“I went on dozens of college tours and remember several moments where I thought the schools’ traditions were not at all exciting to me or relevant to what I hope to do during and after college. What Minerva had to offer — travel and immersive classes, for example — was much more suited to me.”

Prior to her work with DoSomething.org, Natalie collaborated with Berlin-based civic partner Kiron to create a massive open online course (MOOC) that helps student refugees complete their college degrees. She and a team of her peers researched difficulties with online learning, scripted, and produced an introductory course that all Kiron students are encouraged to take. Natalie came to Minerva because she was attracted to the diverse student body and stimulating academics.

• Read about Natalie’s experience at DoSomething.org
  
• Preview the MOOC Natalie and her peers created for Kiron
  
• Explore how Natalie is contributing to the future of higher education
  
• Learn more about Natalie in her recent conversation with Minerva