When Ariya Massoudi first stepped on to the Florida State University (FSU) campus, he had one goal: aid athletes in the form of medicine. But life had a different direction for Massoudi.
CONTINUE READINGCategory: CCI Alumni News
News about (and for) the alumni of the schools comprising the FSU College of Communication & Information
SCOM Alumnus Ariya Massoudi and His Journey to ESPN
SCOM Alumna Speaks on her Experience as a Sideline Reporter
Meredith Grimm, Media Communication Studies alumna and current Sport Management graduate student, showcases her creative process as a sideline reporter in the sports industry. Grimm appears on ESPN digital shows, covering a variety of Florida State University (FSU) sports teams ranging from volleyball, women’s soccer, women’s basketball, baseball, and softball.
CONTINUE READINGFSU CCI Students Build Industry Connections During Tampa Networking Trip
This past Spring, nine College of Communication and Information students gained industry insights and career guidance during visits to major tech companies in Florida’s growing tech hub of Tampa. Led by CCI Associate Dean Ebe Randeree, the trip provided students with valuable industry exposure and networking opportunities.
CONTINUE READINGIT Alumnus Lands Tech Role in U.S. Army
Information Technology (IT) alumnus Andrew Mance has big plans after graduation. After crossing the stage at Spring Commencement, Mance stepped into the role of Cyber Warfare Officer in the U.S. Army, where he will lead teams in defending critical networks, countering cyber threats, and launching digital offensives to protect national security. “My IT degree has …
CONTINUE READING2025 Seminole 100 CCI Honorees
The Seminole 100 is a yearly celebration that recognizes 100 of the fastest growing businesses led and owned by FSU alumni. This year, the ceremony was held on February 22, where honorees across multiple fields gathered to celebrate their achievements. This year, eight CCI alumni were recognized as follows: Aaron T. Rich – Aaron Rich …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool Alumna Awarded Keeper of the Flame
Natalie Woods (M.S. ’14, Information) was recognized with the “Keeper of the Flame” award by the Western Branch Library Support Association on March 18, 2025. The award is presented to individuals who carry on the legacy of historian Mr. Walter Hutchins, “A dear friend who was always super supportive of me in my time as …
CONTINUE READINGTransfer Student Success Class Presents a Guest Speaker Series
Betsy Crawford’s Transfer Student Success Class will host five guest speakers this semester. The class is designed to engage students who have transferred to Florida State University (FSU) from a community college or other university and are majoring in a program in the College of Communication and Information (CCI). Students meet weekly with peer mentors …
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