Bettina Cuddy ‘26

Bettina Cuddy is a Sophomore at Northeastern University pursuing a combined major in Health Science and Business Administration with a minor in Health Science Entrepreneurship. Born and raised in New York City, she trained at American Youth Dance Theater for 12 years, all while completing her studies at the Lycée Français de New York. During her time at AYDT, she became a recognized and accomplished dancer, performing roles such as Clara and Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker, as well as White Swan in Swan Lake and Pas d’Esclave in Le Corsaire. She participated in various summer intensive programs, such as Joffrey Ballet Pre-Professional, The Nutmeg Conservatory, Manhattan Youth Ballet, American Ballet Theater, and Steps Pre-Professional. She also has pursued training in Hip Hop, both at her studio and with others such as Broadway Dance Center and The Lab Creative Arts Studio with Sienna Lalau. Outside of the studio, she is interested in all things health and medicine, and plans to pursue studies in health tech and entrepreneurship.