Meet the Assistant Director

Luke Romanak is the Assistant Director, Student Media & Academic Technology for The Gwen Ifill College of Media, Arts, and Humanities. He is an artist, both in analog and digital media, and is an avid animation and printmaking enthusiast. He specializes in multi-media making across the Adobe Creative Cloud, with a focus in digital illustration and design. He is passionate about helping students and faculty find the right technology tools to make a reality of their creative visions and will never shy away from talking through a large idea for a project.

You can stop by Luke’s office, A100K to say hello or make an appointment with him here.


Meet the Dean’s Fellows

Christina Ferrari (she/they) ’24
Hi I’m Christina! I am a senior studying Integrated Media with a minor in Radio, and I’m also on the lacrosse team. I’m excited to help students learn more about audio production and can offer assistance and training for most media projects, especially those involving Adobe Audition, Photoshop, and Premiere.

Naomi Adamsky ’24
Hi, I’m Naomi! I am a senior majoring in Information Technology and Cybersecurity and minoring in Web Design and Development. I am always happy to help troubleshoot and assist with projects in any way I can!


Meet the Lab Team

Rachel Andriacchi (they/them) ’24
Hi, I’m Rachel! I’m a senior majoring in Integrated Media Communications and minoring in Graphic Design. I can assist with Adobe CC, copywriting & editing, podcasting, and more. I’m always learning and am happy to help in any way I can, so stop by and say hi!

Chiosna Bernadeau (she/her) ’25
 I am a junior majoring in Journalism and minoring in PR, marketing, and social media. I enjoy writing, podcasting, crocheting, and creating films. I can help with Adobe software, copyediting, and audio production. I am always happy to help others bring their projects to life, so feel free to ask for help or just say hello!

Kiersten Lee Cummings (they/she) ’26
Hey, I’m Kiersten! I’m a sophomore Communications student interested in graphic design, radio, and computer science. I’m familiar with Adobe Audition and Illustrator, as well as Procreate, Canva, and Audacity and I’m always trying out new software. Feel free to ask questions about projects or tech issues and I’ll help however I can!

Sophia Getz (she/her) ’24

Hi I’m Sophia! I am a senior majoring in Communications with a concentration in Integrated Media. Most of my experience is in Adobe Creative suite and Premiere Pro. I’m happy to help with any creative projects you have going on!

Audrey Grant (she/her) ’23 MPP ’24
My name is Audrey and I am a graduate student in the 3+1 public policy program. I am so excited to be back in the CommLab for my second year. While I am a political science student, I have always had an interest in media studies and have worked in graphic design and communications on two political campaigns in Vermont.

I specialize in Adobe Photoshop and audio production, and if I don’t know the answer I know how to find it! At Simmons I am an RA, and outside of Simmons I love talking about politics, fashion history, sewing, and the best La Croix flavors (Hi-Biscus is my favorite!) Feel free to stop by and say hi!

Lizeth Campuzano Martínez (she/her)

Hi, I’m Liz! I am a Computer Science major with minors in Data Science, Media Arts, and Web Design + Development. I am excited to be a Comm Lab agent this year and get to help students out with all their creative projects! ?

I’ve worked in the Girl Up UN Foundation Communications team for Latin America and the Caribbean region and the social media team for Kode With Klossy, so I have a wide range of experience from Adobe Suite Products to coding and journalism. At Simmons, I am the president of the MCS Liaison as well as the Girls Who Code chapter. Outside of that, I’m passionate about re-imagining the perception of STEM, filming little vlogs, collecting trinkets, and fonts ? Feel free to stop by and ask about anything! 🙂

Angie O’Connor (she/they) ’25
Heyyo, I’m Angie! ?

I’m a junior communications major focused in media arts and I’m the media manager for the Asian Students Association. I have experience in Adobe Suite Products and audio and video production softwares. You can find me creating pottery or graphics, as well as updating my Letterboxd with new films I’ve watched. Hit me up for any creative endeavors! ?

Olivia Raymond ’25
Hi, I’m Olivia. I’m currently a junior majoring in Communications with a Graphic Design track. As well as Web Design & Development. Adobe programs I’ve studied are Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Indesign, xD, Lightroom, and Bridge. Feel free to ask for help! 🙂

Miyako Rico
Bio and Headshot coming soon!

Meg Sutherland (she/her) ’24
Hi, I’m Meg! I’m a senior studying Journalism with minors in Public Health and Social Media. I can assist with most Adobe softwares, equipment in the lab, and copywriting. I love a challenge and am always happy to help, so please stop by and say hi!

Grace Tamborella (she/her) ’24
Hi, I’m Grace! I’m a senior studying journalism with minors in integrated media and radio. I am able to help you out with copywriting, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and Adobe Audition. I’m always eager to help, so feel free to ask me any questions you may have.

Danielle Williams (she/her) ’26

Hi, I’m Danielle! I am a sophomore double majoring in Computer Science and Design and minoring in Mathematics. I have experience in Illustrator, InDesign, Animate, After Effects, Audition, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop. Feel free to ask me any questions and I will do my best to help!

Bella Yee (she/her) ’24
My name is Bella and I am a senior studying public relations & marketing communications with minors in business and political science. I enjoy a plethora of creative interests– graphic design, photography, videography, drawing — you name it!

I can provide support with equipment, copyediting, Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere, InDesign, and Express. I’d love to help you out with any type of project you are working on!

I am also very involved on campus, so always feel free to say hello or ask me a question. Looking forward to learning new skills this year and meeting all of you!