Writing Mentors
First Peoples' House Writing Mentors are available to provide one-on-one writing support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit undergraduate students at the U of A. Writing Mentors can provide support for all university-related assignments (e.g. essays, research papers, lab reports, scholarship applications etc.). They can support undergraduate students with any stage of the writing process including brainstorming, drafting, revising, and final editing.
First Nations, Métis and Inuit students can contact our Writing Mentors directly or email First Peoples’ House for a referral.
Please Note:
- Contact the Writing Mentor that specializes in the subject area related to your assignment. If you are not sure who to reach out to then contact First Peoples’ House for assistance.
- This academic resource is only available to First Nations, Métis and Inuit undergraduate students currently studying at the U of A.
Meet the Writing Mentors
Writing Mentor: Kelsey
Subject Areas: Sociology. History, Native Studies, Natural Sciences
Kelsey Lindquist is a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta and has Cree-Métis and Euro-Settler ancestry. She is a second-year MA student in the Department of Sociology. She has experience writing for a variety of disciplines, including sociology, history, Native Studies, and natural sciences. She is most familiar with ASA and APA citation styles.
In her free time, Kelsey enjoys running, doing yoga, and listening to podcasts. Whether you are working on a research paper, lab report, paper proposal, or any other writing assignment, Kelsey is here to support you. She is available to provide writing mentorship over Zoom or in-person. To schedule a meeting, email Kelsey at klindqui@ualberta.ca.
Program: Masters of Art (Sociology)
Subject Areas: Sociology. History, Native Studies, Natural Sciences
Citation Styles: ASA, APA
Email: klindqui@ualberta.ca
Writing Mentor: Amber
Subject Areas: Education, English, Psychology
Amber Smith is Métis, born and raised here in Amiskwaciwâskahikan on Treaty 6 Territory, with ancestral ties to the Red River and the homeland of the Métis People. She is a first-year Masters student in Educational Policy Studies, specializing in Indigenous Peoples Education. She holds a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in English and a Minor in Psychology. She has expertise in MLA, APA and Chicago style essay writing, as well as lived experience as a student with ADHD.
Outside of the academic world, Amber enjoys being with her kids, spending time on the land, cuddles with her doggo, making beadwork and embroidery, and reading Indigenous literature.
If you are struggling to get started on a paper, need a hand with the final polish, or anything in between, please reach out to Amber for writing mentorship. Mentorship sessions can take place over Zoom or in person. Email Amber to schedule a meeting!
Program: Masters of Education (Indigenous Peoples Education)
Subject Areas: English, Psychology
Citation Styles: MLA, APA, Chicago
Email: adsmith3@ualberta.ca
Writing Mentor: Ellie
Subject Areas: Native Studies, Sociology, English, Enviromental Science
Ellie is a citizen of the Metis Nation of Alberta with a family origin that can be traced back to the Dumont family on her mothers side with her father being now a settled Czech Canadian. Ellie previously worked a combined eight years supporting clinical specialties in ensuring patient document integrity. Ellie worked further two years for a national nonprofit providing support for various departments, particularly on projects related to Indigenous Relations and Communications. As a student, she has experience writing across several disciplines and enjoys supporting others in building their confidence in writing. Her areas of strength in writing are in the humanities including Rural Sociology, Native Studies, and English. She continues to explore the intersections between health, sustainability, and Indigenous practices.
In her spare time, she runs a small business, Mahkesîs Creations under which she joyfully creates beadwork, ribbon skirts, and other items that infuses contemporary pop culture with traditional Indigenous artisan techniques. She has a tiny Toy Poodle and a Jack Russel mix and can often be found hanging out with these two furballs.
Email: elliepodsednik@ualberta.ca