School of Communication alumna and “The First Lady of Sales” Dr. Cindy McGovern has built her career around using communication to inspire and develop the next generation of leaders.
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FSU Alumna and “First Lady of Sales” Dr. Cindy McGovern on Personal Branding and Leadership
SCOM Alumna Kelly Corder on Advocacy Through Media Relations
Written by Aila Seaman SCOM alumna Kelly Corder serves as the Director of Media Relations at Sachs Media, where her experiences at Florida State University have prepared her to raise awareness of stories about victims like George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Tyre Nichols, as well as causes that promote addiction recovery, public safety, and other …
CONTINUE READINGNew Endowment Established in Memory of Dr. Augustus Turnbull III
The College of Communication & Information has launched the Dr. Augustus Turnbull III Endowment for Intercollegiate Debate, a lasting tribute to one of Florida State University’s most respected leaders. Made possible through a generous gift from Mrs. Marjorie Turnbull, the endowment will strengthen FSU’s tradition of excellence in debate. “Florida State University has just celebrated …
CONTINUE READINGLisa Primiani White Recognized for Her Dedication to the American Heart Association
SCOM alumna Lisa Primiani White (B.S. ’10) has been honored with the American Heart Association’s Star of Excellence Award, a distinction recognizing individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and impact in their roles. “It was deeply meaningful to be recognized for work that I’ve poured my heart into—no pun intended,” she said. The Star of Excellence …
CONTINUE READINGThe College of Communication and Information Welcomes New Faculty Members
The College of Communication and Information is excited to welcome five new faculty members: Dillon Pruett, Seul Lee, Qunfang Wu, Dawn Sowers, and Pengfei Zhao.
CONTINUE READINGSTARS Alliance at FSU Attends the National STARS Celebration in Dallas
On September 13, 2025, six students from Students in Technology, Academia, Research, and Service (STARS) Alliance at Florida State University attended and presented at the National STARS Celebration in Dallas, Texas.
CONTINUE READINGDigital Media Production Students Blossom at WFSU
School of Communication (SCOM) Digital Media Production (DMP) students Erin Welch and Ian McGorty are currently WFSU part-time employees. Welch and McGorty represent a continuing partnership between WFSU and DMP, providing students with experience in real-world public media settings. These students have been producing for the station and making a name for themselves in the …
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