Katherine Hennessey

I started my career as an ESL teacher in local high schools, where the majority of my students were first-generation immigrants. I saw how for so many of them the transition to college was harder to navigate because the schools assumed a level of familiarity that my students did not have. I became a Terrier Firsts Advocate to help students navigate the “hidden curriculum” and help them find their place at BU. I hope to connect students to the resources and supports they need to make their college experience a success.

• Gender Identity and Pronouns: she/her
• Hometown: Simsbury, CT
• Business/Industry of Interest: Art and Humanities, Social Science
• Personal Facts/ Hobbies/ Interests: I have lived all over the US and internationally. I have experienced being an international student from the other side as I went to a graduate school abroad for my masters. I love animals and have 2 dogs. My hobbies include traveling, reading, cooking, and roller-skating. I love to learn new skills and am currently working on learning the piano.
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