Elise Vist, PhD (they/them) | Workshops and Integrated Programs Coordinator
As the Workshops and Integrated Programs Coordinator, Elise is responsible for the development, implementation, and facilitation of virtual and in-person workshops and seminars to support the writing and communication activities of undergraduate and graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. Elise maintains a highly collaborative process and coordinates with campus partners and faculty to design and deliver customized workshops and seminars for departments, research institutes, and other campus groups. Additionally, they ensure that the values of equity and inclusivity are embedded in the practices and programs that the Writing and Communication Centre supports.
Emma Dunn, PhD (she/her) | Writing and Communication Advisor, Workshops and Integrated Programs
Emma is an experienced instructor and developer of writing and communications programming. She holds a Ph.D. in Communication & Culture from Ryerson and York universities (joint program), M.A. in English (Brock University), and B.Ed. in Intermediate/Senior education (Brock University). Her doctoral work spans the fields of feminist media studies, health humanities, and youth literatures and cultures.
Emma has experience working with a wide range of writers in her previous capacities as university writing centre consultant, part-time college Professor, undergraduate lecturer, and OCT-certified secondary school teacher. In addition to her teaching background, Emma has professional experience as a communications specialist for several organizations in the public sector and has published her work in both industry and peer-reviewed academic contexts. Emma is committed to supporting new and seasoned writers at any stage of their writing process, helping them develop their confidence, technical skills, and unique authorial voice.