Web Designer Stephanie Leary and Assistant Director Steve Kaminczak have joined the UWC staff.

The UWC is pleased to announce the addition of two key staff members: Steve Kaminczak has signed on as the UWC’s assistant director and Stephanie Leary is the writing center’s first full-time Web designer.

Kaminczak was previously the assistant director for the writing center at Sam Houston State University. At the UWC, he’ll have a variety of administrative duties, including overseeing the schedule, and he’ll work closely with consultants as a team leader.

The UWC consultants have definitely made a good impression on Kaminczak. “The consultants here are truly student leaders. They know what they need to do, and they do it. They’re very independent,” says Kaminczak.

UWC Executive Director Valerie Balester thinks Kaminczak is a seamless fit for the UWC: “The interaction between consultants and clients is at the heart of what we do, and Steve understands and values that interaction. He knows the challenges our consultants face and is quickly finding ways to enhance their training.”

Leary, who comes to the UWC after serving as the Web Communications Specialist for the Texas A&M University System, is excited to be in a position where her work will be accessed directly by students and faculty.

In addition to retooling the UWC’s extensive Web site, Leary will also oversee the center’s appointment system and Online Writing Lab (OWL).

“We’re so excited to have Stephanie on board,” enthuses Balester. “She’s already established herself on campus as a terrific Web designer, and I know that under her skillful direction, our site is going to become not only more user-friendly, but also a more engaging and dynamic place to visit.”