Dr. Amber Hedquist is a Research Specialist with the Arizona Water Innovation Initiative and a Faculty Associate at Arizona State University.

Hiscox is an instructor the Writers' Studio. She holds an MFA, doctorate, and TEFL certification and has taught writing in England, Czechia, and Spain in addition to the US. She is Co-founder of Tram Editions Poetry Press.

Marleny completed her undergraduate and graduate education in her first three years of working full-time at Barrett, The Honors College. She continues to further her education with the goal of one day earning a PhD.

Experienced academic professional passionate about empowering students. Skilled in advising, testing services, and placement coordination. Dedicated to student success and fostering inclusive communities.

Kelly McElwain earned her BA from the University of San Diego and her MA from ASU. She teaches ENG 101 in the Writers' Studio, a fully online first-year composition program in the College of Interactive Sciences and Arts.

Seattle native in Phoenix, mother of two, life-long learner.