Dasha holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from New York University and a master's degree in linguistics from Universitat Pompeu Fabra. Dasha is currently a PhD candidate and Term Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics. Her dissertation looks into L2 speech perception and L2 speakers' dynamic self-assessment. Dasha is passionate about helping students to refine their writing, convey their ideas, and become more confident academic writers.
Vanja holds a bachelor's degree in English language and literature from the University of Banja Luka and is currently a master’s student and a teaching assistant in the Department of Linguistics. Her project looks into the characteristics of gonzo journalism and their adaptation to film. Vanja is passionate about creative writing, film, and communicating research creatively. Her goal is to help students find their voice through writing and help them become more confident as both academic writers and active pursuers of knowledge.
