IT Alumna Helps Launch New Initiative in AI

Information Technology (IT) alumna Sara Beeler (BS ’19) has just landed a new role as the Senior Supervisor of the Enterprise AI team at L3Harris Technologies. The position entails overseeing a team of AI developers, providing mentorship and career development opportunities, and fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and productivity. It also involves strategic …

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IT Alumna Jaliya Wilson Lands New Position

Information Technology (IT) alumna Jaliya Wilson (BS ’21) recently landed a new position as a Public Affairs Officer at the United States Navy. This position disseminates information to the public and press in hopes to deter misinformation regarding the U.S. Navy. “I am extremely overjoyed with receiving this position. Nothing feels better than to know …

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iSchool Alumna Recognized for ALISE Connie Van Fleet Award

School of Information alumna Dr. Amelia Anderson was selected for the 2024-2025 ALISE Connie Van Fleet Award for Research Excellence in Public Library Services to Adults.  The award recognizes an individual for research contribution in the field of public library services to adults, including special adult populations such as people with disabilities, minority groups, and …

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iSchool Alumnus Sang Hoo Oh Starts New Role as Assistant Professor

iSchool Alumnus Starts New Role as Assistant Professor

Dr. Sang Hoo Oh, a School of Information alumnus, recently joined Catholic University of America’s faculty as a tenure-track assistant professor after finishing his postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). When a position that aligned with his research interests in AI policy and ethics became available at a university with a prestigious …

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Celebrating Florida Library Association Award Winners From The College

A School of Information alumnus Joseph Dellosa (M.S. ‘23) and current Information master’s student Jazmin Jimenez were awarded Florida Library Association (FLA) Awards earlier this year. FLA awards honor different individuals, organizations, and additional library supporters who extend help to their library system. Dellosa and Jimenez were both awarded The Betty Davis Miller Youth Services Award which recognizes an individual or group for their outstanding program creation which offers direct service to youth through a measurable impact.

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iSchool Alumna Dr. Aisha Johnson, Named a 2024 Mover and Shaker

Aisha Johnson Named 2024 Shaker and Mover

Dr. Aisha Johnson (MLIS ’09, PhD ’15), distinguished alumna of the College of Communication and Information, was named a 2024 Mover and Shaker for her contributions to the Library and Information Sciences profession. “Movers and Shakers” awards are granted to leaders with a record of excellence in their work, civic engagement, and philanthropic efforts.

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