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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27 College Spring 2024 Graduates Receive Honors Medallion

Florida State University honored 27 CCI Spring 2024 graduates with an Honors Medallion, recognizing their outstanding academic achievements and exceptional skills in their respective fields. Florida State’s Honors Program strives to support students in realizing their potential and fostering a drive to positively impact the world, as symbolized by the Honors Medallion.

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CCI Students Travel to Atlanta for Networking Trip

In late April, nine College of Communication and Information (CCI) students traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, to network with alumni, tour company facilities, and learn about the technology industry at five major companies. The students visited William Mills Agency, where they met CCI alumnus and CCI Leadership Board member William Mills (B.A. ‘83). During the visit, …

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iSchool Alumna Linnea Eberhart Accepts New Position

School of Information (iSchool) alumna Linnea Eberhart (MSI ’24) has recently accepted a new position starting this summer as one of the 2024 Librarians-in-Residence (LIRs) with the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. “The LIR program is an opportunity to both utilize the skills and education I have developed to date while also allowing me …

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CCI Hosts 11th Annual Women in Leadership Conference

The College of Communication and Information (CCI) hosted its 11th Annual Women in Leadership (WIL) Conference on March 5, 2024. The conference brings in local female leaders to host an audience of students, faculty, alumni, and the local community with a goal to inspire, learn and engage. The conference included 47 female leaders who spoke …

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