Methuen grad makes a name for herself in Boston media scene

BOSTON – It’s no secret Tami Nguyen lives a double life.

By day, the 21-year-old from Methuen studies film and television at Boston University, where she’s a senior in the College of Communication on the cusp of graduation.

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Tami Nguyen: Eye on Success

Tami Nguyen a Methuen native, MHS alum and BU Graduate makes a name for herself in the Boston Media scene with jobs for the Celtics, Bruins and more

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Methuen grad makes a name for herself in Boston media scene — AMANDA SABGA/Staff photo.Tami Nguyen films fans during a Celtics game in December at the TD Garden.
Amanda Sabga

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