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Life doesn't stop when you go back to school.
Nick Hill knows that better than most.
As a police investigator and father of three, flexibility wasn't a preference, it was a requirement.

CIC's fully online, asynchronous MS in information security and cyber leadership made it possible. No set class times. No commuting. Just real skills, real credentials and a degree that works around your life. by @uofsc_cic

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Alumni Highlight 🤙 :

This week's spotlight is Alexandra Johnson ('25), a sports media graduate who is currently working as a seasonal social media associate at the Seattle Mariners.

Johnson says her CIC experience with gave her the confidence and real-world experience to launch her career in sports media. Through her internship with Gamecock Athletics, she applied classroom lessons to live game-day coverage, developed social media strategies and built lasting connections with classmates and mentors who made work and school feel like family.

Now in her first post-graduation role, she continues to rely on the skills she developed in the CIC, from graphic design techniques learned in Professor Van Kornegay's classes to creative storytelling, strategy and strong communication that continue to shape her work every day.

One of her favorite memories is working the 2024 Gamecock football game against Texas A&M, when months of planning, live coverage and teamwork culminated in an unforgettable night both on social media and on the field. College of Information and Communications alumni Alexandra Johnson at her current role with the Seattle Mariners. by @uofsc_cic

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We invited one of the Horseshoe squirrels to make a prediction on the World Cup Final... by @uofsc_cic

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Alumni Highlight 🤙 :

We are so excited to spotlight College of Information and Communications alumna Sarah Gilliland ('01), an MLIS graduate working as a senior policy manager, New Practice Lab at New America.

Gilliland credits her USC education with preparing her to build a career centered on serving people and communities. Whether working in public libraries or shaping policy, she says the ability to listen, ask thoughtful questions and understand people's needs has remained one of the most valuable skills she developed during her time at the university.

One of her favorite memories is Dr. Charles "Chuck" Curran's information literacy class, where students analyzed Oliver Stone's "JFK" using source materials of varying quality. The experience left a lasting impression and helped strengthen the critical thinking skills that continue to guide her work today.

This photo shows Gilliland in her last role in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Sarah Gilliland, 2001 MLIS graduate

Senior policy manager, new practice lab at New America. by @uofsc_cic

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Each summer, we send a group of students to Barcelona, Spain, through our low-cost study abroad program. Students are able to take two classes while also learning about a new culture firsthand.

Public relations faculty member Amy Coward shared this: “The Barcelona Experience was a magical month of exploring this beautiful city and enjoying all it had to offer with 69 fabulous students from the CIC. New friends, new experiences and memories for a lifetime!” Group of students with stone building in background by @uofsc_cic

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The time has come! Applications are officially open to become one of our CreateAthon@USC nonprofit partners.

During this 24-hour creative marathon, USC students collaborate to build strategic communication campaigns and marketing materials tailored to your organization's needs. You'll receive valuable creative resources at no cost while helping students gain hands-on experience working with real clients.

Don't miss the chance to help amplify your organization's mission. Apply today with the link in our bio! Graphic that reads:
CreateAthon@USC
Nonprofit applications are now open!

Words are over top of an image of a student presenting her designs from CreateAthon@USC. by @uofsc_cic

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Happy Fourth of July from the College of Information and Communications!

Our offices are closed July 3 and will reopen on Friday, July 6. Happy Fourth of July by @uofsc_cic

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This Fourth of July hundreds of thousands of Americans will head to the ballpark for baseball and fireworks. Rising senior Sarah Muñoz, a public relations major, is spending her entire summer at Citi Field.

Muñoz is interning with the New York Mets communications team, a position she learned about through the CIC Mentorship Match program.

CIC alumna Kayla Pace, ’18 broadcast journalism, is a social media content creator for the Mets and has been a mentor for Muñoz.

Pace says, "Sarah is so deserving of this opportunity, and I get to be in the office with her every day as she learns and grows — it’s enabled me to be a better mentor, getting to be a friendly face in a challenging new environment in real time."

Muñoz has gained hands-on experience in media relations and game-day communications while building the professional skills and connections that will help launch her career in sports communications.

"The experience has helped me strengthen my communication and professional networking skills while learning how a professional sports organization operates behind the scenes," Muñoz says.

Congratulations, Sarah! We're proud of you and can't wait to see where your career takes you next. Sarah Munoz and her mentor Kayla Pace at NY Mets stadium Citi Field. by @uofsc_cic

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We said what we said.

The skills that make great communicators aren't about memorizing the right words for the right moment. They're about developing the judgment to know what the moment actually calls for. That's what we're teaching at CIC. by @uofsc_cic

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Congratulations to CIC junior Eliza Rose Newton on her summer internship with People Inc. in New York City.

From supporting corporate communications and PR initiatives to building connections across the media industry, Eliza is gaining invaluable hands-on experience while pursuing her passion for public relations.

"I thrive in the fast-paced environment of New York City, where ideas move quickly and exciting opportunities are constantly emerging,” says Eliza. "This internship has reinforced my career goals and strengthened my desire to build a future in the media and communications industry."

We're proud to see where this opportunity is taking her. Congratulations, Eliza! Eliza Rose Newton who is interning at People Inc. in NYC. by @uofsc_cic

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Your passion for sports + your love of storytelling = a career you actually want.

Kevin Hull, Sports Media Lead, puts it simply: if you love sports and creating content, this program is for you. by @uofsc_cic

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