Kayla Gialanella – Communications Intern
Kayla believes that everything is done better with a laugh or two. She continues to bring optimism and creativity to everything she does, whether crafting social media content, collaborating on school projects, or writing a paper.
Kayla is a Virginia Tech senior majoring in Public Relations with a minor in Marketing. She is also a member of the Public Relations Student Society of America. With leadership experience in marketing, public relations, and digital content creation, Kayla is ready to enhance brand and organizational presence and connect with their audiences.

Art is one of Kayla’s true passions – an escape from the real world. Her pieces tend to represent insight into her emotions, inspirations, and fears, constantly challenging her to think differently and outside of the box. This mindset has assisted her beyond her artistic endeavors as she can apply it to storytelling or problem-solving strategies.
Aside from holding a paintbrush, Kayla truly enjoys traveling. Last spring, Kayla had the opportunity to study abroad for three months in Lugano, Switzerland. Here, she expanded her marketing knowledge and explored some of Europe’s most iconic and historic cities.
“Looking back, this experience has allowed me to grow personally, embrace new cultures, work on meaningful projects, and build friendships that I will cherish forever,” Kayla says.
As graduation is approaching, Kayla is excited to prepare for the next chapter and continue to explore the combination of creativity and communication!