Meet Our Tutors
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Hi, my name is Ruby! I’m a junior majoring in Creative Writing & Playwriting and Screenwriting. When I’m not rehearsing with Crescendo, you can find me songwriting, singing, playing the piano, crocheting, or hanging out with friends. Check out Italics Mine to see some of my work- I’m excited to be a part of the Learning Center this year!
Pronouns: she/her/hers
From: Manhattan, New York
Year: Junior
Tutoring Areas: Creative Writing, Playwriting and Screenwriting, College Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
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Hello! My name is Syd Naranjo. I’m currently a second semester sophomore majoring in Psychology with a minor in Political Science. In my free time I enjoy going on runs, baking, and watching movies. I’m also really interested in collecting physical media and burning my own CDs! I’m looking forward to working with you in the Learning Center this semester!Pronouns: They/HeFrom: Westchester, NYClass: SophomoreTutoring Areas: College Writing, Psychology, and Political ScienceTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009SOPHIA.NARANJO@purchase.edu -
Hi! My name is Marin, I’m a Sophomore majoring in Journalism and minoring in Arts Management. I am a devoted activist on and off campus with a love for investigative journalism. I’m also a photographer; I cover mountain biking and shoot 35mm film. In my free time, I play electric guitar, love to read and listen to music! I’m excited to be a tutor this semester and can’t wait to work with you!
Pronouns: She/her/hers
From: Brooklyn, New York
Year: Sophomore
Tutoring Area: Journalism and College Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
MARIN.TYREE@purchase.edu
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Hi! My name is Kaelin Viera and I’m a sophomore double majoring in theatre and performance and journalism. When I’m not performing in a show, you can find me taking lots of naps, watching cat videos, and frequenting Einstein Bros Bagels. I’m looking forward to being a tutor this semester and I can’t wait to meet you!Pronouns: She/herFrom: Rhode IslandYear: SophomoreTutoring Area: College Writing, Theatre and Performance, JournalismTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009KAELIN.VIERA@purchase.edu -
Hi! My name is Mia. I’m a junior majoring in Cinema and Television Studies. In my free time, I volunteer for the Purchase chapter of NYPIRG; I also like to read, watch TV, crochet, and build LEGOs. I’m looking forward to tutoring next semester and meeting you all!Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
From: Port Jervis, NYClass: Junior
Tutoring Area: College Writing and Cinema and Television Studies
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009MIA.BALSAMO@purchase.edu -
Hello, My name is Evan Dufresne. I am a Junior majoring in screen writing with a minor in Asian studies. I look forward to tutoring for English and mandarin. I’m sure tutoring with be simpler than working with kids as a swim instructor. Conversing with peers about academic struggles and managing time and resources will be a joy for me. I have mentored incoming freshman, sharing my knowledge and understanding of college and Purchase as a whole. I can answer questions from confusion with your Degree Progress Report (DPR) to where all the cool spots are on campus. I enjoy skating, animating, and give 110% into everything I do. Let’s make this semester a great one.
Pronouns: He/ Him
From: Brooklyn, NY
Tutoring Area: Screen writing and playwriting, Asian Studies History, Lanugage, and culture class, & Mandarin
Tutoring Location: Learning Center 0009EVAN.DUFRESNE@purchase.edu
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Hi! My name is Rowan Keane-Lombardo, and I’m a Junior double majoring in Theatre and Performance and English and Global Literatures. My background in both has given me a deep appreciation for stories and their everlasting relevance, which led me to a specialization in playwriting. I also love complicated or archaic language, with years of experience dissecting Shakespeare in particular, so I would be happy to help with any comprehension questions you might have! Outside of class, I fence as a part of our school’s Fencing Club, play Dungeons and Dragons, and scheme to get Purchase to let me bring my two cats up here with me. I can’t wait to be your tutor this semester and to get to read your work!Pronouns: They/themFrom: BrooklynGrade: JuniorTutoring Area: College Writing, Theatre and Performance, and English and Global LiteraturesTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009R.KEANELOMBARDO@purchase.edu -
Hi! My name is Chaya and I am double majoring in Art History and Arts Management. Along with art history, I also really love movies, ceramics, and really any type of craft. I love traveling and going to see as many museums as possible. My favorite NYC museums are The Met, The Whitney, and The Met Cloisters and I am always 100% on board to discuss them. I can’t wait to meet you!
