Meet the Inductees

Nancy Parker Boyd
Award-winning journalist, children’s book author and community hero
E. Culpepper Clark
Former C&IS Dean, distinguished author, historian and educator
Jan Crawford
CBS Chief Legal Correspondent, NYT best-selling author and SCOTUS expert
Bryan Stevenson
Lawyer, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative and social justice activistThe Hall of Fame Virtual Induction Ceremony
February 19, 2021 at 7 p.m.
Established by the College’s Board of Visitors in 1998, the Communication and Information Sciences Hall of Fame was created to honor, preserve and perpetuate the names and accomplishments of individuals who have brought lasting fame to the state of Alabama through the application of disciplines taught, researched and practiced in the College.
By recognizing these distinguished individuals, the Hall of Fame stands as a tribute to those who positively impact the industry and exhibit lifetime professional achievement.
These leaders exemplify commitment, dedication and excellence in all they do.
Join us for this special occasion!
The C&IS Hall of Fame is open to all alumni, friends, supporters and to the general public.
Ticket pricing and information
Premium Ticket ($150):
- Access to a curated virtual cocktail hour with the inductees at 6:00 p.m.
- Special C&IS celebration gift box delivered to you prior to the event (each box is designed for one person)
- Access to the virtual induction ceremony at 7:00 p.m.
To secure your spot as a premium ticket holder, RSVP by February 1, 2021. Any premium ticket purchased after February 1, 2021 will be invited to the curated virtual cocktail hour, but will not receive a mailed C&IS Hall of Fame gift box.
General Admission Ticket ($75):
- Access to the virtual induction ceremony at 7:00 p.m.
General Admission Tickets are available for purchase until February 12, 2021.
More information about this year’s C&IS Hall of Fame virtual celebration will be sent by February 17 to guests who RSVP. If you have any questions, please see the Ticket Holder Information page at the link below or reach out to Jordan Terry at jkterry@ua.edu or 205-348-3143. We look forward to seeing you there!
C&IS Hall of Fame Sponsors
Platinum
Gold

Silver



John and Barbara Cochran
William and Patsy Parker, parents of Nancy Parker Boyd
Bronze


Christi and Mike Burnum
Barry and Kathy Copeland
The Department of Advertising & Public Relations
The Department of Communication Studies
The Department of Journalism & Creative Media


Cherie Feenker
Lindsay and Johnny Garrison
M. Scott Johnson, Smithwick & Belendiuk, PC
Bill and Judy Lewis
Paul and Denise McTear
Mark and Tonya Nelson
The School of Library and Information Studies
Jacque and Leo Shaia
Stuart and Beth Sockwell

The UA Digital Media Center
Judy and Mark Weaver

Past Hall of Fame Inductees
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Sponsorship Information
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Past Hall of Fame Ceremonies
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Past Hall of Fame Inductees
Click here to view previous Hall of Fame Inductees
Sponsorship Information
Click here to view sponsorship levels and information
Past Hall of Fame Ceremonies
Click here to watch previous Hall of Fame Ceremony videos