Natasha has applied to attend Brown University Summer@Brown this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Natasha
Natasha
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
New Haven Academy
Location:
New Haven, CT
Successfully funded on April 12th, 2017!
Fully funded!
$4,096 raised
$0 to go
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Natasha
Natasha's Story

My passion is Liberal Arts.

I’ve enjoyed writing since a very young age. I like to put together pieces for other people to read, be it creative writing work or an academic essay. Now that I’m in my third year of high school, my humanitarian side has really started to shine. My interest in history, politics, and social activism has increased greatly. This desire has overflowed through work I’ve done in classes, and even some heavier verbal discussions. I realize I care so much about empathy and truth. I believe it’s important to address issues in our communities, regardless of the scale - local or global. In addition to reporting problematic news, I also believe in spreading positive stories. People should acknowledge that while the world isn’t perfect, there are good people out there doing good things, and I want to inspire readers to educate themselves, and then let their knowledge influence their daily choices.

Saul
A Note from Mr. Fussiner, Natasha's Teacher

Natasha is a tremendous student, thinker and humanitarian. She does exemplary work in all of her classes, and frequently coaches others as well. She takes full advantage of every opportunity to pursue her passions. She was chosen by Evolutions to participate in the Youth Undoing Racism workshops at the People's Institute this past weekend. She is also a member of our school's Facing History & Ourselves Advisory Council and has helped plan Narrative 4 storytelling lessons with me and her Literature teacher.

Campaign Activity
Natasha
Natasha posted an update
May 9
Thank you!

I will be taking the "Creative Disobedience: Spoken Protest as Public Art" course, this summer, at Brown University. I am beyond ecstatic. This opportunity will be the highlight of my vacation break, and perhaps the highlight of my Junior year. I will be able to enrich my writing skills, practice my public speaking skills, reinforce my comprehension skills as we analyze complex texts and speeches, and also express myself artistically through a solo performance! This year, I have grown a passion for social activism and have always loved spoken word, so this program will really help nurture these interests of mine.

I hope to be propelled into the life of a prospective college student, to meet new people so that my peers and I can work towards our brighter futures embellished with our personal ambitions, and to gain insight into areas of study that I naturally gravitate towards but don’t get to fully engage with often enough. I want to study how people in the past used their voices to spark positive, powerful change in society, so that I can one day do the same with my own small voice.

Success! Mr. Fussiner helped Natasha raise $4,096
April 12
Holden Caulfield donated $49
April 12

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $45

Kate Close donated $50
April 12

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Istvan B'Racz donated $100
April 11

Natasha, you deserve this. GO YOU! Good luck, and enjoy!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $100

Paul O'Connell donated $25
April 11

You were a remarkable student in sixth grade, Lord only knows what you will become. Remember, when someone tells you you can't do something, use that as your motivation to get it done, and remember that there are more people that think you can!!!!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Anonymous donated $25
April 11

Go Natasha! Wishing you success as you pursue your dreams.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Rose Ab Hamid donated $120
April 10

This amount is a donation from Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School's teachers and staff. We thank them for their love and support for Natasha, as well as other BRAMS alumni.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $120

Lucy Flynn donated $75
April 9

Keep up the hard work, and enjoy your summer at college.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $75

Anonymous donated $20
April 8

Natasha, I hope you reach your goal. This is just a little something for you to experience college life before you officially enroll. Good luck to you in your future endeavors.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $20

Amalia Mohd donated $50
April 7

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Jameka Sayles donated $25
April 7

I'm so proud of you Natasha! I remember how prolific your writing was even as a 6th grader. Keep rising to the top sweetheart!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Dorothy Cohen donated $50
April 5

Best of luck in all that you do. You are intelligent, conscientious and driven - all traits that will take you far!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Paul and Marcia Mulligan donated $50
April 5

Not only a great scholar, but a wonderful humanitarian in the making. Enjoy your time In Providence, RI!!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Theodore Goodwin donated $75
April 5

Good luck and all the best at Brown's summer program!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $75

Trish Townsend donated $25
April 4

Natasha, I love hearing updates on how you are doing from your mom! Good luck!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Amy Laggis donated $25
April 3

You will have a blast at Brown!!! So proud of you Natasha!!!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Nicola Feldman donated $25
April 2
Anonymous donated $25
April 1
Dirty Dan donated $50
April 1
Maeda Hanafi donated $50
April 1
Haziq Zainudin donated $50
April 1
Anuar Ismail donated $25
April 1
Carissa Kee donated $50
March 31

I have not had the pleasure of teaching her because she doesn't take dance, but I know she is an exceptional student and she deserves and has worked very hard for this opportunity! Stop by the dance room and say hi some time Natasha! Best of luck on all your future endeavors!

Anonymous donated $25
March 23
Nina DeJesus donated $50
March 19

As a Brunonian, I'm rooting for you every step of the way!

Leszek Ward donated $100
March 17
Anonymous donated $25
March 16
Student Contribution donated $99
March 16
Brown University
Brown University donated $1,998
March 16
Saul
Mr. Fussiner started this campaign
March 16
Natasha
Natasha was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1