A daughter of Cambodian refugees, Vanessa has always felt a deep commitment towards addressing issues of access, equity, and inclusion through actionable storytelling and narrative. She comes equipped with an extensive background in integrating dynamic communication strategies as a means of amplifying the needs and concerns of students, faculty, staff, and community members. Vanessa has over 5 years of experience in strategic social media, 11 years of experience in graphic design and web design, and several years working in Higher Education.
In her role as the Public Relations Coordinator, Vanessa leads a multimedia team and DEI's efforts in the development and implementation of campus-wide strategic communications planning, its affiliate units and the strategic planning process. Focused on the intersection of digital media, strategic communications, and storytelling, she is dedicated to sharing the story of DEI and its community.
Vanessa is also committed to scholar activism and addressing the needs of Asian American and Pacific Islander students in higher education. A community organizer at heart, she is invested in cultivating culturally engaging campus environments and social justice.
Vanessa completed her BA in Intercultural Communication and Digital Media Studies, in addition to her MA in Higher Education at the University of Denver.
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