As Florida State University School of Communication alumna Shannon O’Neil developed the plot for her latest novel, “Killer Shine”, she decided to add an unexpected twist to the story by creating a character with the rare disorder of Fanconi anemia. Florida State head football coach Jimbo Fisher and wife Candi’s son Ethan, who was diagnosed …
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News about (and for) the alumni of the schools comprising the FSU College of Communication & Information
Fisher family, Fanconi anemia inspire character in COMM alumna’s novel
iSchool, Follett joins forces to provide home library for Habitat for Humanity family
Florida State University’s Partnerships Advancing Library Media (PALM) Center in the School of Information continued its support of the Warrick Dunn Charities’ Homes for the Holidays program at a dedication ceremony for Big Bend Habitat for Humanity’s newest homeowner Eunice Williams on Tuesday. Dr. Nancy Everhart, PALM Center Director, presented the Williams family with a …
CONTINUE READINGCOMM alumnus promoted to dean of Harding University’s Honors College
Florida State University School of Communication alumnus Mike James has been named as the new dean of Harding University’s Honors College effective in 2015. James, who received his Ph.D. from Florida State in 1992, has been a member of Harding’s faculty since 1985 and began his career at the university in the office of public …
CONTINUE READINGCOMM alumni promoted within Moore Communications Group
Florida State University’s School of Communication alumni are playing an integral part in the success of Moore Communications Group (MCG), a top 75 communications firm nationally, which is headquartered in Tallahassee, Fla. In April, three FSU alumni were promoted within MCG’s account servicing team to bolster the firm’s renowned commitment and excellence in client servicing. Audrey …
CONTINUE READINGCCI doctoral graduates secure faculty positions around the nation
Three recent doctoral graduates from Florida State University’s College of Communication & Information have been hired to faculty positions at institutions around the nation. Amelia Gibson, who earned her Ph.D. last December from the School of Information, has accepted a position as assistant professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool alumna receives University of Alabama teaching award
Florida State University School of Information alumna Melissa Johnston was awarded the University of Alabama School of Library and Information Studies’ Student Advisory Council Teaching Recognition Award at the School’s Honors Day held April 4. Students nominate faculty members for the award by writing letters to describe why the faculty member should win the award …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool alumna embarks on Appalachian Trail adventure
Florida State University School of Information alumna Mary Jeanes is in the midst of a once-in-a-lifetime adventure as she attempts to hike the Appalachian Trail in its entirety this summer. The Appalachian Trail is one of the longest continuously marked footpath in the world, measuring approximately 2,180 miles in length. The Trail goes through 14 …
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