Pronouns: She/Her
From: South Orange, NJ
Grade: Sophomore
Tutoring Area: College Writing, Art History, and Arts Management
Tutoring Location: Learning Center
CHAYA.KURSON@purchase.edu
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Hello! My name is Tadhg Martin; I’m a sophomore studying Classical Composition and Philosophy. I’m a part of multiple music groups on campus. As well as being a tutor this semester, I will also be a Peer Mentor to college writing students. In my free time, I enjoy playing and writing music, listening to music, reading, and spending time with friends. I’m looking forward to being a tutor this semester and hope to see you at the learning center!Pronouns: He/HimFrom: Middleburgh, NYGrade: SophomoreTutoring Areas: Music Composition, Philosophy, College WritingTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009TADHG.MARTIN@purchase.edu -
Hey, hey, my name is Carter. I’m a freshman majoring in Painting and drawing. As a member of the Learning Center, I’m striving to enrich the Purchase community. I enjoy playing Dungeons and Dragons, reviewing albums and movies, programming, animating, and thrifting in my free time. I’m very excited for the spring semester, and I can’t wait to meet you.
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From: Brooklyn, New York
Year: Freshman
Tutoring Area: English & History & College Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009CARTER.OFFER@purchase.edu -
Hi! My name is Maeve Palma. I’m a Junior majoring in English and Global Literature. I’m currently in early admission graduate school studying to be a high school English teacher! I love to sing and play bass guitar, I also write music for my band on campus called Little Meadow. When I’m not busy with music and school I like to hike, indoor boulder, and hang out with my friends. I’m so excited to be helping out as a tutor in the Learning Center this semester!Pronouns: She/HerFrom: Guilford, ConnecticutGrade: JuniorTutoring Area: College Writing & LiteratureTutoring Area: Learning Center LIB 0009 -
My name is Marley Simon. I’m named after Bob Marley! I’m a senior Studio Composition major here at Purchase with a Psychology minor. I try to stay curious and find answers to every question I have. I love writing and language as much as I love music. I’ve been working as a stagehand and usher at the PAC this past year and I’m excited to move my work into the library to help with academics! I have experience volunteering in a couple different psych settings. I’m totally flexible, non-judgmental, and want to help turn academics into something enjoyable for everyone I work with.
Pronouns: He/Him
From: Harlem, Manhattan
Class: Senior
Tutoring area: College Writing, Music, and Psychology
Tutoring location: Learning Center LIB 0009MARLEY.SIMON@purchase.edu -
Hey! My name is Maddie, and I am a sophomore majoring in sociology with a strong passion for writing. Outside of my passion for writing and sociology, I enjoy making crafts, listening to music, and watching movies. I’m approachable, patient, and always happy to talk through ideas. Creating a supportive and judgment-free space where questions and creativity are always welcome is very important to me, as my goal is to make writing more manageable and less stressful!
Pronouns: She/Her
From: Mamaroneck, New York
Grade: Sophomore
Tutoring Area: College Writing and SociologyMADISON.TAMAGNA@purchase.edu
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Hey! My name is Alba Morales-Millan and I’m a sophomore majoring in Clarinet Performance. This semester I’ll be part of the staff at the Learning Center and at the Stood. I’m very happy to be part of these groups. I enjoy going on hikes and spending time with my family and friends. I’m looking forward to being a tutor this semester and I can’t wait to meet you!
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
From: Madrid, Spain
Year: Sophomore
Tutoring Area: Music Performance and Music Theory and Spanish
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
ALBA.MORALESMILLAN@purchase.edu
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Hello! My name is Audrey Redmond. I’m a freshman majoring in Theatre and Creative Writing. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, thrift shopping, and film photography! I’m really looking forward to being a tutor this semester and can’t wait to meet you all!
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From: Brandon, Florida
Year: Freshman
Tutoring Areas: Theatre & Creative Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center
AUDREY.REDMOND@purchase.edu
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Hello! My name is Maeve Van Engen. I’m a Sophomore student double majoring in Sociology and Theater & Performance. A fun fact about me is that I have three brothers. I have a passion performing ( dancing,singing and acting). In my free time I love to spend time outside, be active, bake and read. I am looking forward to being a tutor this semester and I can’t wait to meet all of you!
Pronouns: She/Her/HersFrom: Manhattan, New YorkYear: SophomoreTutoring Area: Sociology, Theatre & Performance, and College WritingTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009MAEVE.VANENGEN@purchase.edu -
Hello! My name is Aidan White and I am majoring in Opera Performance. I am also proficient in Spanish and learning Italian, German, and French. In my free time, I love to listen to new music and meditate. My goal is to become a professional opera singer and to one day teach vocal arts at a collegiate level. I love tutoring, so don’t hesitate to reach out!
