Writing + Research

A collection of some of my published work. Check back frequently, as there's more coming soon!

Recipient of free tuition at Johns Hopkins University due to $1 billion donation from Bloomberg Philanthropies expresses relief

NBC NEWS | July 11, 2024

By Natalie Bennett

Nancy Chen has dreamed of being a doctor for as long as she can remember. “My best friend’s family gave me a birthday gift of a doctor’s toy kit,” Chen said. “And that really sparked my...

Reservations at top New York City restaurants are selling for hundreds of dollars

NBC NEWS | May 11, 2024

By Natalie Bennett

Some college students work in the school cafeteria or at the local coffee shop, but Alex Eisler, a sophomore at Brown University in Rhode Island, sells dinner reservations at some of New York City’s...

What started with Spanglish has become a whole new English dialect in Miami

NBC NEWS | September 23, 2023

By Natalie Bennett

Growing up as a first-generation Cuban American in Miami, Ismael Llano never thought twice about the way he spoke. “It’s one of those things where if everybody speaks the same way, then it’s...

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Book bans in prison cut inmates' lifeline to outside world

NBC NEWS | May 23, 2022

By Natalie Bennett

Books about Black and Indigenous people, Latinos and the LGBTQ community are often banned in prisons, but prohibited titles vary widely from state to state, studies show, cutting off a lifeline for...

Sustainability FAQs

BU SUSTAINABILITY BUZZFEED | October 17, 2018

By Natalie Bennett

You asked, we answered. Below are some FAQs about sustainability on campus and the BU Wind Project, asked by our very own terriers! Take a look below to see if your burning questions got answered.

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How To Celebrate The Holidays Sustainably

BU SUSTAINABILITY BUZZFEED | December 12, 2018

By Natalie Bennett

Secure your spot on the nice list this year by celebrating sustainably. Just add these easy tricks to your winter traditions and go green this holiday season!

PEP4U Now Listed on OC Nonprofit Central

PEP4U Press Release | January 4, 2021

By Natalie Bennett

Parkinson’s Exercise Program (PEP4U) is the very first non-profit 501(c)(3) gym for people with Parkinson's Disease (PWP) in South Orange County, California...