Hi! My name is Samia, and I’m from Florida and Massachusetts. I am currently a master’s student studying Communication Studies. My favorite areas of communication are public relations, strategic communication, cultural communication, and mass media communication. I’m particularly interested in understanding what makes people connect with and become attracted to a person, organization, brand, or campaign. After completing my master’s degree at NMSU, I plan to pursue a career in public relations, where I can continue exploring my passion for brand identity, image curation, and strategic communication. Ultimately, I want to help shape how people perceive brands, organizations, and individuals by guiding their overall vision, style, messaging, and communication strategies. My long-term goal is to work in a creative and strategic role where I can influence the direction of a brand, product, or marketing campaign and help transform ideas into meaningful public-facing identities.

My name is Mary Adu, a graduate student in the Department of Communication Studies, NMSU. I am an international student from Ghana and a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) with a strong interest in organizational communication. My research focuses on the emotional dynamics between leaders and employees, particularly how emotions are expressed, managed, and interpreted within organizational contexts. I am especially interested in how leaders communicate during complex situations and how these interactions shape employee experiences and organizational outcomes. I aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of communication processes that foster more supportive and effective workplace environments.

Hello there! My name is Paige Corcoran (they/them), and I am from Attleboro, Massachusetts. I am currently a master’s student studying communication studies. My favorite areas of Communication to study are ethnography, interpersonal communication, and mass media communication. I am excited by human patterns within communication and how they develop and change over time. After graduating with my master's from NMSU, I plan on pursuing a PhD with quantitative, ethnographic and interpersonal focuses. Ultimately, I hopes to conduct research that supports communities, minoritized groups and creates opportunities for those interested in the humanities.

Hola! I am Brianna Alexandra Guapo, a graduate student in the Department of Communication Studies at NMSU. I am a proud first-generation college graduate from Santa Teresa, NM. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies here at NMSU, so I’m excited to continue my higher education where I started! My favorite areas of communication are interpersonal, intercultural, and organizational, with a specific focus on how language and culture shape global media. As a bilingual Latina, I am fascinated by how we are able to build connections with artists whom we don’t share a culture or language with. I aim to pursue a career in International Public Relations within global entertainment to help artists build strong, diverse fanbases.

Madison “Maddie” Hagan is a graduate student pursuing her Master of Arts in Communication Studies at New Mexico State University, with an emphasis on policy and child advocacy. She also serves as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, teaching introductory communication and public speaking. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Black Studies from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

I am Emmanuel Kwarteng, preferably, Manuel (he/him). I am a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) at the Department of Communication Studies. My major is Communication. I hold a B.A in Communication Studies (Journalism major) from the University of Media, Arts & Communication (UniMAC), formerly, Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ). I come from Akim-Oda in Eastern Ghana. Communication Studies is a great field to successfully shape people’s behavior in organizations, nation building and become responsible citizens. Communication Studies will equally open students to diversity and inclusion

I'm Faith Chiderah Nwokoro, a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Graduate Student. My academic work centers on Organizational Communication, with a focus on exploring how leadership and internal communication connects to broader questions in the field.

I am also passionate about community development through helping young adults develop awareness and capacity for personal and leadership success. I value collaborative efforts  and always eager to exchange ideas with peers and faculty alike.