All News
January 5, 2024

The Modern Welcomes New Faculty and Staff

The Modern is pleased to welcome four new members to their impressive roster of award-winning faculty and staff this semester.

Jesse Brown joined The Modern as a video instructor. He launched his professional career as a sketch comedy writer, where he honed composition and storytelling skills. His career led him to videography and video editing, where he has contributed to notable television and film projects.

Trinidad Mac-Auliffe joined The Modern as an art instructor. Her creative career spans illustration, photography, video production, writing, and multimedia design. Her incredible work has been exhibited in Canada, Chile, Japan, and the U.S.

Elly Sullivan joined The Modern as a Financial Aid and Student Accounts Specialist. Her professional experience includes financial aid, admissions, and business administration. Elly assists students and their families through the financial aid process.

Shayna Thomas joined The Modern as Director of Campus Operations. Her professional experience spans operations management, leadership, and development. You will often find Shayna at the front desk directing students, faculty, and staff to helpful resources.

“Creative and dedicated faculty and staff members are the heart of the student experience at The Modern,” shared President Jessica Barry. “We are proud to welcome such accomplished professionals to our team.”

Take the Quiz Today!RegisterSign Up Today

Recent News

Sustainable Package Design at The Modern

How Graphic Design students explore sustainable packaging and learn to make responsible design choices.
Read Article

Why User Experience Design Students Work in Teams (and Why It Matters)

How UX Design students at The Modern build teamwork skills through real projects and collaborative design experiences.
Read Article

How Industry Leaders at The Modern Shape the Student Experience

Design Leadership Director A.J. Busé’s national recognition shows how The Modern stays connected to real-world industry standards.
Read Article