Pronouns: He/Him/His
From: Albany, New York
Year: Junior
Tutoring Area: Music and Italian
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
aidan.white@purchase.edu
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Hi, my name is Imani Carre. I am a second-year Dance Performance major with a minor in Arts Management. Just as much as I enjoy using movement as a form of expression and communication, I find words to be similar in that way. In the little free time I have, I enjoy reading, watching films, and working on side projects with other creative peers. I give thanks to God for leading me on my path, and I am grateful for this opportunity to provide guidance to my peers. I am looking forward to meeting you all!
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From: South Florida
Grade: SophomoreTutoring Area: College Writing & Arts Management
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009IMANI.CARRE@purchase.edu
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Hello! My name is Cage, and I am a Senior majoring in English and Global Literature. I’m a contributing writer for the Purchase Phoenix, and I like to spend my time reading or going to the movies. You can often find me in some nook or cranny of the library reading a book or just wandering around campus looking for an adventure. I love to make life easier for those around me, and I hope I can help you soon!
Pronouns: He/Him/His
From: Mansfield, Texas
Grade: Senior
Tutoring Area: College Writing, Journalism, Theater & Performance, and English and Global LiteratureTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
CAGE.EVINGER@purchase.edu
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Hi! I’m Orly, a sophomore majoring in Anthropology and Philosophy and minoring in Environmental Studies. When I’m not doing schoolwork, I enjoy watching movies, going on hikes, and spending time with my friends. I’m a vampire media enthusiast and love anything from the 1970s. After college, I plan to go to law school and hope to pursue a career in environmental law. I’m looking forward to working with you all at the learning center this semester!
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From: Long Beach, NY
Class: Sophomore
Tutoring Areas: College Writing, Anthropology, Philosophy
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
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Hey! My name is June Lambertson. I’m a senior with a double major in history and arts management. I’ve worked as a Health promotion intern on campus last year and continue to teach a mediation class on campus at the harbor center. I enjoy learning about political history and mindfulness. I spend my free time playing guitar, painting, and preforming. I am very excited to be working at the Learning Center this semester and help you out with your studies!
Pronouns: They/he
From: Woodstock, NY
Grade: Senior
Tutoring Area: College Writing, History, and Arts Management
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009
KEELER.LAMBERTSON@purchase.edu
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Hi! My name is Langston Muller. I’m a sophomore majoring in Playwriting and Screenwriting with a minor in English and Global Literatures. I live, eat, sleep, and drink writing and am extremely excited to work with you on yours. During the rare periods where I’m not jotting things down, I enjoy consuming horror movies, comedy shows, and the complete bibliography of Terry Pratchett. I very much look forward to meeting you all!Pronouns: They/ThemFrom: Silver Spring, MarylandGrade: SophomoreTutoring Area: Playwriting and Screenwriting, College WritingTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009THOMAS.MULLER@purchase.edu -
Hello! My name is Mariel, and I am a junior Playwriting and Screenwriting major with two minors in Theatre and Performance and Psychology. I am on the e-board for the Literature Society on campus, and in my free time I love to write, go see musicals and plays, and go to museums. I am looking forward to being a tutor at the Learning Center, and I am excited to work with you all!
Pronouns: she/her
From: Bronx, New York
Grade: Junior
Tutoring Areas: Playwriting, Screenwriting, College Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009MARIEL.OMOIGUI@purchase.edu
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Hello! My name is Audrey Redmond. I’m a freshman majoring in Theatre and Creative Writing.In my free time I enjoy listening to music, thrift shopping, and film photography!I’m really looking forward to being a tutor this semester and can’t wait to meet you all!
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From: Brandon, Florida
Grade: Freshman
Tutoring Area: Theatre & Creative Writing
Tutoring Location: Learning Center
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Hey there! My name is Ella Slomba. I am now a junior double majoring in Photography and Journalism. I came to Purchase from Buffalo, NY to pursue my work in the arts outside a close-knit city-town. I have learned so much coming here and being given the opportunity to immerse myself in such a different environment. Purchase has allowed me to see all the growth and potential I have made and how far I can go. On campus I have worked with The Beat Magazine, joined Photography Club (’23-’24), and The Black Student Collective. This year I cannot wait to do more on campus whether it be writing or taking photos, I will hopefully create more exposure for myself. In the meantime, I am working at The Learning Center to help those any way I can.Pronouns: She/TheyFrom: Buffalo, NYGrade: JuniorTutoring Area: College Writing, Journalism, and PhotographyTutoring Location: Learning Center LIB 0009ELLA.SLOMBA@purchase.edu