Anika double-majored in English and Speech Communication, has a MA in Communication studies, and a TESOL certificate. In the U.S., she taught public speaking at the university level and adult language learners at a local community college. Her research interests include public speaking, rhetoric, intercultural communication, and media studies, which she believes is the best excuse to watch whatever is considered binge-worthy by the pop culture zeitgeist . She has been in South Korea since 2016 where she currently teaches at the University of Ulsan and is the Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter President and Co-Chair of REEL to REAL: 2021 KoTESOL Filmmaking Festival and National Conference.

Hi guys. Welcome to our conference! I am the conference chair for REEL to REAL 2021. We are so very excited to have you with us on this marquee event, which will hopefully provide community and connection throughout the conference as well as going forth. Please remember to "heart" the sessions you like, and they will show up in your calendar. If you see me in a session please say hi! Thanks for joining us.