Launched in November, Black Men in Tech (BMIT) is a new CCI project that focuses on strengthening the pipeline for young Black men interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), with a focus on Information Technology (IT). A recent grant from the Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) has given CCI’s BMIT researchers and partners …
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College of Communication and Information (CCI) Launches Black Men in Tech Program with Four Local High School Partners
CCI Recognizes the 2021 Faculty Leadership Award Recipients
Interim Dean Dr. Stephen McDowell and the CCI Leadership Board have selected Dr. Rachel Bailey (School of Comm.), Dr. Hugh Catts (SCSD), and Dr. Christy Chatmon (iSchool) as this year’s recipients.
CONTINUE READINGCCI Recognizes Scholarship and Award Recipients at Annual Scholars & Stars Event
On November 16th, 2021, the College of Communication and Information hosted the Scholars and Stars Virtual Reception. This event is the College’s annual recognition of its incredible donors and scholarship recipients.
CONTINUE READINGShannon Williams Selected as 2021 Student Leadership Award Recipient
Three students have been selected for the 2021 CCI Student Leadership Awards. Sara Collins, Laura-Kate Huse, and Shannon Williams have all been selected based on their outstanding contributions to the University. Honorees will be honored at the Scholars and Stars Donor Engagement Virtual Event on November 16th, 2021. Keep reading to learn more about honoree …
CONTINUE READINGCCI Leadership Board Member Spearheads the Lawrence C. Dennis Endowment for Student Success
A generous lead gift from CCI Leadership Board member Linda Alexionok has led to the creation of the Lawrence C. Dennis Endowment for Student Success.
CONTINUE READINGCCI Faculty Member Dr. Zhe He Recognized as Fellow of AMIA
iSchool Associate Professor and Researcher Dr. Zhe He was recognized as a Fellow of the American Medical Informatics Association (FAMIA) on October 5th, 2021.
CONTINUE READINGLawrence C. Dennis Endowment for Student Success to Honor Dr. Dennis
On October 1st, the Lawrence C. Dennis Endowment for Student Success was announced at the CCI Leadership Board meeting.
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