Coordinators
Joslyn ‘Joz’ Mara
Joslyn ‘Joz’ Mara fell into the Writing Center World during their time at Grand Valley
State University. After three years at the Fred Meijer Center for Writing & Michigan
Authors, they left GVSU with a B.A. in Writing and a deep respect for how influential
writing centers could be on writers of any experience level. She was trained in a
wide array of Writing Center pedagogy at FMCFWAMA, while her educational background
focused on Read More developmental editing and marketing. Joz also worked as the Vice Editor-in-Chief
of the Grand Valley Journal of History, getting a grip on academic publishing and
communications.
After spending a few years as a cross-genre beta reader, the writing center world
drew them back in. In December 2022, Joz joined the LCC writing Center team as the
first full time Service Coordinator. He tackles the day-to-day questions, concerns,
and scheduling. You can thank her for the respectable plant forest that thrives in
the Writing Center. They are constantly on the search for the perfect mix of supporting
students and supporting the staff.
Grace Williams
Grace Williams started in writing centers as a peer tutor at her undergraduate institution,
Lake Superior State University, and then worked as a graduate consultant at Eastern
Michigan University while earning her MA in Literature. The professional development
she received at EMU inspired her to pursue her PhD in Writing Studies from Wayne State
University so she could better help students on their writing journeys. While at WSU,
Read More she acted as Assistant Director of the Writing Center before graduating and joining
LCC as an Assistant Professor of English. Grace has taught all manner of writing courses,
from developmental to intermediate composition, but has predominantly taught first-year
composition (for native and non-native speakers of English) and technical communication.
Her work has been published in Praxis.
Grace values writing as a means of solidifying learning and as a mode that facilitates
action. She is also attuned to the intellectual and affective labor involved in the
writing process; in her classroom and mentorship, she strives to honor the ways in
which students need guidance for both components. As Co-Coordinator of LCC’s writing
center, she enjoys collaborating with her colleagues on campus and off, as well as
supporting writing assistants in serving our students.
Timothy Deines
Tim Deines began his writing center career as a student tutor while working on a Master’s
degree in English at Cleveland State University. This formative experience left a
lasting impression, centered on the unique camaraderie among writing center staff
and their shared commitment to the development of student writers. After completing
a PhD in English at Michigan State University, Tim joined the English Department at
Lansing Read More Community College on a full-time basis in 2017. Since arriving at LCC, Tim has taught
extensively within the Composition and Advanced Writing and Literature programs. This
classroom experience informs his current role as Co-coordinator of the LCC Writing
Center, a position he has held alongside Jill Reglin since 2024.
In the Center, Tim finds the same level of professional dedication he first witnessed
as a graduate student. He is invested in ensuring the Writing Center remains a vital,
inclusive space on campus where students from all disciplines can practice the craft
of writing. By fostering an environment rooted in patient, rigorous one-to-one feedback,
Tim helps students navigate the complexities of the writing process, keeping the Center
a hub of intellectual growth and creative discovery for the entire college.
Writing Assistants
Buu-Tran Duong
I have 15+ years of experience in tutoring writing, math, chemistry, etc. My favorite part of writing is asking questions and encouraging my students to be skeptical. I graduated with a bachelor’s in Biology and a master’s in Strategic Communication and Leadership from the University of West Florida. My favorite foods are shrimp and ice cream. Best buffet recommendations in town: IPOT, Ohana Sushi and Bar, and Hibachi Grill Sushi Buffet.
Megan Fila
I am a writing assistant with degrees in communication and Spanish with a TESOL certification. I began my writing center tenure longer ago than I’ll admit and returned after teaching ESOL at a local resettlement agency. I love people, their quirks, and helping every writer share their inner words with a waiting world.
Ashton Hoffman
With a bachelor's in psychology and English, I'm familiar with both the analytical and creative sides of writing. An appointment with me will likely focus on the structure of your paper, the clarity of your ideas, and how to express those ideas at a sentence, paragraph, and essay level. In my free time, you can find me reading, sleeping, and watching way too much YouTube.
Lynne Huhn
I have been working in the Writing Center for 6 years. I’m a former elementary school teacher with a background in English grammar instruction. I enjoy working with students on all types of assignments. I’m a mom to three boys, and when I’m not working in the Writing Center, I’m usually at their sporting events. I think that pineapple is the best pizza topping!
Kim Mathiot
I've been a writing assistant at the LCC Writing Center for nearly six years. With formal training in academic writing and APA style, and a solid grasp of how to tutor writers, I'll help you discover what you already know about writing and develop your own unique voice. My goal is to help you walk away knowing exactly what you need to do next and feeling confident enough to do it on your own!
Susan Murphy
While working as an LCC librarian, I worked as a Faculty Writing Assistant in the Writing Center. I failed my retirement from the Library and returned to work as a Professional Writing Assistant. I have been here for seven years. I write flash fiction, poetry, and unfinished novels. I have read all of Agatha Christie’s 66 novels at least once and snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef.
Kenya Nelson
I have been passionate about writing since childhood, winning major awards in high school, such as the NAACP ACT-SO Award for Playwriting. In 2021, I published my first novel, Ungrateful, while completing my Master's in ESL at Hamline University that summer. When I'm not writing or creating graphic design, I enjoy traveling, yoga, meditating, and reading.
Adrian Rios
I am a Professional Writing Assistant here at LCC. I have been working as a Professional Writing Assistant from 2022 to the present. In 2018, I graduated from GVSU with two bachelor’s degrees in Anthropology and Philosophy. In 2021, I earned a post-bachelor’s certificate in Paralegal Studies from LCC. Outside of work, I enjoy music, reading, and writing. Others have noted my ability to identify obscure facts like D3 College Mascots and Archaeological sites.
Founding Coordinator
Jill Reglin
Jill Reglin is the founding Coordinator of LCC's Writing Center, which opened in 1998. She continued to serve as a Faculty Coordinator in the Writing Center for 28 years, retiring in 2026. Reglin was also instrumental in starting the Michigan Writing Centers Association, a statewide professional organization that held its annual Ideas Exchange conference at LCC three times during her career. She was actively involved in the East Central Writing Centers Association, serving in various roles including President, Conference Chair, and Keynote Speaker. Additionally, Reglin served on the Executive Board of the International Writing Centers Association as Secretary, the Editorial Review Board of the Writing Center Journal, and was a four-time leader in the IWCA Summer Institute.
In her teaching role at LCC, Reglin taught Composition 1 and Composition II, along with various developmental writing courses. She served on LCC’s Academic Senate and is a National Writing Project Teaching Consultant. Reglin earned her Bachelor’s degree from Alma College and Master’s from Michigan State University.
Contact Us
The Writing Center
A&S 2214
517-483-1907
writingctr@lcc.edu
Fall/Spring Semester
Monday - Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm
Friday - Saturday: 11 am – 4 pm
Summer Semester
Monday - Thursday: 10 am – 4 pm
Friday: 10 am – 2 pm