2021 ODI Student Stars Program

Carmela is getting her master's in Media Management at the Gabelli School of Business. She is also a Graduate Assistant, Student Ambassador, and the VP of Diversity & Inclusion at the Media and Entertainment Alliance (MEA). Before her master's, she obtained a triple BA in International Relations (focusing on Latin America and International Political Economy), Sociology, and French from Syracuse University. She is originally from Peru where her passion for news and media was born. Her goal is to use media as a medium to shine a light on pressing issues around the world. Currently, she is a Social Media Manager for an independent news organization.

I'm thrilled to be a part of the ODI team for the year 2021! I'm currently an MS in Media Management student at the Gabelli School of Business. As an International student from India, I'm excited to have the opportunity to experience the various cultures and hope to make a mark in the Media and Entertainment industry. I also have 3 years of work experience out of which 2 years were in the event industry and I hope to be sharing my knowledge and expertise in the same at ODI and making a difference.

Franki Rosenthal is a graduate student at Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business pursuing her M.S. in Media Management. Before attending Fordham, Franki received her undergraduate degree in Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida. Franki is thrilled to join the One Day Immersion as a Student Star, where she will collaborate with her peers and help with this year’s event. With a passion for marketing and communications and a desire to pursue a career in entertainment, Franki is excited to work on this meaningful event where she can learn and grow through other students and media professionals.

Julia is a Brazilian graduate student from Fordham’s Gabelli School of Business. Before moving to NYC, she worked for four years at Brazil’s biggest telecommunications company, managing events, closing sponsorship deals, and later developing advertising campaigns. Because of her passion for everything that airs on tv, she aims to pivot her career and work in the entertainment industry.

Milica Jojic is a graduate student at Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business and is currently pursuing her M.S. in Media Management. She is originally from Serbia and she completed her Bsc in Advanced International Management in Austria. With a complete view of management, she chose to focus on media and marketing and the more creative side of business. Being an international student, Milica is excited to work on an inclusive event that aims to educate and connect attendees and speakers. 

Oliver Tavatli is currently in his senior at the University of Arizona studying marketing at the Eller College of Management. Oliver has had a passion to work in the entertainment industry when he began taking piano and acting lessons at the age of six. Since then, Oliver has been using his creativity to compose piano and electronic music as well as performing in shows at his university. Becoming interested in public relations, Oliver began working with Riddle and Bloom as a campus brand ambassador to promote HBO programming. He also has been working with one of his favorite artists, Codeko, with his social media presence in return for help with Oliver's own music production. He is very excited to be a student star and wishes to learn and experience everything there is in the entertainment industry. 

Paul Bukoskey is a Senior at Arizona State University, yet against popular belief is not an alcoholic and is disease-free...we think. He is wrapping up his Bachelor's in Film and Media while working as an Associate Producer at ESHAP (sound familiar?). Paul hopes to achieve his dreams of being an Actor, Writer, and Producer (a little bold if you ask me), through his unprecedented passion, effective communication skills, and slightly insane work ethic. I'm actually here with Paul right now. Paul, what do you have to say about joining the ODI team? "Well, I can't think of a better group of genuinely great-hearted individuals all across the "board", with devilishly intelligent minds that so graciously are paving the way for the next generation. ODI is all about inclusivity and unbiased opportunity, which you can't say about many other organizations. My only question for students is...if you aren't already on the ODI train...well...get on." 

I first joined the One Day Immersion family as one of Northern Virginia Community College, Star Ambassadors. I will be forever grateful to NVCC for that opportunity.  Not only am I honored to return for my third year to help support the program's mission, but to also give back to the program that fueled me with inspiration and determination to achieve my dreams. This program changed my life. Now I have the privilege of returning as a young professional working in the industry. I currently work for Discovery Communications as a service technician for their Digital Media Prep team. ODI helped me believe it was possible for a first-generation student like myself to make herself be seen in the industry. I intend to keep growing and to keep giving back. Thank you to all involved in this dynamic learning outreach opportunity.