Theresah Ayertey

"Graduate school taught me the importance of critical thinking, a skill that has proven immensely valuable. I appreciate having developed the ability to question assumptions and critically evaluate situations, enabling me to make informed decisions and achieve optimal outcomes."


Theresah Ayertey | M.A. Communication Studies

Current job: Full-time Graduate Student

It was the School of Communication's esteemed reputation in the field of research that led Theresah Ayertey to pursue a Master of Arts at . "My passion lies in research and exploration," Theresah said, "and the communication program at provides an exceptional opportunity to uncover innovative approaches and solutions within this field of study."

There have been numerous experiences that have been memorable at for Theresah, but one absolute standout moment came when she received scholarships from both the department and the Dean of the College of Communication and Information. Theresah said of these awards, "These achievements hold immense significance for me, and I deeply appreciate the recognition and support they represent."

M.A. Communication studies     CCI Graduate Programs

What Theresah has gained is "a deeper understanding of communication studies and improved research abilities, which has broadened the scope of career possibilities available to me. I now feel confident and capable of pursuing roles in academia, research or professional settings within the field of communication."

She continued, "Graduate school taught me the importance of critical thinking, a skill that has proven immensely valuable. I appreciate having developed the ability to question assumptions and critically evaluate situations, enabling me to make informed decisions and achieve optimal outcomes."

Contributing to the growing knowledge base available to other researchers and students in the communication studies field has been very important to Theresah during her time here. The hands-on experiences and the opportunities to apply her own research to ongoing projects has also been invaluable to her growth as a researcher.

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