Leonardo Juarbe earned his Master of Science in Information Technology from Florida State University’s School of Information (iSchool) in Spring 2026, walking the graduation stage alongside his stepdaughters, Aria and Ziya Kassam. More than a decade after earning his bachelor’s degree from Florida International University, Juarbe returned to the commencement stage; this time, he was …
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Three Degrees, One Family: iSchool Graduate Leonardo Juarbe Earns Master’s Degree Alongside Stepdaughters at FSU
iSchool Doctoral Student Appointed Co-chair of ALA Subcommittee on Information Literacy
Ayansewa Adedeji, a doctoral student at the School of Information, has been appointed Co-chair of the Science and Technology Section (STS) Information Literacy Committee, a subcommittee under the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL). Adedeji’s two-year appointment began July 1, 2025, and runs through June 30, 2027. In this leadership role, he will help …
CONTINUE READINGCCI Students Discuss the Impact of the Torchbearer 100
The Torchbearer 100 represents 100 undergraduate leaders that have made significant impacts on the Florida State University (FSU) community. The Torchbearer 100 plays on the phrase “Leaders and achievers” to encompass a wide range of students and their continuous commitment to the community.
CONTINUE READINGRanderee Recognized with Educator Award
On April 12, 2025, Associate Dean Ebe Randeree attended a celebration of the Regional National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) chapter in Jacksonville, FL, where he was presented with the 2025 Aspirations in Computing Educator Award.
CONTINUE READINGFSU’s Resident Foodie Zach Heng Becomes First-time Restaurant Owner
Zach Heng is an FSU information technology (IT) alumni and a self- proclaimed foodie that has become a co-owner of the restaurant, Yunnan By Potomac, with his partner Chef Shao Bruce.
CONTINUE READINGiSchool Alumna Awarded Keeper of the Flame
Natalie Woods (M.S. ’14, Information) was recognized with the “Keeper of the Flame” award by the Western Branch Library Support Association on March 18, 2025. The award is presented to individuals who carry on the legacy of historian Mr. Walter Hutchins, “A dear friend who was always super supportive of me in my time as …
CONTINUE READINGPaige Elkin Named CCI’s 2025 Humanitarian of the Year Honoree
The College of Communication and Information (CCI) has named Paige Elkin as its 2025 nominee for Humanitarian of the Year. Florida State University’s Undergraduate Humanitarian of the Year Award is a prestigious honor recognizing students who demonstrate exceptional commitment to service.
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