Meet the Consultants
Shaunda Durham
Shaunda Durham will be serving as the Supervisor of the Oral Communications Center (OCC). Durham has worked in higher education since 2001 serving as a program coordinator, reading and study skills instructor, student affairs coordinator, academic advisor and CST adjunct faculty member. She holds a Master of Arts Degree from the University of Illinois in Interpersonal Communication, a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Illinois in Mass Media Communication and is currently a doctoral candidate in the Higher and Postsecondary Education program, with an emphasis in Student Affairs at Argosy University. Durham has taught CST 110 Introduction to Communication and CST 126 Interpersonal Communication. Shaunda Durham is an Army veteran who has traveled and lived in almost every state and on two continents. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, journaling and looks forward to new travel opportunities. Durham is very passionate about helping students succeed
Scott Skokowski
My name is Scott Skokowski. I was born in Maryland and have been in Virginia for the last few years. I am currently enrolled at George Mason University in the College of Sciences and have been working in the OCC for a year. I enjoy working with my fellow compatriots and can answer any questions you may have about the center. I also do stand-up comedy and perform frequently at the Epicure Cafe in Fairfax.
Alicia Schaefer
My name is Alicia Schaefer and I am a graduate student at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. I am currently enrolled in the M.Ed. program and plan to receive my Master's degree in Elementary Education by 2014. Before calling McLean, VA my home, I spent my childhood traveling the world due to my parent's job and had the opportunity to live in Africa, Europe, and several cities in Asia. I love working with students and as a public speaking consultant for the OCC my goal is to help you shine. Please stop by the OCC if you have any questions and I would be more than happy to help out!
Dorothy Raskind
My name is Dorothy Raskind, I am majoring in English and Public Relations with a minor in Spanish. I started my college education in West Virginia, am currently enrolled at NVCC Annandale and plan on transferring to a major four-year university. Throughout my college experience I have been a residential assistant, camp counselor, and a senator in the SGA. Being in positions that allowed me to help others solidified my aspirations of working for non-profit organizations. As my mother always said "Leave the world a better place than it was when you came into it." As someone who enjoys public speaking I look forward to helping you all feel same. See you in the OCC!
Kama Storie
Kama Storie was born in the United Kingdom and first travelled to the United States in 1993 as an Au-Pair. She has been living in the United States as a military spouse since 1994, and is now settled with her husband and two children in Centreville, VA. Kama has been taking part time classes at NOVA since her younger son was born 8 years ago, and is due to complete her AS in Information Technology by Summer 2013. Kama's goal is to work in web design and development and as a photographer. Kama has been working at NOVA's Oral Communication Center since Spring 2012 and really enjoys the interactions she has had with the students, and knowing that her help has made a difference to their school experience. When she isn't busy with her studies, her family, and at the OCC, Kama enjoys reading, drawing, photography, lifecasting, and agility training with the family's Miniature Australian Shepherd. Kama looks forward to another awesome year of helping NOVA students with their speeches at the OCC!
Samridhi Sharma
My name is Samridhi Sharma, but people call me Sammi for short. I was born in Kathmandu, Nepal, but moved to the United States in 2003. I graduated from James Madison High School in 2011. Currently, I'm finishing my last semester at NOVA before I transfer to George Mason University. I plan to get my Associates Degree in Business Administration and continue my education with a Bachelor in Business management and a minor in Economics. I'm also the Vice President of Leadership of Phi Theta Kappa- Alpha Beta Rho chapter, an honor society at NOVA. Through this position I've gained communication, cooperative and leadership skills. I hope I can use these skills to help you strengthen your goals and meet your needs. Make sure you make an appointment with the OCC. See you there!