Amy Bennett-Zendzian

Amy Bennett-Zendzian is a Lecturer and Writing Center Coordinator at Boston University. She has taught writing at BU since 2009 and in Boston-area colleges since 2004. Her research focuses on writing pedagogy, fairy tales, fantasy/science fiction, children’s literature, and young adult literature. She has published essays and book chapters, including work on the gift economy in The Hunger Games and teaching fairy tales in composition classes. Additionally, she is an internationally published poet and playwright, with works produced in stage, film festivals, and podcasts.

• Education:
• 2010 M.A., English, Boston University
• 2006 M.A., Children’s Literature, Simmons College
• 2006 M.F.A., Writing for Children, Simmons College
• 2001 A.B., English, Cornell University

Her academic contributions include co-authoring a chapter on fairy tales in composition pedagogy and exploring intersections between literature and education. She has received recognition for her teaching excellence, including the CAS Dean’s Award for Part-Time Teaching. Beyond academia, her creative works bridge literary and performance arts, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to storytelling.

• Awards:
• CAS Dean’s Award for Excellence in Part-Time Teaching

No grants or formal advising roles are explicitly detailed. She collaborates with the Writing Center and contributes to BU’s writing programs.