All of us writing consultants have experience writing at the university level and have taken a special course preparing us to provide peer support for writing.

Writing Resource Center Consultants

As you get to know us you will find that each of us is different, with a different consulting style. Let us know what works for you and we’ll do our best to help.


Caroline BenderCaroline Bender

Caroline Bender holds a BS in English and Communication with a concentration in writing from the University of Minnesota – Crookston. Currently, Caroline is a first-year graduate student at Bemidji State University. Previously, Caroline worked at a law office where she proofread documents. Caroline enjoys learning about ancient literature and Transcendentalism literary works. In her free time, Caroline enjoys the many outdoor recreational experiences that the Bemidji area has to offer.


Tori Bohney

Tori BohneyTori Bohney is a junior at BSU, studying creative and professional writing with a film studies minor. She is one of the captains on our Hockey Cheer Team and is one of the leaders for Fellowship of Christian Athletes on campus. When she’s not writing or ice skating, she loves hiking, being with friends and being next to the ocean!


Alexandra Docherty

Alexandra DochertyAlex is a communication studies major at BSU. She also works as a CNA at Goldpine Home. In her free time, Alex enjoys spending time with friends, cooking and traveling. After graduation, she is planning to attend graduate school to pursue a career in speech-language pathology.


Ashlynn Wuori

Ashlynn Wuori is a senior creative and professional writing major at BSU. In her free time, she enjoys art, baking, reading, and being with friends. After graduation, she hopes to pursue an editorial career in the publishing industry.


Former Directors

The Writing Resource Center is eternally indebted to the former consultants and directors, who made this service an integral part of BSU life.

Wendy Grosskopf
Brandy Lyn Brown
Jeanette Lukowski
Brian Donovan
Michael Morgan