Dr. Faye Jones, Associate Faculty Researcher in the College of Communication and Information at Florida State University (FSU) embarked on a transformative trip to México City, México October 13-18. Known for her research on STEM pathways and emerging Hispanic Serving Institutions (eHSI), Jones’ visit focused on the importance of fostering global collaboration and expanding educational opportunities.
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Dr. Faye Jones Delivers Keynote Address to Polytechnical College Leaders in México
CCI Research Specialist Leads National Science Foundation Funded Initiative to Build Latiné Student Support at Emerging Hispanic Serving Institutions
The National Science Foundation (NSF) grant awarded Florida State University $299,659 for an impactful project led by Dr. Faye R. Jones, Associate Faculty Researcher at the College of Communication and Information (CCI), Dr. Marcia A. Mardis, Professor at the School of Information, CCI Associate Dean Ebe Randeree, and project evaluator Dr. Lara Perez-Felkner, Professor in Higher Education at the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences.
CONTINUE READINGMedia Communication Studies Student Presents At World Summit of Nobel Peace
Nair Perez-Torres, a Media Communication Studies student, was accepted as a presenting delegate for the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates. The conference was held September 16-21, 2024, in Monterrey, Mexico.
CONTINUE READINGSCSD Associate Professor Elected ASHA Fellow
School of Communication Science & Disorders (SCSD) Associate Professor Kaitlin Lansford was elected a Fellow of the American Speech, Language, Hearing Association (ASHA). Fellowship is one of the highest honors the Association grants. To be awarded Fellow, a nominee must make outstanding contributions to the discipline of communication sciences and disorders.
CONTINUE READINGSchool of Communication Assistant Professor Publishes Novel
School of Communication Assistant Professor Arienne Ferchaud published her debut novel, Lifeshaper, in June, 2024. “I’m excited that this is just something totally different for me. At work, I am a social scientist focusing on media effects/media psychology. This was a chance for me to stretch my creative muscles and do something totally outside of my training,” said Ferchaud.
CONTINUE READINGCelebrating Florida Library Association Award Winners From The College
A School of Information alumnus Joseph Dellosa (M.S. ‘23) and current Information master’s student Jazmin Jimenez were awarded Florida Library Association (FLA) Awards earlier this year. FLA awards honor different individuals, organizations, and additional library supporters who extend help to their library system. Dellosa and Jimenez were both awarded The Betty Davis Miller Youth Services Award which recognizes an individual or group for their outstanding program creation which offers direct service to youth through a measurable impact.
CONTINUE READINGSchool of Communication Science and Disorders Professor Receives Distinguished Scholars Award
Dr. Elizabeth Madden, an assistant professor in the School of Communication Science and Disorders, was awarded the Tavistock Trust for Aphasia 2024 Distinguished Scholars Award. This award recognizes research excellence related to quality-of-life issues in aphasia. It is given, in part, to recognize scholarly excellence in research and publications dedicated to improving life with aphasia and to foster and encourage pioneering research that aims to make a difference in the everyday lives of people living with aphasia, their families, and caregivers.
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