Social Science Foo Camp at Meta HQ is an annual “unconference” where select invitees discuss pressing topics in tech and society—and CCI’s Information Institute Integrity postdoctoral research associate Matthew Craig was one of the attendees this year.cci.utk.edu/blog/2025/03/0…

Welcome Back, Vols! We hope you had a relaxing spring break! Now it’s time to jump back in and make the rest of the semester count. Whether you're diving into projects, prepping for exams, or gearing up for summer opportunities, we’re here for you. Let’s finish strong, CCI!

Former Tennessee Football Head Coach Philip Fulmer joined Professor John Haas' UTK Comm Studies class to share his insights on leadership, identifying priorities, & overcoming challenges. We appreciate Coach Fulmer for taking time to inspire our students with his wisdom & experience! #VFL

Attention CCI UT Knoxville Alumni in Indianapolis! Join Dean Joe Mazer at High Velocity in the JW Marriott TOMORROW at 3:30 pm to cheer on the Lady Vols Basketball as they take on Texas! No RSVP required—just stop by, grab a drink, and enjoy the game with us! Let’s go, Lady Vols!

We had an incredible night with CCI alumni and the Chicago UT Knoxville Alumni Chapter, where Tombras School of Advertising & PR students had the opportunity to gain career insights and build relationships that will last beyond their time on campus. Your CCI network is strong, and it’s here for you!

The UT School of Information Sciences grad program, house in CCI, has been ranked 13th among public universities in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings for Library and Information Studies! Congrats to everyone who makes this program a leader in the field! tiny.utk.edu/MSISRankings

Today, we dedicated the Alan & Wendy Wilson Communication & Leadership Academy! With a generous $4.5 million gift from the Wilsons, the Wilson Academy, a collab between CCI & Haslam Business, will shape the next generation of leaders at the intersection of communication & business.

This week we celebrated the inaugural LEO Fellows cohort & hosted an industry panel with LEO Events & UT College of Ed, Health & Human Sciences. We’re grateful for this partnership—and for LEO Events’ investment in student success. Congrats to our first class of LEO Fellows!

Recent UTK Comm Studies grad Avery Urquhart (’23) now helps NFL players with their philanthropic work through A.B.C. Sports Foundation—a job offer that grew from her senior internship. We love seeing our UT Knoxville Alumni thrive! tiny.utk.edu/eaod8

ATTN: CCI grads — before you walk the stage, join us for the CCI Send-Off! 🗓️ Fri, May 16 | ⏰ 9–11:30 AM 📍 Circle Park Enjoy brunch, a champagne toast, and a commemorative gift. Commencement follows at 1:30 PM. RSVP by May 5: cci.utk.edu/cci-send-off/

Shoutout to the admin pros who keep CCI running like clockwork! 🧡 Dean Mazer dropped by with treats today to thank these behind-the-scenes professionals for all they do. 📸: A few moments from today’s appreciation visits.

A sweet way to celebrate student achievements! At the CCI Spring Awards Celebration, students enjoyed an ice cream treat, celebrated their achievements, and connected with the CCI community. Congrats to all our honorees!

Finals week stress? Not in Dr. Pittman’s Social Media Strategy course. The last day of class was all good vibes thanks to bubbles, sidewalk chalk, Italian ice, and Vol Shop swag—just a fun way to celebrate the semester and help students unwind before finals!

Join us in celebrating the achievements of our faculty, staff, & graduate student award recipients, as well as our PhD graduates & retirees for their years of service & impact! See the full list of winners at this link: lnkd.in/etwG6B3K

#utgrad2025: Addison Lafayette From strengthening her voice as a UTK Comm Studies major to attending a lecture with Peyton Manning ('97), Lafayette made the most of every opportunity at CCI. “I’m walking away more confident in myself... I feel more prepared.” tiny.utk.edu/pAnVS

It’s not just Graduation season—it’s GRAD-itude season! CCI students reflect, give thanks, and bid farewell to the mentors who shaped their time at @utknoxville. Swipe for a snippet of ‘grad’-itude and tag a Vol who made your journey on Rocky Top unforgettable. #UTGrad2025

From barely graduating high school to earning his master’s from CCI—Intelligence Specialist Master Chief Petty Officer Robert Morris II’s journey has come full circle. Join us in celebrating him & all our 2025 master’s & PhD grads! #utgrad2025 Full story: tiny.utk.edu/tFwvV

From CCI Send Off to Commencement, today was one for the books! We’re so proud of all that our graduates have accomplished. Congrats, CCI Class of 2025—and welcome to the UT Knoxville Alumni family!

We are excited to announce the launch of Tennessee’s first—and only—interdisciplinary, fully online BS in Communication & Information! The 100% asynchronous coursework lets you balance work, family, & classes on your own schedule. Learn more: tiny.utk.edu/BSCI

CCI is celebrating several @easttnspj Golden Press Card Awards given to @utkjem students for their outstanding work at media outlets in CCI’s UTK Media Center, and faculty members Brittany Tarwater and Mark Harmon, who won top honors. tiny.utk.edu/9cvU6