Graduate Student Assistants
Victoria Adjetey
Research Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
victoria.adjetey@marquette.edu
"I am an ambitious and passionate young Ghanaian woman who aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and impactful solutions in women's development, and communication research and teaching. My research interests are in political communication, social change campaigns/development studies, intercultural communication, and international communication."
Dominic Boakye
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
dominic.boakye@marquette.edu
"Dominic is from the Ashanti Region of Ghana in West Africa, an area renowned for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant festivals, and the production of kente cloth. His research interests center on exploring how media and popular culture represent diverse cultural identities and shape racial dynamics. He is particularly focused on examining the portrayal of minority identities in the media, analyzing the intersections of race, gender, ethnicity and nationality. In his free time, he enjoys playing and watching soccer, dabbling in photography, and passionately believes that J. Cole is the GOAT."
Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
oluwaferanmi.dahunsi@marquette.edu
"I was born and raised in the southwestern part of Nigeria, where I graduated with a bachelor's degree in mass communication from Bowen University. My graduate school adventure is inspired by my desire to understand how the media can be a perpetuator and mitigating technique of stereotypes. I am also interested in human-computer interaction (HCI)."
Michelle Gomez
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
michelle.gomez@marquette.edu
"My name is Michelle, and I am a second-year international graduate student at Marquette University, pursuing a Master's degree in Media and Communication Studies. Born and raised in Guatemala City, Guatemala, I moved to Marquette in 2019 to earn my Honors Bachelor of Arts, with a double major in Digital Media and Advertising, a minor in Communication Studies, and a concentration in Communication Leadership (C-Lead). My research interests lie in media law and ethics, with a focus on the role of technology in a) deceptive and misleading advertising and b) political communication impacting voter turnout, freedom of expression, and media literacy. As a teaching assistant, I am committed to creating a dynamic and safe learning environment where I intellectually challenge my students to promote their success. By introducing students to a range of communication fields and encouraging them to critically consider ethical implications, I lay a foundational understanding that shapes their future careers. As I leverage my diverse knowledge, areas of research interest, and perspective as an international student and Marquette alumna, I promote authenticity and cultural awareness, fostering academic and social-emotional growth that empowers students to succeed in a globalized world."
Olamide Idowu
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
olamide.idowu@marquette.edu
"I am from Nigeria, popularly known as the largest city in Africa. I am the second born and first daughter of a family of 8 with 6 children. I love cooking and making clothes. My professional interest is in Human Relations."
Samantha Liggett
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
samantha.liggett@marquette.edu
"I am a first-year graduate student serving as a Teaching Assistant for Professor Sturgal's Comm 1000 course. I am originally from the Madison area, but I moved to a town near Burlington, WI, recently and will be living in Milwaukee for Graduate School. I studied International Studies with a Spanish Concentration, Environmental Science, and Peacebuilding for my undergraduate degree. I am interested in international affairs, political science communication, and environmental studies communications. I am also interested in religion and faith, specifically Catholicism and Catholic Social Teaching, and how they relate to current affairs."
Christian Otchere
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
christian.otchere@marquette.edu
"Hola, my name is Christian Otchere, though you can call me Chris or Christian—whichever you prefer. I’m currently pursuing a Master's degree in Communication, where I plan to continue my studies with a PhD, focusing on health communication. Originally from Ghana, I moved to the U.S. to follow my passion for research and higher education. I’m deeply committed to making a positive impact through my work, and I find great purpose in helping others in meaningful ways. My keen attention to detail is one of my greatest strengths—I’m often the one who catches what others overlook. My research interests border around psychological well-being, social support, and how that intertwines with computer-mediated and AI technologies."
Fei Song
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
fei.song@marquette.edu
"Research Interests: Media culture, education and social inequality, female dilemmas, etc."
Phylix Asilevi
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
phylix.asilevi@marquette.edu
"My name is Phylix Asilevi and I am from Ghana,West Africa. I am a graduate student and a teaching assistant at the Diedrich College of Communication in Marquette University. I hold a diploma in Communication Studies and a Bachelors Degree in Journalism from the Ghana Institite of Journalism, now University of Media, Arts and Communication. I love to read and write and this passion led me to create a blog where I posted short stories and motivational quotes. I am also a wife to the most wonderful man out there and a mother of two amazing kids.
I love to explore gender stereotypes specifically in women and their roles in society and in organizations. This reflected in my undergraduate thesis where I examined the gendered experience of female sports journalists in some selected media houses in Ghana.
During my time in Marquette, I hope to expand more on my research, learn a lot from faculty and make new and meaningful connections."
Lilian Brunclik
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication
lily.brunclik@marquett.edu
"Hello, my name is Lilian Brunclik. I was born and raised in Wisconsin. I love to travel, especially with friends and family. My favorite city is London which I have visited twice now. I love to examine different cultures and the way in which communication differs depending on the place. I am interested in researching crisis communication as well as organizational communication, and how it is practiced in workplace settings. I look forward to researching a variety of topics and am very excited about having the tools to do so here in this program."
Lauren Glomski
Graduate Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
lauren.glomski@marquette.edu
"I grew up in Brookfield, Wisconsin. I graduated from Waukesha County Technical College in 2014 with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Graphic Design. I graduated from Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2016 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Degree in Communication Design. I served in the United States Marine Corps as a Combat Engineer Officer for seven years. I have worked in a number of roles related to graphic design, print, and marketing. My research interests include interpersonal communication, psychology, and sociology."
Hannah Hernandez
Graduate Assistant, O'Brien Fellowship
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
hanna.hernandez@marquette.edu
"I am from Milwaukee, WI and graduated from Marquette University in May 2023 with a B.A. in journalism and a double minor in writing-intensive English and Spanish from Marquette. My research interests include topics related to social policy and social impact."
Nathan Lampres
Graduate Assistant, O'Brien Fellowship
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
nathan.lampres@marquette.edu
"From Chicago, Illinois, I'm a former undergraduate at Marquette University, and I love to golf in my free time."
Anna Makarova
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
anna.makarova@marquette.edu
"My name is Anna, and I’m a second-year master’s student in the Digital Communication Strategies program. I'm an international student, born and raised in Kazakhstan. I earned my bachelor's degree in International Relations in Russia, and now I'm here in America. My research interests lie in fintech, specifically in marketing strategies for fintech and generational attitudes toward fintech startups."
Valdis Sigurbjornsdottir
Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
valdis.sigurbjornsdottir@marquette.edu
"I’m from Iceland. I have a B.A. in psychology from the University of Kentucky, where I played soccer as a student-athlete. I finished one year of MA in Communication in media and culture at Coastal Carolina University."
Fangqi Zhao
Research Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
fangqi.zhao@marquett.edu
"I study the effects of communication and media technologies on human behavior and psychology."
Chenghan Zhou
Research Assistant
MA in Communication
chenghan.zhou@marquette.edu
"My name is Chenghan Zhou, and I come from Mainland China. I received my bachelor’s degree in journalism and communication (major in Communication) from the Macau University of Science and Technology. My research interests lie in political communication, particularly political communication on social media platforms. Moreover, sports communication is also a field that fascinates me. Additionally, I am an avid volleyball player. I warmly welcome everyone to reach out to me."
