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Meet the Writing Tutors

Abigail Long

Abigail Long

Major(s): History with a minor in Political ScienceClinical Mental Health Counseling 

Hi, my name is Abby, and I am one of the graduate assistants for writing support in the Learning Center. I graduated from Shippensburg in 2021 with a bachelors in history and decided to stay at Ship to pursue a master's in counseling! I am a Certified LGBTQ+ Affirmative Coach. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar, boxing, hiking, and spending time with my three dogs.


 

Samuel  Pittenger

Samuel Pittenger

Major(s): Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Hello! My name is Samuel Pittenger. I work as a writing graduate assistant in the Learning Center. I graduated with my bachelors degree in psychology in Spring  2023. Outside of work, I love to play video games, watch TV, and spend time with friends. 


 

Cecilia Courtright

Cecilia Courtright

Major(s): Psychology

Hi, my name is Cecilia. I am a psychology major and a writing tutor for the Learning Center. I am currently a senior and hope to continue my education with a master's in applied psychology. In my free time, I like to read, hike, and travel. 


 

Brooke Curran

Brooke Curran

Major(s): Political Science with minors in Public Service and Professional Writing

My name is Brooke and I'm a tutor in the Learning Center for both writing and political science. I am a senior and also work as a First Year Experience UNIV 101 peer anchor. Over the past year, I held an internship in Harrisburg and mentored 20 European students who studied environmental issues at SU. I love listening to music and spending time with my two golden retrievers. 


 

May Holm

May Holm

Major(s): Criminal Justice

Hello! My name is May and I am excited to be a writing tutor this semester! I just graduated from Shippensburg in the spring and am continuing my education here this year to get my master's. I live in Shippensburg with my two cats, Ladie and Spoons (the loves of my life). I love writing, playing piano, camping, and drastically changing my hair every month or so. Post graduation, I plan to go into criminal justice research and policy, specifically looking into the modern problems within the correctional system. 


 

Madilyn House

Madilyn House

Major(s): Geoenvironmental Studies

Hey, My name is Madilyn, and I am one of the peer tutors at the Learning Center! I am active in the Geography-Earth Science department here at Ship, and I love making and looking at maps. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and spending time outdoors. 


 

Kylie Montgomery

Kylie Montgomery

Major(s): Early Childhood/Elementary Education (PK-4) with minors in International Development Education and Psychology

Hi! My name is Kylie and I am a writing tutor at the Learning Center. I am a junior here at Ship and I’m pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also currently working towards a minor in International Development-Education and Psychology. Some other things I enjoy are reading, hanging out with my friends and family, and traveling!


 

Henry Mooney

Henry Mooney

Major(s): Communications/Journalism with an emphasis in Electronic Media, and a minor in Marketing

Hi! My name is Henry Mooney, and this is my second semester as a writing tutor in the Learning Center! I'm currently a senior Comm/Journ student. I'm also working towards a minor in Marketing. In my spare time, I enjoy working out, playing bass guitar, and cooking! In the future, I hope to get a job in marketing design or something related to music. 


 

Luke Rainey

Luke Rainey

Major(s): Political Science and Communication Studies 

Hello! I am Luke Rainey, and I am an undergraduate writing tutor at the Learning Center. I live in Harley Hall as a second-year student. I am a staff contributor and assistant copy editor for The Slate, as well as a member of the university's Public Relations Student Society of America chapter. I am looking forward to another year of using my writing skills to help other students!


 

Edward Wenschhof

Edward Wenschhof

Major(s): Computer Science with a minor in German Studies

Hi, my name is Edward, and I am a writing tutor. I am currently a sophomore computer science student. I enjoy reading, watching movies, and petting the animals on my family’s farm. In the future, I hope to get a job in software development, and I hope to use my minor to travel to Germany. 


 

Hally  Buffington

Hally Buffington

Major(s): Criminal Justice

Hi, I'm Hally, one of the writing tutors for the Learning Center. I'm currently a junior at Shippensburg University and hope to one day have a career in the legal field. In my free time. I enjoy reading, writing my own stories, and helping with the youth ministry at my church. 


 

Brianna Fry

Brianna Fry

Major(s): Accounting


 

Contact the Learning Center

Student Success Center, Mowrey Hall, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257 Phone: 717-477-1420
Open Monday–Thursday 10am–9pm, Friday 10am-4pm, and Sunday 5pm–9pm