iSchool Alumna Ricci Yuhico Recognized in the New York Times

School of Information (iSchool) alumna Ricci Yuhico (MLIS ’12) recently made the New York Times list of “Six New Yorkers Who Made the City a Better, Cooler, Fairer Place in 2023.” She was recognized as the “Librarian for Teenagers.” Six activists who have contributed to the city were recognized in the story. It aims to …

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SCOM Alumnus Paul Weaver Receives Certificate in Fundraising Management

SCOM Alumnus Paul Weaver Receives Certificate in Fundraising Management

School of Communication alumnus Paul Weaver (MCS ’87) recently completed the coursework to receive a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the Lilly School of Philanthropy at Indiana University. This certificate recognizes and substantiates a commitment to fundraising leadership. Weaver was motivated to better understand why people donate and how to help others receive the benefits …

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Two CCI Alumnae Inducted into the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society

This past fall, two College of Communication and Information (CCI) alumnae were inducted into Florida State University’s Garnet & Gold Scholar Society. The two members are School of Information alumna Catalina Smith (ICT ’23) and School of Communications alumna Shaina Francis (MCS ’23). The Garnet & Gold Scholar Society recognizes undergraduate students who excel in …

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Double CCI Alumna Naomi Molina Lands New Role at FSU

Naomi Molina–a double FSU College of Communication and Information alumna– was recently appointed associate director of alumni and student engagement for the College of Social Work (CSW). Molina received a Bachelor’s of Arts in Media/Communication Studies from FSU in 2011 and a Master’s Degree in Integrated Marketing Communication in 2012. Since graduation, Molina has worked …

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CCI Alumnus Brian Dooley Recognized in Seminole 100

Seminole 100

The College of Communication and Information (CCI) is proud to have some of our distinguished alumni featured in the 2024 Seminole 100. Keep reading to learn more about CCI alumnus Brian Dooley, founder of Independence Digital, and one of the recipients of the Seminole 100 award. Dooley graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science …

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CCI Alumna Nikki Méndez Helps Create the First-Ever Edible Mascot for the Pop Tarts Bowl

The Edible Mascot

The Pop Tarts Bowl will feature the first-ever edible mascot, created by the Kellanova team at Weber Shandwick, including College of Communication and Information (CCI) alumna, Nikki Méndez. As an Art Director, Méndez works with a team to develop brand activations, present them to internal account personnel, and later take them to clients. Méndez summarized …

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