The School of Communication Science and Disorders (SCSD) is collaborating with the Florida State University (FSU) Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences (IMS) program to create the Veterans Peer Assistance & Collaboration Team (V-PACT). V-PACT is a team of students and professionals that will engage with and provide support for veterans diagnosed with communication disorders who are also facing psychosocial challenges related to their impairments. Through small-group settings, peer groups will offer communicative and psychosocial support for veterans, serving as both support networks and opportunities for interactive learning.
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SCSD Teams Up with FSU’s IMS To Create New V-PACT Program
CELebration of Research: CEL’s Year of Achievement
The Cognition and Emotion Lab (CEL) at the School of Communication has had an extraordinary year, driven by the exceptional work of the Distinguished and Endowed Provost McKenzie Professor Dr. Russell Clayton and his brilliant team of students.
CONTINUE READINGCelebrating Specialized Faculty Promotions in 2025
The College of Communication & Information (CCI) congratulates the following specialized faculty members on their recent promotions! Jinger Deason was promoted to Teaching Faculty II in the School of Communication Science & Disorders (SCSD). Deason also serves as the Graduate Program Director for Distance Learning in SCSD and was selected as a recipient for the …
CONTINUE READINGSCSD Professor Receives CRC Grant
School of Communication Science and Disorders Assistant Professor Dr. Sladjana Lukic received a First Year Assistant Professor (FYAP) award from the Council on Research and Creativity (CRC). This award will support Lukic’s research over the summer. Lukic’s research focuses on improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for aphasia, a language disorder that affects millions of Americans. …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool 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.
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