Category: Team
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Peyton Owens
TEDxUGA Assistant Curatorpso68222@uga.edu Peyton is the Assistant Curator for TEDxUGA, playing a vital role in the annual event’s organization and management. He also shares his enthusiasm for ideas and tech by serving as a Teaching Assistant for NMIX 4012: New Media & TED and NMIX 2010: Intro to New Media. Peyton earned a Bachelors in Cognitive Science…
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Max Pelot
Graduate Assistantmwp81301@uga.edu Max is a Graduate Assistant for the NMI and is working as the Assistant Director of Innovation. He earned his Bachelors in Computer Science and New Media Certificate in May 2024 and is currently pursuing a Masters in Emerging Media. During his time with the NMI, Max has utilized his programming experience to…
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Lilian Fitch
Communications Coordinatorlilianfitch2006@gmail.com Lilian is the Communications Coordinator for the NMI and TEDxUGA, where she plays a pivotal role in crafting social media and news content. Lilian is an intended Public Relations major, actively pursuing her degree while gaining hands-on experience in strategic communication. On campus, Lilian is a Copywriter for the Talking Dog Agency and…
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Jake Troyer
Remote Facultytroyer.ja@gmail.com As a remote NMI Instructor, Jake teaches a variety of courses each year for the New Media Certificate and Emerging Media Masters. Through a project-based curriculum, Jake’s courses guide students through practical ways to apply technology to achieve their goals. He previously served as a Teaching Assistant for four New Media courses and…
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Anthony Drag
Part-Time Instructoranthonydrag@gmail.com As a Part-Time Instructor in the NMI, Anthony specializes in Advanced Web Development and Native App Development courses. He believes that learning how to create, no matter what the medium, is important, necessary, and very, very cool. While his courses are intended to foster technical and creative ability, Anthony also hopes to help…
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Claire Jordan
Instructorclaire.jordan524@gmail.com Claire is an NMI Instructor and proud NMI alumna, with a Bachelors degree in Public Relations and a Masters in Emerging Media from UGA. Her practical insights, drawn from her experiences as a designer, developer, and videographer, enrich the NMI community and beyond. Claire’s teaching style tackles complexity with calm determination. She empowers emerging…
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Lauren Baggett
Communications and Development Director + Instructorlbaggett@uga.edu Lauren is an Instructor and the NMI’s Director of Communications and Donor Engagement. Lauren earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. She is an accomplished communications professional and brings over 15 years of experience with digital communications, storytelling, and project management…
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Reagan Brode
Assistant Program Coordinatorrab60579@uga.edu Reagan is the NMI’s Assistant Program Coordinator, providing support and leadership to the NMI Professional Friday initiative and NMIXpo events. Reagan also coordinates donor recruitment, retention, and recognition while also managing the NMI website and facilities. They are currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Entertainment and Media Studies, Certificates in New Media…
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Hope Thornton
Academic Coordinatorhmt19180@uga.edu Hope is the NMI’s Academic Coordinator, advising students through the New Media Certificate, Emerging Media Masters, and Double Dawgs programs. With her background as a former New Media Certificate and current Emerging Media Masters student, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her role. Hope also shares her passion for emerging technologies by serving…
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Isabella Martinez
TEDxUGA Curatorim77238@uga.edu Isabella is the TEDxUGA Curator and Teaching Assistant for NMIX 4012: New Media & TED. Isa completed her New Media Certificate while earning a Bachelors in Public Relations, and is currently pursuing the Emerging Media Masters. With a wealth of experience from TEDxUGA 2023: Roots and TEDxUGA 2024: Snapshot, Isa has a deep…