International Student Concerns Committee

Amanda Efua Gyesi is a doctoral student whose research focuses on interpersonal communication, family communication, and identity. She holds a master's degree in communication, where her work focused on identity and self-presentation. Amanda is currently pursuing her PhD in Communication at the University of Kentucky. Her research explores how individuals navigate relational dynamics across different phases of life, with particular focus on couples’ communication and mother–daughter relationships. She is passionate about advancing communication research within African contexts, with the goal of producing work that is both culturally meaningful and practically valuable for families. As Co-chair, Amanda is committed to advocating for the needs and experiences of international graduate students in UK. Originally from Ghana, she brings a culturally grounded and community-driven perspective to both her scholarship and leadership roles. In her free time, Amanda likes to cook, listen to music and learn new skills.

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Rabeya Tus Sadia is a Ph.D. student and Graduate Assistant in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky. She works as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Institute of Biomedical Informatics. Her research explores the intersection of machine learning, generative modeling, and biomedical informatics, with a focus on improving healthcare outcomes through causality-aware models and multimodal learning. Her recent work contributes to cutting-edge advancements in medical image enhancement and spatial omics. A former university lecturer and current teaching assistant, Rabeya is passionate about mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and fostering inclusive academic spaces. Originally from Bangladesh, she brings a globally informed and purpose-driven perspective to her research and leadership. Outside of academia, Rabeya enjoys writing technical blogs, exploring data-driven storytelling, and engaging with diverse communities.

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