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A Spirit of Giving 2024
Published:
5/23/2024
We are grateful to all alumni and friends who support C&IS. Your generous contributions further our mission to develop global leaders who do the extraordinary across the full communication, media and information spectrum. Read about what motivates our donors and see who has supported our college in the past year.

RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Transforming Water Research
Published:
1/4/2024
Rebecca Britt, Ph.D., and her team are unraveling online dynamics to pinpoint key voices in environmental health discussions. Funded by the Alabama Water Institute, their research not only decodes social media interactions but also translates raw data into practical insights for public health planning. Learn how their innovative approach is revolutionizing communication strategies and making way for more meaningful weather emergency interventions.

A Commitment to Research
Posted:
4/1/2022
Documenting the Stallings Legacy
Posted:
4/1/2022
C&IS Propels Research Innovation Through New Laboratory
Posted:
4/1/2022

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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

A Vision 50 Years in the Making: McLure Reopens after Major Renovations

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1/22/2026

McLure Library has been a familiar presence at The University of Alabama, serving students and faculty since 1925. But starting 50 years ago, conversations about reimagining and fully realizing the library’s potential resurfaced, shaped by…
C&IS Professor Selected for 2025–2026 THRIVE Fellowship

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11/6/2025

Transformative research rarely happens by itself. What begins with ideas, then can grow through collaboration, mentorship and connection. This spirit of interdisciplinary work is at the heart of The University of Alabama’s (UA) Transformative Human-centered Research for Impacting Vulnerabilities Everywhere (THRIVE) Initiative. Jihoon Kim, Ph.D., assistant professor in the…
From Campus Fields to National Screens, The Playbook of Jonathan Biles

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11/3/2025

When Jonathan Biles arrived in Tuscaloosa in 2013, he knew two things: he wanted to work in sports media, and he wasn’t afraid to take a different path to get there. While…
C&IS hosts Alabama Science Communication Initiative Summit

Published:

10/20/2025

On Tuesday, Oct. 14, C&IS hosted the Alabama Science Communication Initiative (ASCI) Summit, bringing together leading science communication experts from across the country for a day of discovery and collaboration. This summit reflects C&IS’s ongoing commitment to…
Global Voices Visit APR: State Department Delegation Tours Digital Media Center

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10/10/2025

The College of Communication and Information Sciences (C&IS) continues to distinguish itself as a place where students experience opportunities with global impact. On Sept. 19, Alabama Public Radio (APR), stationed…
Designing Beyond the Bare Minimum: Heather Hayes’ Call for Universal Design

Published:

10/9/2025

When Dr. Heather Ashley Hayes walked into her eye doctor’s office for a routine checkup, she expected the usual: a few uncomfortable flashes of light, the puff of air that…
Confidant Scholarship Opens Doors for C&IS Students in Public Relations

Published:

10/9/2025

To some, summer means a break from classes or a chance to reset; to others, it’s an opportunity to take on a short-term job. To College of Communication and Information…
Minerva is Crafting the Next Generation of Ad Pros at UA

Published:

10/1/2025

At The University of Alabama, Minerva is more than just a classroom experience, it is a launching pad for the next wave of advertising professionals. Created in 2015, Minerva, centered around creative advertising, was created to help students graduate with a competitive…

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Transforming Water Research

Published:

1/4/2024

Rebecca Britt, Ph.D., and her team are unraveling online dynamics to pinpoint key voices in environmental health discussions. Funded by the Alabama Water Institute, their research not only decodes social media interactions but also translates raw data into practical insights for public health planning. Learn how their innovative approach is revolutionizing communication strategies and making way for more meaningful weather emergency interventions.

STUDENT IMPACT

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Developing Student Leaders

Published:

1/4/2024

Learn about the experience of C&IS’s Lead Retreat through the eyes of Tanaiya Sanders, a student whose confidence flourished because of her experience with the program. Lead Retreat nurtures students’ leadership growth through team-building exercises and workshops. Read about how this program shapes tomorrow’s leaders by helping them see their potential and the impact they can have on the world around them.

VIBRANT COMMUNITY

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Funds for the Future

Published:

5/23/2024

The Rising Tide 2.0, the homestretch for the University’s capital campaign, is challenging the college to reach higher than ever before. Get to know the C&IS capital campaign board members, learn why they support C&IS, and see how their work—and your support—will ensure we can provide students transformative experiences for years to come.