Jana Kalumbula
Assistant in Research
Jana Kalumbula is an undergraduate student double majoring in Film, Television, and Media and Communications and Media, aspiring to be a director or producer in the future. Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, she has experience with digital media storytelling, video editing, and creative direction. In May 2026, she won a nationwide PSA short film competition where her work was featured in radio appearances and a Times Square billboard. In 2023, Jana placed second in the Economics Club of Grand Rapids Essay Contest discussing financial responsibility with the Great Lakes. She is proficient with tools like CapCut and Canva and earned the State of Michigan Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. In her free time, Jana enjoys journaling, watching movies, and sports like running and volleyball.