The College of Communication & Information has launched the Dr. Augustus Turnbull III Endowment for Intercollegiate Debate, a lasting tribute to one of Florida State University’s most respected leaders. Made possible through a generous gift from Mrs. Marjorie Turnbull, the endowment will strengthen FSU’s tradition of excellence in debate. “Florida State University has just celebrated …
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News about (and for) the alumni of the schools comprising the FSU College of Communication & Information
New Endowment Established in Memory of Dr. Augustus Turnbull III
Lisa Primiani White Recognized for Her Dedication to the American Heart Association
SCOM alumna Lisa Primiani White (BS ’10) has been honored with the American Heart Association’s Star of Excellence Award, a distinction recognizing individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and impact in their roles. “It was deeply meaningful to be recognized for work that I’ve poured my heart into—no pun intended,” she said. The Star of Excellence Award is presented by AHA’s Mission …
CONTINUE READINGCCI Alumna Discusses the Impact of Second Harvest of the Big Bend
School of Communication (SCOM) Alumna Ashleigh Kittrell sat down with the College of Communication and Information (CCI) to discuss her work with Second Harvest of the Big Bend. This organization keeps FSU’s Food for Thought pantry shelves stocked, providing students with the proper nutrition for success. Kittrell graduated from the School of Communication and is now a Marketing and Communications Specialist at Second Harvest of the Big Bend.
CONTINUE READINGThe MS Delta Film Academy: Framing the Future
WCTV recently highlighted the work of Fannie Lou Hamer Professor of Rhetorical Studies Dr. Davis Houck, and the MS Delta Film Academy. Now in its sixth year, the two-week workshop that was hosted in June by We2gether, a non-profit in Drew, Mississippi, inspires and teaches students the various elements of documentary filmmaking. Being highlighted in …
CONTINUE READINGAlumni Spotlight: Kristie Escobar
Dr. Kristie Escobar (PhD ’19), a Tallahassee native, is a proud alumna of Florida State University (FSU). She earned her Master of Science (MLIS) degree and PhD in Information from the College of Communication and Information (CCI), where she developed a solid foundation that fueled her ongoing commitment to advancing the field. Escobar currently works …
CONTINUE READINGSCSD Doctoral Students and Faculty Present at the SSSR Conference
On July 16-19, 2025, eight doctoral students and faculty from the School of Communication Science and Disorders (SCSD) presented at the Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (SSSR) conference in Calgary, Canada.
CONTINUE READINGSCOM Alumnus J. Marty Dormany Shares the Path to his Emmy Wins
J. Marty Dormany earned two Sports Emmys in 2025 as a part of the NBC team’s work in Outstanding Graphic Design in Event at the Paris Olympics and another in Outstanding Technical Team in Studio, also for his work at the Paris Olympics.
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