Joelle is an arts worker and communications specialist currently pursuing a Master of Divinity as a Dean’s Fellow at Harvard Divinity School. Her research focuses on religion, technology, and visual culture to understand why people believe what they do and how creativity can foster a more equitable and joyful world. Prior to graduate school, Joelle spent a decade in New York City as a programs and communications lead championing artists and academics working to enact social change. Joelle loves science fiction, oddball art exhibitions, TikTok, and gardening.

Mural by Calo Rosa

Favorite Friday Activity

Watching RuPaul’s Drag Race