New Research on the Effects of AI Disclosure on Perception of News Credibility 

A new study,  Are all uses of AI created equal? An experimental review of AI disclosure types on credibility, that examines how different AI disclosure labels influence audience perceptions and whether the wording of those disclosures affects credibility, was published in Journalism.   That work was conducted by School Director and Professor, Dr. Patrick Merle, alongside …

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CCI Alumnus Johnathan Butler Gains Recognition for Sport-Tech Startup

Johnathan Butler, a College of Communication and Information (CCI) alumnus with a Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication from Florida State University, recently participated in the Nashville Entrepreneur Center’s TakeOff Accelerator program for his Sport-Tech startup, Scoreworthy.  Scoreworthy allows sports fans to earn exclusive rewards and experiences from local small businesses during gameday matches …

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SCSD’s Dr. Kari Lien Speaks on National Panel on Women in Craniofacial Research at ACPA 2026 Annual Meeting

School of Communication Science and Disorders’ (SCSD) Assistant Professor Dr. Kari Lien showcased her expertise in cleft palate and craniofacial research at the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) 2026 Annual Meeting this spring, serving as an invited panelist, co-presenting an instructional course, and engaging with researchers and clinicians from across the country. Dr. Lien …

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SCSD’s Dr. Dillon Pruett Presents on VRK2 Gene and Stuttering at Molecular Psychiatry Conference in Hawaii 

Dr. Dillon Pruett, Assistant Professor at the School of Communication Science and Disorders, presented at the Molecular Psychiatry Association conference from March 29 to April 1 in Lihue, Hawaii.  His research, titled “The Gene VRK2 is Implicated in Genome-Wide Analyses of Stuttering, Language, and Rhythm Traits,” focused on findings from genetic analyses of stuttering involving …

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Dr. Richard Morris Retires After Nearly Four Decades of Shaping SCSD at FSU

After nearly four decades of teaching, mentoring, and advancing the field of speech science at Florida State University (FSU), Dr. Richard Morris is retiring from the School of Communication Science and Disorders (SCSD). His career is defined by innovation, student engagement, and a deep commitment to preparing future clinicians. Morris joined the College of Communication …

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CCI Students Bring Community and Momentum to FSU Relay For Life

At Florida State University’s (FSU) Relay For Life, College of Communication and Information (CCI) students are helping transform a night of walking into meaningful change.  Relay For Life, which started in Washington as a 24-hour event over 40 years ago, is a 12-hour fundraising event created to help advocate and fundraise in support of cancer research through the American Cancer Society. The event ran from sunset to sunrise to symbolize the continuous battle faced …

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