Influencer Directory

Connect with a Graduate Influencer

Our influencers represent The University of Alabama Graduate School through social media and other digital platforms. Selected from student applicants all across The Graduate School, these influencers have a passion for UA Graduate School, digital marketing and professional development.

  • Jihane Amayou

    Program: Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D.

    Hometown: Marrakesh, Morocco

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  • Talisa Mountain

    Program: Athletic Training, MSAT

    Hometown: Thornton, Colorado, USA

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  • Isuru P. Silva Ethige

    Program: Geology, Ph.D.

    Hometown: Ragama, West Province, Sri Lanka

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  • Katie Glawson

    Program: Business Administration, MBA

    Hometown: Alabama, USA

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  • Chloe Harrell

    Program: Advertising and Public Relations, M.A.

    Hometown: Georgia, USA

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  • Lily Heddinghaus

    Program: Psychology, Ph.D.

    Hometown: Edwardsville, IL, USA

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    Rathish Gaddam

    Program: Chemical Engineering, Ph.D.

    Hometown: Hyderabad, India

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  • Kylee Miller

    Program: Human Environmental Sciences, M.S.

    Hometown: Cullman, AL, USA

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  • Chloe Lee Jones

    Program: Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.A.

    Hometown: Northport, AL, USA

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GAIN influencers receive a scholarship in the fall and spring semesters for participating in the program. The GAIN influencer program also offers:

  • Personal branding and professional development training.
  • Social media usage and optimization guidance.
  • Opportunities to network and connect with peers and various organizations.
  • Experience in marketing and digital communications.
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Want to be an influencer?

The application period will open in March every year. Up to ten candidates are selected to serve for the upcoming academic year after a review of their application, campus involvement, academic standing and interest in social media and digital marketing.