After graduating from the School of Communication (SCOM) at Florida State University (FSU) in 2013, Alexis Langley was searching for a community of women who shared her value of giving back. In joining the Junior League of Tallahassee (JLT) over a decade ago, she found just that: every member is passionate about community, leadership, and …
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News about the FSU College of Communication & Information
SCOM Alumna Alexis Langley Appointed 2026-2027 Junior League of Tallahassee President
STARS Alliance Members Represent FSU at Florida TSA Conference
Members of the Students in Technology, Academia, Research, and Services (STARS) Alliance, represented Florida State University at the Florida Technology Student Association (TSA) conference in Orlando, Florida from October 28-31. The team attending the conference was formed by the students: Ayva Culp, Blayne Wawrin, Carolina Ruiz, Courtney Stokes, Elizabeth Bernadin, Julia Sveen, Kirra Orndorff, and …
CONTINUE READINGSCOM Student Zachary Staubitz Advocates for Disability Awareness at APRIL Conference
School of Communication (SCOM) student Zachary Staubitz attended the Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL) Conference that took place from October 23 through October 25. This disability-led organization aims to enhance equity, collaborate, and advocate for individuals with disabilities in rural communities. APRIL’ s mission is to create a space of inclusivity …
CONTINUE READINGSCSD Doctoral Scholars and Graduates Receive ASHA Distinguished Early Career Award
Ashley Ippolito and Angelica Bernabe, SCSD doctoral scholars, and recent SCSD doctoral graduate, Dr. Brianna Coltellino, were selected by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to receive the Distinguished Early Career Professional (ECP) Certificate. This honor was created to highlight early-career professionals in speech-language pathology (SLP) and audiology who are making an impact through their leadership, …
CONTINUE READINGCCI Partners with FTC and DOE for 2026 Florida Government Leadership and Modernization Summit
Florida State University’s College of Communication and Information (CCI) partnered with the Florida Technology Council (FTC) and the Florida Department of Education (DOE) to host the 2026 Florida Government Leadership and Modernization Summit. The summit brought together government professionals, technology experts, educators and students to exchange ideas, discuss emerging challenges and explore approaches to modernizing …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool Alumnus Alan Hanstein Honored with Steve Uhlfelder Humanitarian Award
School of Information (iSchool) alumnus, Alan Hanstein, was honored with the Steve Uhlfelder Humanitarian Award at the Holocaust Education Resource Council’s 15th Remembrance Dinner on October 26th. Hanstein’s award carries personal significance to him. The recognition highlights the connection to Steve Uhlfelder, Hanstein’s mentor and friend, and creates a space for reflection on the lasting …
CONTINUE READINGHuman at the Center: 2026 CCI Research Summit Explores AI Research in Communication and Healthcare
The 2026 CCI AI Research Summit “Human at the Center” brought together Florida State University faculty, researchers and students on Friday, October 23, at the Turnbull Conference Center to explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in research, communication and everyday life. Throughout the day, attendees participated in faculty panel discussions, technology competitions and a …
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