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.
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…
Students in the creative advertising portfolio program, Minerva, are taught to be bold and use their voice and creativity for the greater good. In 2022, a team of Minerva students created The Backbone Awards to reward advertising organizations and professionals for that same boldness they value. The awards honor people and agencies that use their…
C&IS students have taken the classroom across the globe this year. From BBQ joints in Alabama to Paris, France and the Caribbean Sea, students told stories, examined human communication, tackled tourism marketing and engaged with industry professionals. These experiences forever changed the lives of the students who took on the adventures.
This year, the World Games showcased a “New Generation of Global Sports” less than 60 miles from The University of Alabama campus. With UA’s close proximity to the World Games and the recognizable talent of C&IS faculty and students in the areas of sports communication and digital media, students gained invaluable experience, which led them…
