Victoria Adjetey

Victoria Adjetey

Research Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
victoria.adjetey@marquette.edu

Victoria Adjetey is a research and teaching sssistant and an MA student in communication with a concentration in Media and Communication Studies at Marquette University. As a Christian academic, she centers Jesus in all she does. Her research interests lie at the intersection of critical media studies, intercultural communication, and critical cultural studies, with a particular focus on race, gender and social justice in digital media. She is especially interested in how identity is formed and contested in digital spaces, how power operates in media representations, and how marginalized voices can be amplified through communication practices. She can be reached at victoria.adjetey@marquette.edu. 

 

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

Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi

Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Digital Communication Strategies
oluwaferanmi.dahunsi@marquette.edu 

I am a second-year master’s student and a teaching assistant. My work focuses on how the affordances of digital and AI-mediated technologies shape human perception, emotion, and well-being. Drawing on media psychology, human–computer interaction and moral foundations theory, my research examines how interface design and interactivity embed psychological and moral cues that influence trust, interpretation, and behavior in digital environments. I am originally from Nigeria. 



Michelle Gomez

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

Olamide Idowu

Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
olamide.idowu@marquette.edu

My name is Olamide Tijesuni Idowu, and I am a second-year master’s student in the Diederich College of Communication, concentrating in Media Studies. I am originally from Nigeria and have a background in Mass Communication. Outside of academics, I enjoy cooking and making clothes, and my professional interest is in organizational communication. I currently serve as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. 

 

Samantha Liggett

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

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

Fei Song

Teaching Assistant
MA in Communication, Communication and Media Studies
fei.song@marquette.edu

Fei Song is a Teaching Assistant and a second-year MA student in Communication (Communication and Media Studies) at Marquette University. She is an international student who was born and raised in China. Her research interests include media culture, education and social inequality. She can be reached at fei.song@marquette.edu. 

 

Xiaohui Shi, graduate assistant

Xiaohui Shi

xiaohui.shi@marquette.edu

My name is Xiaohui Shi and I am from China. I hold a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and a master’s in Sociology from China Agricultural University, where I focused on labor sociology. Currently, my research interests include social media platforms, feminism, and gender-related issues.