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College of Information and Communications

2015 News Archive

Cocky's Reading Express proves its worth

Ten years after its first school visit, Cocky's Reading Express is still working toward eradicating illiteracy in South Carolina and getting kids excited about reading.

Testing the limits

In the interdisciplinary university, research is not confined by artificial boundaries. Students and faculty collude across majors and schools.

Uncensored: The freedom to read

A student association’s Banned Books Week exhibit “Scandal in the Stacks” inspired the theme of their fundraising calendar, ‘dark force of censorship.' Both the exhibit and the calendar are two of the activities that earned them national recognition.

Beyond "AIDS in the End Zone"

In July 2016, two SLIS professors will return to South Africa to help teens in that country write, design and publish a graphic novel to teach other young adults in their area about the dangers of HIV/AIDS.

Passionate platform

Dr. Samantha Hastings carries more titles than you can reasonably fit on a business card. And as ALISE president, she brings an international spotlight to the School of Library and Information Science.

SLIS announces fellowship honoring Cynthia Graham Hurd

Cynthia Graham Hurd died in the June Charleston church shooting. A fellowship has been endowed to honor her life and community outreach.

Unlocking social media's big data

Communicators and researchers interested in how collective online behavior can be translated into usable data met at an in-person and virtual workshop - the first of its kind hosted by students in the School of Library and Information Science.

Master's-degree programs specialize to keep their sheen

Master’s-level programs have had to adapt to keep up with students who seek an educational experience customized to their particular goals, and who put a premium on skills and experience that prospective employers will find valuable. Such programs can be found in SLIS.

SLIS professor among first to use Open Educational Resources

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of college students do not purchase textbooks due to cost? SLIS's Dr. Darin Freeburg is one of five USC faculty who have been selected to combat that.

Doctoral students and alumnus win information science honors

Doctoral students Karen Miller and Hassan Zamir and 2015 doctoral graduate Chris Cunningham recently received high accolades from the Association for Information Science and Technology.

Library school to participate in virtual fair for veterans interested in graduate study

Are you a veteran, or do you know a veteran who is interested in learning about our MLIS program? Join us online to discuss our programs and the benefits available through the GI Bill.

Photo of the Week

Here's a health, Carolina. SLIS director Sam Hastings and staff at USC's annual State of the University report on the Horseshoe.

2015 literacy advocates honored

Joe Keeton, who was "plucked out of a lumber yard to sell books," is just one of the leaders honored at the ALL Awards for contributions in developing and implementing innovative and creative approaches to literacy education.

Have job, will travel

Finding your first job after graduation can lead to new adventures. For Taylor Atkinson, one application took her to the other side of the world.

Literacy Initiatives explained

SCETV's education blog features an article written by Kim Jeffcoat, director of the SC Center for Children's Books and Literacy, which discusses the various approaches to reducing illiteracy in the state.

Student association receives top national honor

The USC Library and Information Science Student Association (LISSA) chapter has been named the American Library Association student chapter of the year.

Mourning the loss of alumna Cynthia Hurd

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Cynthia Graham Hurd, a 1989 graduate of the School of Library and Information Science.

Evolve, learn and grow with SLIS

To assistant professor Elise Lewis, service learning is more than just giving back. It's also a way for students to engage in a fun experience that develops lifelong skills.

Checking out Egypt

Alumni Amy Coquillard (MLIS) and David Chadwell arrived at their new jobs at Cairo American College in 2013, just weeks after the ouster of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi. Despite nightly curfews and the occasional sound of gunfire in the streets, the couple stuck it out and is now thoroughly enjoying life abroad.

Clayton Copeland and the diversity council

A young faculty member seeks to expand the Diversity Leadership Group's horizons on campus.

Moving forward

From electronic typewriters of the 70s to robotics and makerspaces of today, the School of Library and Information Science has embraced technology from the start.

Ten years of Cocky reads

Cocky’s Reading Express™ will be blowing out 10 candles this year and, with help from BP America, got itself an early anniversary present – a new exterior for its beloved bus.

The perfect marriage

For Tamara King, two things have been major players in her life since day one — community and books. She finally found a way to work both into her career.

When Matters

When McDonald's wanted to create a new ad campaign, it needed archivist Jessica Farrell to look back through the old.

Jonathan Boston awarded Dewey Decimal Scholarship

School of Library and Information Science student Jonathan Boston has been awarded the Information Science Dewey Decimal Scholarship for the 2015-16 academic year.

Enriching lives through piggy banks, literature and a caring heart

Children’s librarian Heather McCue has made it a point to find solutions to hardships that can penetrate a community.

Students and community leaders honored at annual lecture

Service, excellence and commitment were the adjectives of the night as award recipients were honored by the School of Library and Information Science.

No pretty dresses

Courtney McKinney-Whitaker, (MLIS '05) has nothing against pretty dresses or pretty sentences. But she knew there would be no place for either in her book of historical fiction for young adults.

Donna Shannon honored with Distinguished Service Award

She retired last May, but the accolades continue for Dr. Shannon whose career touched a countless number of students and professionals.

Two alumni named '2015 Movers and Shakers'

Passion. Vision. Mission. They have it. Jason Broughton and Heather McCue were selected from among 300 nominees for this award from the Library Journal.

Digital Public Library of America director to deliver annual lecture

Keynote speaker Emily Gore will discuss community, data quality, discovery, reuse and sustainability within the framework of digital public libraries in the U.S.

Landmark SC library packs up treasures during renovation

SLIS alumnus Henry Fulmer is overseeing the moving of millions of documents, mementoes and art works while the South Caroliniana Library is being refurbished.

Not your average internship

Jackie Kilby is glad she was on the library school's listserv. One email blast contained information that sent her halfway around the world to practice her craft.

A mover and shaker

Armed with only a laptop and one remarkable vision, Susan Lyon led the digital information movement at Richland Library into the 21st Century.

Davis College's historic restoration

Maintaining authenticity without compromising usefulness has been the mantra of the stabilization and renovation of one of the oldest buildings on campus.

BP donates $25,000 to Cocky's Reading Express

Cocky's Reading Express has received a $25,000 donation to help Carolina students and the university mascot travel the state to spread the love of books and reading.

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