In 2007, Panama native Michael Belanger transferred to Florida State. Two years later, in 2009, he would graduate from Florida State with a degree in Communication. The job hunt began and Michael was focused on finding a multinational company that he could grow and learn from. He ended up working for Dell and has grown …
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News about (and for) the alumni of the schools comprising the FSU College of Communication & Information
COMM Alum Michael Belanger Promoted at Dell
Alumna Dr. Robin Parker Leaves Lasting Legacy in Autism
Dr. Robin Parker, Florida State alumna and Nova Southeastern University (NSU) professor, passed away July 16, 2014 at age 50, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Parker worked with children and adults on the autism spectrum for 25+ years, and helped pioneer treatment for autism through the use of mobile apps. Recently, Parker was honored …
CONTINUE READINGCOMM Alumna Penelope Deutsch Serves Youth Statewide
With five beautiful children, 3 girls and 2 boys, Penelope Deutsch began pursuing her B.S. in Communications from FSU in 1986, with a world of civilian service ahead. After working for the Department of Defense as a civilian employee for 28 years, she counseled abused women and youth in Bolixi, Mississippi and Panama City, Florida and discovered …
CONTINUE READINGTalking Trash: 2 FSU Students Revolutionize the Trash Bag
In the 1990s, a group of friends was formed in the neighborhoods of Jacksonville, FL. Two of those friends, Toby Doebrich and Patrick Breslend, grew up as best friends and now have accomplished the title of “entrepreneurs” together. Today, the duo is chasing the American Dream with their company of childhood friends at Optimal Bagging (OB). Humble Beginnings Breslend’s first …
CONTINUE READINGAlumna Laura Byrne Expects 2nd Child, Featured in Tampa Bay Times
Laura Byrne will be almost 35 when she gives birth for the second time, classifying her in the “advanced maternal age” category – words that make her cringe. The Communication alumna says she doesn’t regret waiting to have children, it allowed her to advance in her career in TV news, meet her husband and gain financial …
CONTINUE READINGAlumni Association recognizes 4 CCI alums in Thirty Under 30
Each year, the FSU Alumni Association names Thirty Under 30, a prestigious award that recognizes outstanding accomplishments of FSU’s young alumni. Recipients show exceptional achievement and significant contributions to their profession, community or university. Each recipient must exemplify outstanding professional and personal development either through traditional channels or innovative approaches. Jill Chandler | Tallahassee, Florida BA …
CONTINUE READINGMeet Elvaro Jimenez: IT Professional & Owner of Isabella’s Pizzeria
IT Alumni Elvaro Jimenez works as an Application Systems Programmer for the FL Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles. By night he slings pizza at Isabella’s Pizzeria as a co-owner of Gaines Street’s newest pizza joint. In 2011, Jimenez graduated from the Information Technology program and has been working with the Dept. of Highway …
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