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The Graduate Division is excited to welcome Dr. Mia Nowotarski as the new Graduate Writing Specialist! She is here to assist graduate students in all their various writing needs. Interested students can reach out to her directly to schedule an appointment.

By Michael Roysner, Graduate Programming Assistant
Thursday, January 11th, 2024 - 4:57pm


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Mia Nowotarski

In their continued commitment to supporting students in the development of their writing skills, the Graduate Division is happy to announce the hiring of Dr. Mia Nowotarski as the new Graduate Writing Specialist.

In her new role. Dr. Nowotarski will:

  • Provide one-on-one consultation to graduate students through appointments
  • Develop and lead workshops on a variety of writing topics of interest to graduate students and as requested by individual departments
  • Work collaboratively with other relevant campus units, such as the Office of Research, to identify opportunities for research development for graduate students
  • Consult with campus stakeholders to provide writing support to graduate students for specific purposes and projects

As she starts her new role, Dr. Nowotarski writes:

“I'm passionate about offering comprehensive writing support and guidance for academic pursuits, professional documents, and scholarly applications, along with any additional assistance you might seek. Armed with a PhD in Chemistry from UCSB and honored as an NSF GRFP Fellow, I've honed my skills as a former student editor. With a focus on assisting individuals in refining their written works, I'm here to collaborate one-on-one, ensuring your content shines in clarity, coherence, and impact. Whether it's academic papers, fellowships applications, or grant proposals, let's work together to craft compelling narratives and polished documents that elevate your goals and aspirations.”

This vital service is a direct result of the collaboration between the Graduate Division and the Office of Research. Welcome aboard Dr. Nowotarski!

If you'd like to schedule a consultation with her, please fill out this scheduling form.