Spotlight

Turning it Around

With a passion for her students and her teaching, Journalism Department Chair Dr. Jennifer Greer makes a difference every day on the College of Communication and Information Sciences.

Learning in a Digital Age

JN professor George Daniels uses Facebook, Twitter and blogging as tools for teaching the next generation of journalists.

Ph.D. 2011 Graduates

The College of Communication and Information Sciences has seen several recent and upcoming Ph.D. graduates hired to positions at various universities across the United States.

"I think the recent Ph.D. graduates have represented the college very well in the research and teaching they have done for the College, and I am confident they will all go on to do very impressive things in their scholarship," said Dr. Kimberly Bissell, associate dean for research and director of the Institute for Communication and Information Research. "Associate Dean for Graduate Studies Dr. Shuhua Zhou has done tremendous things with the doctoral students, and it is because of his mentorship and leadership and that of his predecessor, Dr. Jennings Bryant, that our current cohort of graduates is so strong."

What’s In A Name?

It's Gonzenbach, not Gozenbach or Gonzebach. And every public relations major at The University of Alabama should know it because it is the answer to the very first test question in his introductory course.

Dr. William Gonzenbach, a public relations professor and former chairman of the department, puts great emphasis on such careful details in his teachings.

A World of Opportunities

Public relations major Caroline Beard says that The University of Alabama has provided her a “world of opportunities.” And she has taken that adage to heart, from exploring the world to saving it.

Caroline received a unique scholarship/internship combination last summer thanks to generous contributions of The Curtis and Edith Munson Foundation, a grant-giving organization with the goal of conserving natural resources in North America.

A Focus On Students

COM associate professor Dr. Jason Edward Black ‘has a passion for everything he does, everything he teaches and his students.

The Making of A Media Mogul

The University of Alabama College of Communication and Information Sciences had everything public relations major Lauren Cuervo was looking for in a college.

Positive Energy

There is never a dull moment in the office of the Department of Journalism, at least not when Cecilia Hammond is around.

Distance Education

China-native, Canada resident and University of Alabama student Guikang Jin takes advantage of the real-time distance education classes offered by SLIS.

‘Communication is essential’

Public relations graduate Sara Hood uses communication skills attained at UA and in fashion and in sports event planning PR to help find a cure for type 1 diabetes.

Love and Possibilities

Love for writing, love for UA and seeing the instructors' love for teaching led this junior journalism major from Enterprise to Tuscaloosa.

Keeping Up With the Times

Susan Daria, an APR instructor, shows love for students by keeping them updated on the latest advertising methods and tools.

Learning by Autonomy, Flexibility and Experience

Anthony Greer, the first recipient of the UA/Munson Foundation Internship Program, worked with The Nature Conservancy in Birmingham, gaining valuable experience researching the organization’s methods of communication and designing a strategic plan for the organization’s future. “This program was a vital learning experience for me,” Greer said. “I have no doubt this will invariably benefit my personal and professional future.”

Building His Professional and Personal Self

Rising senior Patrick Boardman let his interests in “language and human relationships” guide him to the College of Communication and Information Sciences.

Volunteering Shapes Professor

Dr. Suzanne Horsley, assistant professor of advertising and public relations, is a volunteer American Red Cross spokesperson. She discusses how her role as a Red Cross volunteer makes her a better professor.

‘Enjoy The Journey’

Pamela Sparks, a PR and COM graduate, looks for the learning opportunity in every experience, even when the national media is calling her at 4 a.m.

Moving Up In the Ranks

UA doctoral student, Kenon Brown, knows what it’s like to cross enemy lines. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from a rival Southeastern Conference school.