College of Liberal Arts congratulates four Distinguished Alumni Award winners

The 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award program has honored four liberal arts alumni at the college and university level. Here are this year’s recipients.
William E. Morgan Alumni Achievement Award: Kathleen Pitre
Jim & Nadine Henry Award: Gary and Joni Ozzello
College of Liberal Arts Honor Alumnus Award: Joe Conrad

Journalism professor and Fulbright fellow Rosa Martey explores how AI steers user interactions

While studying chatbot use at the University of Bergen, Rosa Martey discovered that many users felt AI tools were subtly shaping their choices. Her Fulbright research at the Center for Digital Narrative explores how people can better understand and reclaim agency in those interactions.

Communications campaign aims to help Florida boaters avoid sea turtles

Researchers from Colorado State University and Florida State University have joined forces with other organizations in Florida to launch a conservation outreach campaign, Boaters for Turtles, to reach Florida boaters and raise awareness about the need to slow down to avoid hitting sea turtles while enjoying time on the water.

Journalism and Media Communications Assistant Professor Yeunjae Lee publishes guide to best-practice CEO communication

Yeunjae Lee, assistant professor in the department of Journalism and Media Communications, published a research-informed guide intended to help chief executive officers and their teams develop and maintain best-practice communication strategies and practices.