The Clarence E. Cason Award in Nonfiction Writing is a prestigious honor that celebrates the intersection of outstanding journalism and the deep-rooted cultural landscape of Alabama. Presented annually by the College of Communications & Information Sciences (C&IS), this award is more than just a recognition of literary achievement; it is a tribute to a legacy…
On April 4, 2025, the College of Communication & Information Sciences (C&IS) celebrated its outstanding students and alumni at the annual Honors Day ceremony held at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Honors Day is an opportunity for C&IS to recognize graduates who have made exceptional contributions to their professions, communities and beyond. Each year, one…
Ten alumni from The College of Communication and Information Science were among the Centennial Graduate Scholars honored as part of the University of Alabama’s Graduate School’s 100-year celebration. Ramsey Archibald, Danilo Madayag Baylen, Terry Daugherty, Makiba J. Foster, Jackson Hataway, Amy H. Jones, Mary Lieb, Katherine M. Ruffin, Louise Oliver and Steven Yates were recognized…
Candice Hardy, a School of Library and Information Studies alum, has been selected as an honoree of the I Love My Librarian award by I Love Libraries, an initiative of the American Library Association. Hardy was awarded with a cash award during an award ceremony at American Library Association’s LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience. The…
Brad’s career path began in the late 1980s and early 1990s when he worked as a student assistant in UA’s Sports Information Department. This role exposed him to the world of athletic PR, where he gained hands-on experience supporting game-day operations and media relations for football and men’s and women’s basketball. By his sophomore year,…
Mark Barry was awarded by the National Alumni Association their 2024 Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Award, recognizing his commitment to effective, ambitious teaching.
On April 5, C&IS held its Honors Day ceremony and presented awards to nine college alumni.
Campaign mangement team lead, Walmart Connect
Communication lead, Aerojet Rocketdyne
Director of recruiting, Apartment Therapy Media
