The Seminole 100 is a yearly celebration that recognizes 100 of the fastest growing businesses led and owned by FSU alumni. This year, the ceremony was held on February 22, where honorees across multiple fields gathered to celebrate their achievements. This year, eight CCI alumni were recognized as follows: Aaron T. Rich – Aaron Rich …
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News about (and for) the alumni of the schools comprising the FSU College of Communication & Information
2025 Seminole 100 CCI Honorees
iSchool Alumna Awarded Keeper of the Flame
Natalie Woods (M.S. ’14, Information) was recognized with the “Keeper of the Flame” award by the Western Branch Library Support Association on March 18, 2025. The award is presented to individuals who carry on the legacy of historian Mr. Walter Hutchins, “A dear friend who was always super supportive of me in my time as …
CONTINUE READINGTransfer Student Success Class Presents a Guest Speaker Series
Betsy Crawford’s Transfer Student Success Class will host five guest speakers this semester. The class is designed to engage students who have transferred to Florida State University (FSU) from a community college or other university and are majoring in a program in the College of Communication and Information (CCI). Students meet weekly with peer mentors …
CONTINUE READINGCollege of Communication and Information Hosts Leadership 2025 Conference
The College of Communication and Information (CCI) hosted its 12th annual Leadership Conference on March 4, 2025, at the Florida State University Alumni Center, bringing together speakers, volunteers, and attendees of all backgrounds to inspire, learn, and engage. The event hosted multiple sessions featuring 26 student, faculty, and alumnae speakers. Panel topics were selected from a survey of last year’s attendees.
CONTINUE READINGAlumni Spotlight: Lauren Pechwasser
Former Florida State University School of Communication (SCOM) student Lauren Pechwasser is a producer, director of photography and editor at NBCUniversal.
CONTINUE READINGJD Doughney Returns to FSU as 2025 Seminole 100 Keynote Speaker
John (JD) Doughney, an accomplished alumnus of the College of Communication and Information (CCI), was selected as the keynote speaker for the prestigious 2025 Seminole 100 ceremony on February 22, 2025. As a successful business leader, he spoke about what the Seminole 100 recognizes and values, celebrating 100 of the fastest-growing alumni-led or alumni-owned businesses. …
CONTINUE READINGAlumni Feature: Sarah Morris
For Sarah Morris, the versatility of a communication degree was the key to unlocking many career possibilities. As an undergraduate at Florida State University’s School of Communication, she was involved in Ad Club, Arrowhead Advertising, and the Director’s Ambassador program—gaining hands-on experience that shaped her career.
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