Tessah Is Tuning Into Her Tomorrow
SALISBURY, MD---When Tessah Good steps into the studio, the energy changes. The lights, the soundboard, the thrill of going live… This is where she feels at home.
A senior from Indian Head, MD, majoring in communication and multimedia journalism, Tessah has built her 糖心视频 experience around one simple truth: stories matter.
“Everyone has a story,” Tessah said. “You can tell a story, and you can tell a person’s story.”
That belief has fueled everything from her work in radio and television to her writing for the student newspaper. Her Honors experience even gave her a chance to explore storytelling in a different way. For her Honors 211 project, Tessah incorporated both research and creativity to write about mental health and academic pressure, proving that stories have the power to heal and connect.
“Storytelling is how we keep traditions, history, and voices alive,” Tessah says. “Stories are what connect us. It’s what makes us human.”
At SU, Tessah has found her stage—and her voice. She’s hosted her own radio segment, “Tune In with Tess,” on WXSU, managed tech for SU’s broadcast studios, and written for The Flyer student newspaper. She loves the rush of live production and the challenge of keeping listeners engaged.
“I’ve always wanted to start my days waking everyone up!” Tessah said. “I love the high-energy and thrill of broadcast. Every day is different. There’s nothing like it.”
Her passion for communication goes beyond the mic. Tessah has worked behind the scenes as a tech manager, learning the ins and outs of sound boards, cameras, and production software. She’s also collaborated with faculty and peers on projects that showcase SU’s vibrant campus life.
SU’s resources have given Tessah real-world experience that sets her apart. She’s presented at the Women’s Forum, Honors Research Night, and INCUR, and she recently won the Kendall Ford Scholar Outstanding Leader Award for her contributions to campus media and leadership. From the fully equipped broadcast studio to the student-run radio station and newspaper, she’s had opportunities to learn every aspect of the industry, both on air and off.
“My goal is simple: to tell stories that matter—whether it’s through a microphone, a camera, or written words,” Tessah said. “There’s nothing I love more than showing people their true voice.”