The Florida State School of Information

Learn to lead analytics teams, operationalize AI, and supercharge your record keeping with blockchain: All at INFOcon 2024, a free, two-day, online conference. Hosted by a collaborative team of iSchools, including the School of Information at Florida State University, the conference includes presentations from iSchools faculty on emerging topics in the information science field.

Confirmed topics include:
-Data Science and Co-Op Opportunities
-Trauma-Informed Librarianship in Movement
-De-Siloing Scholarly and Science Communication Research
-Taking Arms Against a Sea of Chatbot Sludge
-Hitting the Mark or Losing the Shot: Inclusive Efforts in Archives
-Unveiling Histories: Provenance and CSI in Rare Books Cataloging
-What Does it Mean to be a Cataloger in 2025?
-Blockchain and Record Keeping: Opportunities for Information Professionals
-How Blind and Low-Vision Youth Live-Code Experimental Music Together
-Advocacy in Libraries
-The Art of Leading Data Analytics Teams
-Operationalizing AI: From Strategy to Scalable Solutions
-Consumer Health Information Practices
-Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Register for today to secure your spot and plan to join us on November 13 and 14, 2024! https://choose.illinois.edu/register/INFOcon2024

The School of Information at Florida State University will be hosting two Zoom information sessions about the doctoral program on October 28 and November 18 at 12 PM ET. To sign up for either session, please complete the following form: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_74mRqHXQnVsu6Vw . The session will discuss the overview of the doctoral program, give tips on how to apply for a PhD degree, and talk about funding opportunities for this exciting on-campus program.

Congrats Dr. Marty!

FSU names new leader for academic innovation Florida State University has named Paul F. Marty the associate vice provost for academic innovation, a role dedicated to fostering innovation and

The College of Communication and Information (CCI) will be hosting the 2023 CCI BBQ. A traditional barbecue menu will be served, and vegan and vegetarian options will also be available.

Who:
Current students, alumni, friends, and family are all invited

Where:
Louis B. Shores Building on the Tallahassee Main Campus
142 Collegiate Loop

Cost?
This event is sponsored by the CCI Student Leadership Council so there is no cost to attendees!

RSVP by scanning the QR code below or visiting https://cci.fsu.edu/rsvp/ .

Monday, April 17th @ 11am, Dr. Ana Ndumu will present a virtual talk on Information Justice. Dr. Ndumu received her Ph.D. from the School of Information at Florida State University. She's an Assistant Professor in the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland. https://ischool.umd.edu/directory/ana-ndumu

Friday, March 24th @ 11am, Dr. Emily Joyce Magdelyn Knox will give a virtual talk on the topic of Intellectual Freedom and Social Justice. Dr. Knox is an Associate Professor in the School of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She received her Ph.D. from the Rutgers University School of Communication and Information. https://ischool.illinois.edu/people/emily-knox

Gary and I invited you to make a contribution to the Elfreda Chatman Professorship!

The Dr. Elfreda Chatman Professorship | SPARK FSU Honor the legacy of Dr. Elfreda Chatman by supporting the Dr. Elfreda Chatman Professorship. Your gift will provide opportunities for women and minorities to excel in the field of information behavior just as Dr. Chatman did.

The School of Information recognizes those who have served our nation in the U.S Armed Forces. We honor their commitment, bravery, and sacrifices to protect our nations people and freedom 🇺🇸 🎆 ❤️💙

"November is National Native American Heritage month. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native
Hawaiian, and island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each
passing generation." -

Happy October Seminoles! We hope all of you are having a wonderful semester so far, keep it up!
October is Dyslexia awareness month and the College of Communication and Information (CCI), Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion committee will be hosting a panel of speakers to raise awareness of Dyslexia. The purpose of this panel highlights what faculty can do to support dyslexic students in their classes, information about resources available, as well as current research being conducted at FSU. We welcome all of you to join us on October 19th at 7:00 pm via zoom in support of Dyslexia Awareness Month! You can join us by clicking the zoom link below
Zoom link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97601792110


Topics to be discussed:

-Dr. Kelly Farquharson - Introduction to panel. What is dyslexia? Busting dyslexia myths
-Anne Reed - Who helps with dyslexia and how?
-Dr. Taylor Thompson - Dyslexia testing process at FSU; resources
-Dr. Laventrice Ridgeway - Accommodations often offered to FSU students with dyslexia. What should professors know/ expect about having a student with dyslexia in their class?
-Dr. Hugh Catts - Research spotlight, Dyslexia screening project at FSU/ FCRR
-Dr. Rick Wagner - Research spotlight, NIH Multidisciplinary Learning Disabilities Research Center at FCRR

Listen up Noles! The CHMC annual Gala is returning in person this year! The Gala raises funds for the Felipe and Betty Ann Korzenny Endowment fund which supports the multifunction, career-propelling programs offered by CHMC for students pursuing their certificate or Master’s in Hispanic and Multicultural studies at Florida State University. See you there!

The Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication at FSU makes an in-person return with their annual gala! Click below to find out more!

The CHMC Gala Makes an In-Person Return this Year - News & Events The Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication (CHMC) at Florida State University (FSU) announced yesterday that the annual Gala will take place on September 29th at 6:30 PM EST. This year’s Gala theme is “Going Forward, Forging New Voices'' and will take place at The Tower Club in Fort Lauderd...