Audrey Pettit

Audrey Pettit is a dedicated academic, currently pursuing a PhD in English Language and Literature/Letters at New York University. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Political Science from Barnard College, where she distinguished herself as a Senior Class President and a Head Writing Fellow. nyu+2

She has a strong background in writing and editorial work, having served as Editor-in-Chief of 'Meliora: A Barnard Journal for English Theses' and as a Graduate Editorial Intern at Artists at Risk Connection (ARC). Her work as a Graduate Writing Consultant at NYU further demonstrates her commitment to supporting academic and literary endeavors. contactout+1

Audrey is an accomplished dancer with a lifelong passion for ballet, having participated in the CU Ballet Ensemble, Columbia Repertory Ballet, and Orchesis during her time at Barnard. She actively sought to foster a healthy relationship with dance, moving away from perfectionism towards a more personal and enjoyable experience. columbiaspectator+1

Her international experience includes a Fulbright scholarship where she served as an English Teaching Assistant in Lyon, France. This experience not only honed her teaching skills but also deepened her understanding of cultural and political dynamics, as evidenced by her writing on secularism and discrimination in France. barnard+1

Audrey has diverse internship experiences spanning various fields, including literary programs at PEN America, development at the Brennan Center for Justice, reporting at Missoula Current, and marketing at Penguin Random House, demonstrating a broad range of professional interests and skills.