Amy Adams, MA English Literature, Texas State University 

Amy has been teaching Rhetoric and Composition at St. Edward's University since 2005. She has also taught a Freshman Seminar class, Film as Text, in the Popular Culture Learning Community since 2018, as well as working as a tutor in the St. Ed's Writing Center. 

"My teaching philosophy is that learning is fun, and that writing is all about understanding your purpose and audience."

Gina Cross, MLA Liberal Arts

Gina has taught Writing and Rhetoric at St. Edward’s since 2006. She also teaches a Freshman Seminar with a focus on college student mental health. 

Working one-on-one with students in the Writing Center is one of her favorite activities: "I strive to help students feel comfortable,  so don't worry if you are nervous about visiting the Writing Center for the first time." 

Prof. Jeffery Downs, 

Writing Center Director 

MA Rhetoric and Composition, TXST

Prof. Downs came to the Hill as an adjunct instructor, teaching WRIT 1301 and 2302. He still teaches and looks forward to every new class.

He enjoys the connections the Writing Center allows him to make across campus, from students to faculty, and even alumni.

Hi! My name is Aivry. I’m a senior Writing & Rhetoric major with a minor in English Literature. I'm originally from Houston, Texas and love reading, playing the piano and all things coffee. I’m excited to help you gain confidence in your writing and be unafraid to have fun with the writing process.  

Hi! I'm Ashley, a first-generation Marketing major who believes every student has a unique story to tell. I love helping writers find their own authentic voice within their work.

Hola! Soy Ashley, estudiante de Mercadotecnia de primera generación. Creo firmemente que cada estudiante tiene una historia única que contar. Me apasiona ayudar a otros escritores a encontrar su propia voz auténtica en su trabajo.

Hi, my name is Yahir. I am a first generation Communication major with a minor in Political Science, with a strong interest in writing and exploring diverse writing styles.

Hola, mi nombre es Yahir. Soy estudiante de primera generación en la carrera de Comunicación con una especialización menor en Ciencias Políticas. Disfruto escribir y leer los estilos de escritura únicos de otras personas. personas