CJ: Downey tutor

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I'm a doctoral student in the African American Studies Department at Northwestern University. My disciplinary focus includes English/Literature, Political Theory, and Media Studies. I love to study film, history, literature, and other adaptive strategies for sharing our stories. But I especially love helping my students and peers to explore their interests, generate ideas for research, and pursue them with the necessary tools and guidance that I hope to provide.
I received my BA (with honors) from Dartmouth College in 2016. Though I arrived to Dartmouth as an environmental engineer (I still love math!), my interests in community development and historical research methods prompted my present trajectory. I love teaching and mentoring, and believe with the right attention, interest, and adaptable teaching strategies, students can learn and grow beyond the conventional classroom setting.

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CJ’s Qualifications

Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, African American Studies

Graduate Degree: Northwestern University - Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy

Test Scores

SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440

SAT Math: 710

SAT Writing: 720

GRE Verbal: 163

Hobbies

Outside of class, I love puzzles, knitting, and re-watching 90s sitcoms.