santin, and our four-year-old son, Mr. Fitz. My work is featured or forthcoming in Riggwelter, The East Jasmine Review, and numerous anthologies.

Eliana Harris

Hi there! My name is Eliana Harris, and I am a junior majoring in English and minoring in History. I am a SoCal native, and I love to spend my free time outdoors or inside coffee shops. Having competed in debate for seven years, I am passionate about building persuasive arguments and good rhetoric in academic writing. I understand the highs and lows of being a writer, and I am happy to help with an extra set of eyes (and brain cells), no matter what stage you're at in the writing process!

Liana Nguyen

Hello everyone! My name is Liana Nguyen and I'm a junior majoring in business data analytics and graphic design. I love drawing, painting, digital painting, and all things art related! I have a lot of experience with academic writing and am all too familiar with the unfortunate writer's block that often comes before your paper's due date. Fortunately, Concordia University Irvine has a writing studio and I'm happy to help you out with anything you need. I look forward to working with you!

Meet the Online Writing Lab (OWL) Staff

Nico Co

Hey all! My name is Nico Co, a SoCal native and guitarist by trade. I graduated from Concordia Summa Cum Laude in the Fall of 2020, and received the Senior Award for Commercial Music. I'm currently working towards my MM in Studio Guitar at USC, where I also teach undergrad guitar courses. Throughout the week, you can usually find me serving as a deacon at Center Church or browsing Craigslist for quirky guitar equipment. You can also find me on campus Sunday evenings directing the Sunday Source chapel band!

Kristina Deusch

Hello all! My name is Kristina Deusch, and I graduated from Concordia University Irvine 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 Consultant during much of my time at Concordia. After college, I went into academic publishing: I’ve worked as an Editorial Assistant at Cambridge University Press in New York City, a Journals Production Editor at Oxford University Press in North Carolina, and a Senior Production Editor working on books for the Fortress Press imprint of 1517 Media in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I also have a master’s degree in theology & the arts from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. I now live in Colorado Springs, where I work as an editor for a Christian ministry. My hobbies include humming along to classical music and collecting many boxes of books. I have been reading OWL papers for many years now, and I look forward to working together with you!

Sasha Flowers

Hi, everybody! My name is Sasha Flowers, and I am a Clinical Psychology doctoral student at George Mason University. As an OWL Consultant, I deeply value helping writers find their voice by building up strengths and providing encouraging guidance. When I'm not writing, you can find me in the ballet studio or hiking with friends. I look forward to working with you!

Abigail Fry

Hi there, I’m Abby Fry! I graduated from Davidson College in 2019 with a B.A. in Public Health. After graduating, I worked as a research coordinator and tutored middle school students in reading, writing, and math. I am currently pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology. The ability to communicate effectively through writing is a critical part of my career, and a skill I hope to help others hone. Although my current role primarily involves writing and editing research papers, I also have a lifelong passion for creative writing. I am happiest when sprawled on a blanket reading in a sunny spot at my local park. Otherwise, I spend my free time practicing yoga, hiking with friends, and attempting ambitious home décor projects. I can’t wait to work with you!

Elianna Guy

Hi! I’m Elianna Guy, and I graduated from Concordia University Irvine in 2021 with a BA in English and a minor in philosophy. I’ve loved reading and writing since I learned how, and I hope to someday publish a novel. When I’m not reading or writing, I’m probably crocheting, playing games like Stardew Valley or Baldur’s Gate 3, or hanging out with my many fantastic nieces and nephews. I’m glad to be here to help strengthen your writing voice!

Livia Meinz

Hi, I’m Livia Meinz! I graduated from Concordia University Irvine in December 2022 with a degree in Liberal Arts: Spanish and a minor in Lutheran Teaching. I worked in the Writing Studio for two years, and I love that I get to continue working with Concordia students through the OWL. I live in Pennsylvania with my husband and our new baby, and when I’m not OWL-ing or spending time with my family, I am knitting, cooking, or reading. I enjoy knitting, cooking, and languages because they are all ways to combine logical patterns with creativity. I hope to help you apply good patterns and creativity in your writing to communicate your ideas clearly and convincingly. I can’t wait to read your work!

Kellie Moore

Hi! I’m Kellie Moore. I graduated from Concordia University Irvine 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 Concordia University Irvine, 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

Hi, fellow Eagles! I’m Harrison Parker, Concordia University Irvine class of 2010, where I double-majored in Biblical Languages and Theological Studies. After going to Concordia St. Louis, I served as pastor of two congregations before going back to school at the University of Michigan, where I graduated with a Masters in Social Work and a Masters in Public Policy. I love spending time with my wife, Stacey, and our wonderful pug, Duke. I am a nerd who loves burritos, punk and ska, and hanging out on the beach. I have had the pleasure of working as a Writing Studio Consultant from 2007-10 and as a Online Writing Lab Consultant since 2020, and I love working with students like you. I can’t wait to learn from what you've written and work with you to grow more confident in expressing your thoughts and wisdom with the world!

Kirstie Skogerboe

Hi! I’m Kirstie Skogerboe, and I graduated from Concordia Irvine with a B.A. in Liberal Arts in 2021. My choice of major reflects my interests: many! I’ve tried to keep up the liberal arts spirit since graduating by reading several dozen books a year from a variety of genres: fiction, non-fiction, history, theology, poetry, art, etc. Though reading takes up most of my “pastime” time, I am also writing my own poetry, singing in the church choir, discussing The Iliad or Doctor Who with my husband, and learning how to cook Mexican food (and when I say “Mexican” I mean real Mexican). I am also excited to make time for you – your ideas, questions, and words. I look forward to helping you work those into a piece of writing that you’re proud of.

Julie Stiegemeyer

Hello, writers! My name is Julie Stiegemeyer, and I have a B.A. in English and a Lutheran Teacher's Diploma from Concordia University, Ann Arbor as well as a Master of Arts for Teachers from Indiana University, specializing in English. Both degrees have informed my creative and academic writing as well as my work with students. My creative work includes authoring more than 20 books for children. I have also taught English as a Second Language, composition, and literature. My specialty is coaching students on their writing. My most recent work includes work with graduate-level students who are preparing literature reviews, case conceptualizations, intake reports, and doctoral dissertations. I strongly believe that everyone has the potential to strengthen and refine their writing skills. My true joy is seeing students gain confidence and self-efficacy as they apply strategies to their writing and witness their own growth over time and practice. I hope to meet you soon!

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