Jennie
What do you like most about tutoring?
Tutoring is a unique experience that allows me to connect one-on-one with students and to learn more about their interests, experiences, and aspirations. At the same, I love the opportunity to help them with not only concrete tasks-like their college essays but also to see them grow as writers. As someone with a doctorate in art history, I am committed to helping students develop their writing not only as a practical skill but also one with its own aesthetic sensibilities.
What subjects do you enjoy tutoring the most?
I really enjoy tutoring writing and related tasks.
Why do you like working at Apt Tutoring?
It's wonderful working with motivated and creative students; at the same time, it's been amazing to work with someone as engaged and thoughtful as Lisa over the years. We are in sync about our approach to writing, and I always appreciate exchanging ideas about teaching and other aspects of our work. Contributing to the vision of a small company makes my work feel significant, and I love being able to communicate so directly and easily with my Apt colleagues.
What did you major in at college, and what was your favorite class?
I majored in Classics with a minor in Italian studies. My favorite class was probably Roman Satire.
What do you like to do in your free time?
I love taking long walks with my golden retriever Tulip, watching French and Italian movies, visiting museums and galleries, and reading novels set in Italy during World War II.
What's your favorite book, song (or band), snack food?
Tough questions! I love almost anything written by Ian McEwan, and especially enjoyed Atonement; I love equally the bands Yo la Tengo and Pink Martini; and I love a scoop of stracciatella or pistacchio gelato when available!
Tell us about a favorite vacation.
I am passionate about traveling, and some of my favorite destinations include Bogotà, Paris, Capri, London, and Rovereto.
If you could have a coffee with any person dead or alive? Who would you choose, and why?
I would love to have coffee with French film director Jean-Luc Godard or Italian writer Natalia Ginzburg.
Salty or sweet person? What is your favorite salty/sweet snack?
Salty! My favorite snack is a tramezzino (mini-sandiwch in a triangle-shape) with smoked provolone, grilled zucchine, and tomato on brown bread from the Rosa Salva café in Campo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice, Italy.
Please tell us more fun facts about yourself!
I have lived in various parts of Italy and speak Italian fluently; my dog has worked in a few commercials; and I have lived in Rome, Florence, and Venice. Aside from working with Apt Tutoring and as a college professor, I am an active art critic and scholar.