Sanchez

Karen Andrea Robayo Sanchez is a Ph.D. student in Mass Communication and Public Relations Studies at the University of Georgia. Her research interests are international communication, leadership, gender equality and intersectionality. Through collaborative research and comparative studies, she wants to contribute to bridge the gap between the countries of the Americas and contribute knowledge that serves both to the academic and the industry field.  

Prior to attending Grady, Karen practiced journalism for 5 years in Bogotá, Colombia. Her experience includes working in governmental agencies and a national public channel, covering economic, current affairs, peace discussions, agricultural census, food safety, among others. Karen enjoys dancing Latin music and is interested in learning about other music and cultures.   

Educational Background 

M.A. in Mass Communication- Public Relations, University of Georgia, Athens, GA. 

B.A., Journalism and Mass Communication, Universidad Central de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia