Celebrating the C&IS Community
At C&IS, our story is told through the remarkable achievements of our people — past, present, and future. From alumni making waves in their industries to faculty earning national recognition, and students pushing boundaries with their talent and ambition, this is where we share the moments that make us proud. Explore the latest news and announcements to see how the C&IS community is shaping the world
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C&IS Journalism and Creative Media Earns No. 25 Spot in BEA Rankings
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Since 2022, the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) has ranked schools based on their performance in the BEA Festival of Media Arts, a premier competition recognizing outstanding student and faculty creative…
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How Bama Blitz Impacts C&IS Ambassadors
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For 48 hours, The University of Alabama (UA) transforms into a hub of philanthropy for its campus-wide annual giving campaign. With this year’s theme being “Bama in Bloom”, the College of Communication and Information Sciences (C&IS) set its sights on using this campaign to uplift a cornerstone of the…
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Leading through Service: Lexi McMahon’s Leadership Tuscaloosa Experience
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When Lexi McMahon, coordinator of recruitment and outreach for the Tisch Student Services and Engagement Team, first accepted her spot in the Leadership Tuscaloosa (LT) program, she saw it as a way to network…
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Rece Davis Honored by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame
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Communication & Information Sciences alumnus and one of sports journalism’s most recognizable voices, Rece Davis, was honored as the 2026 Distinguished American Sportsman by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. The recognition…
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Setting the Standard: Tisch Student Services and C&IS Ambassadors Awarded Honors
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The College of Communication and Information Sciences (C&IS) is celebrating another milestone as the Tisch Student Services and Engagement Team, alongside the C&IS Ambassadors, was recently recognized with some of the University’s most prestigious honors. At the EXEMPLO…
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Assistant Professor Recognized for Political Communication Research at Multiple Conferences
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Dr. Josh Bramlett, Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations, was recently recognized for his political communication research at annual meetings of the Southern States Communication Association…
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Miriam Sweeney Named Director of the School of Library and Information Studies
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The College of Communication and Information Sciences is proud to announce that Dr. Miriam Sweeney has been selected as the incoming director of the School of Library and Information Studies…
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C&IS Celebrates 2026 Honors Day
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Honors Day is a cornerstone of the spring semester for the College of Communication and Information Sciences (C&IS). As the academic year draws to a close, the event allows the College…
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
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Let’s Talk AI
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Once relegated to science fiction, artificial intelligence is now integrated into our everyday life through webpages, apps, social media and more. This rapid growth can be daunting, making it challenging to grasp its full potential. Two experts, Meghan Dorn and Mark Barry, answer our questions on AI and provide a glimpse into what the future of communication and information may look like with this new tool.
STUDENT IMPACT
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Industry Immersion: A Student’s Perspective
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Follow student contributor Catherine O’Halloran’s journey as she meets with industry leaders in New York City and connects with the world of communication and information professionals. Through the C&IS Industry Immersion program and with the help of amazing C&IS alumni and friends, she gains valuable insights and practical advice to kickstart her career.
VIBRANT COMMUNITY
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Alumni News 2024
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C&IS alumni are leading in their fields and making names for themselves. Catch up on what your classmates have been doing by reading their updates in our new alumni news section.