Tag Research & Innovation

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 Department of Advertising and Public Relations, has been selected as one of only 10 faculty members across campus to serve as a 2025–2026 THRIVE Fellow.  Housed within UA’s Institute…

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 fostering innovation, advancing research and strengthening leadership in the communication field.  Held at the Byrant Conference Center, communication leaders from various institutions across the country examined key questions shaping the science field. Each topic…

Music merchandising and artists' success; media’s role in athletes’ mental health; challenges faced by public libraries and library leaders; global gender issues in mass communication; the historical development of the film industry; and the foundations of effective media relations–these are just a few of the many topics you can explore through books published in the…

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…

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…

C&IS is made up of pioneers, shaping the present by anticipating the future. Through new programs in SLIS and Communication Studies, we are making education more accessible for different student populations. We also lead at the forefront of research with new developments, such as our sports and gaming think tank, which brings in partners from…

Meet the leaders shaping the future of C&IS! Our leadership team comprises a blend of fresh perspectives and seasoned experts, constantly adapting to the ever-changing landscape of communication education. In these exclusive profiles, members of the Dean’s Executive Council share their diverse backgrounds, passions and visions for their departments. From animal enthusiasts to travel aficionados,…

Our distinguished faculty and staff inspire others through their remarkable leadership and commitment to their industries. Recent work from our faculty and staff includes research on the phenomenon of the TikTok algorithm, speech pedagogy and its impact on campus communities, service-learning and volunteering with local elementary schools, and creative leadership behind the production of award-winning…

Kyle Holland, instructor and studio manager for the Book Arts program in the School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS), has taught many students how to create their first, hand-printed book, but when he met chemical engineering doctoral student, Elizabeth Bury, he found a new way to use the art of letterpress printing. Holland and…

C&IS faculty are consistently recognized for their scholarly contributions. Explore some of the most recent books published by our faculty.