The Libraries in the Digital Age (LIDA) conference is an internationally recognized event that celebrated its 25th anniversary this year in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Several faculty members, students, and alumni from the School of Information Sciences (SIS) attended and participated in engaging workshops and presentations at this year’s LIDA conference, which is one of many events […] The post SIS Showcases Global Impact at LIDA 2025 appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Golf Writers’ Association of America (GWAA) inaugural Herbert V. Kohler Jr./GWAA Scholarship recipients CCI doctoral candidate Aman Misra and Penn State’s Amanda Vogt overlooking the famous Church Pew bunkers on Oakmont Country Club’s third hole at the 2025 US Open. When Aman Misra was 16 years old, he stayed up five nights in a row […] The post CCI Doctoral Student Earns GWAA Scholarship, Attends U.S. Open Golf Championship appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
When Kristina Clement (’18) took on her current role as assistant director of academic engagement and instruction for collegiate librarians at Kennesaw State University, she quickly began having informal conversations with library employees that inspired her to approach a colleague with an idea. It wasn’t long before Clement and her coworker, Karen Doster-Greenleaf, had a […] The post SIS Alumna Earns ALA Equality Award for Transforming Hiring Practices at KSU Libraries appeared first o...| College of Communication and Information
MSIS Student Ginny Edwards is Changing Lives through Volunteering on Awards Committees| School of Information Sciences
Scott Wells (’89, ’96, ’13) is a proud alumnus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he serves as the chief of staff for the Min H. Kao Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. He has earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD from UT. Wells graduated with his master’s degree in information sciences in […] The post From SIS Alumnus to Cichlid Enthusiast appeared first on School of Information Sciences.| School of Information Sciences
When Teresa O’Daniel first became a dental hygienist, she never thought she would be working in public health much less as an educator in the field. But public health eventually became more than just a career option for O’Daniel, who is a dental hygiene instructor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. […] The post Graduating Master’s Student, Dental Hygiene Educator Teresa O’Daniel Says Communication Courses Made Her a Better Teacher appeared first on Scho...| School of Information Sciences
Frankie Perry (’24) enjoys her role in the circulation department of the University of Memphis Ned McWherter Libraries. She has worked for the University of Memphis for over 30 years, spending the last 20 years in the library. However, until recently, she did not have a degree in information sciences. “I’ve been assisting the librarian […] The post Frankie Perry is Advancing Her Career Graduating with her Second Master’s in Information Sciences appeared first on School of Informat...| School of Information Sciences
Kayla Siddell (‘13) is eager to mentor students and help them prepare for the real world, as she remembers what it is like to be in their position. Siddell earned her master’s degree in information sciences from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2013. She is currently the chief operational officer (COO) of the Atlanta […]| College of Communication and Information
The School of Information Sciences recently held its Spring 2025 Awards Reception, honoring the outstanding achievements of students and alumni in both the bachelor’s and master’s programs, along with its faculty. Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and staff, recipients were celebrated for their academic excellence, service, innovation, and impactful contributions to the SIS community. The […] The post SIS Recognizes 2025 Student, Faculty, and Alumni Award Winners appeared first on...| College of Communication and Information
After four years of devoting every spare moment she had to the Lady Vols softball team, this past year of focusing solely on academics gave graduating master’s student Rylie West the chance to dive deeper into her studies and gain even more real-world experience in journalism and media. West graduated this semester after completing the […] The post Torchbearer Rylie West Graduates with Master’s, Aiming to Enter Sports Broadcasting appeared first on College of Communication and Informa...| College of Communication and Information
After Joseph Edgerton graduates with his Master of Science in Information Sciences this May, he will begin his new role as a research data management librarian at the University of Virginia. His journey to this position was unexpected, but his experiences along the way helped him discover his true passions. “It feels really accepting and […] The post How CCI’s MSIS Program Helped Joseph Edgerton Launch a Fulfilling Career appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Every year the College of Communication and Information (CCI) honors its faculty, staff, and graduate students with awards recognizing excellence in academic, professional, and service areas. Award winners, as well as four retiring faculty members and six graduating PhD students, were celebrated May 7 at a CCI faculty and staff event. Below are all the […] The post CCI Honors 2025 Faculty and Staff Award Recipients, PhD Grads, and Retirees appeared first on College of Communication and In...| College of Communication and Information
The Tennessee Library Association (TNLA) Conference was held this year at the Chattanooga Convention Center in downtown Chattanooga. TNLA is a professional organization dedicated to supporting librarians and library staff throughout Tennessee. Its mission is to promote quality library services, collaborate with related agencies, and support its members. Founded in 1902, TNLA is headquartered in […] The post SIS Strengthening Connections and Bringing the Volunteer Spirit to TNLA Conference a...| College of Communication and Information