The National Science Foundation (NSF) grant awarded Florida State University $299,659 for an impactful project led by Dr. Faye R. Jones, Associate Faculty Researcher at the College of Communication and Information (CCI), Dr. Marcia A. Mardis, Professor at the School of Information, CCI Associate Dean Ebe Randeree, and project evaluator Dr. Lara Perez-Felkner, Professor in Higher Education at the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences.
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CCI Research Specialist Leads National Science Foundation Funded Initiative to Build Latiné Student Support at Emerging Hispanic Serving Institutions
IT Student Attends the Multicultural Career Workshop
From November 7-8, Information Technology (IT) Student Jennifer Sterling attended the International Radio & Television Society Foundation (IRTS) Multicultural Career Workshop in New York City. “Opportunities to travel, explore my career path, and connect with like-minded students from across the country are rare,” Sterling said. “Being able to take time away from classes and work to focus on my future felt like an immense privilege, one I don’t take for granted.”
CONTINUE READINGCCI Recognizes Scholarship and Award Recipients at 2024 Scholars & Stars Reception
On November 14th, the College of Communication & Information hosted its annual Scholars and Stars Reception. This event recognizes incredible donors and scholarship recipients, as well as outstanding faculty and students for their leadership. For photos from the event, click here. CCI congratulates the following student and faculty award recipients: Student Leadership Award Recipients: Carly Nelson …
CONTINUE READINGIT 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 …
CONTINUE READINGFSU STARS Students Volunteer at Killearn Lakes STEM Day
Ten STARS (Students & Technology in Academia, Research & Service) students were joined by a STARS alumna as they visited Killearn Lakes Elementary School’s Fall Festival on October 19th to volunteer and contribute their service by tabling stations to bring more attention to the world of technology. The event attendance exceeded 800 kids and parents. …
CONTINUE READINGiSchool Professor Awarded Institute of Museum and Library Services Grant
iSchool Associate Professor Dr. Margaret Sullivan was awarded the Applied Research Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The funding from this grant will contribute towards a three-year research project about the hiring practices of social workers in public libraries.
CONTINUE READINGIT 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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