James Floss, Lecturer in the Department of Communication was recognized by the HSU Library on December 8th "for a quarter century of teaching service, including the incorporation of library information in Communication Studies. His dedication inspired many students to be life-long library users and supporters and to pursue advanced academic work, according to Dr. Ray Wang, Dean of the University Library. An accomplished actor, Professor Floss is also remembered for his excellent performance in the one-man show 'Time Machine,' Dr. Wang said. He added, 'In recognizing Professor Floss, we want to let people know that the Library remembers friends who have helped us in the past'" (Paul Mann, Humboldt State Now, http://now.humboldt.edu/news/library-honors-distinguished-faculty/).

Ashley Norgart won the department award for Outstanding Academic Achievement.

Ross Mackinney joined the faculty as a Part-Time lecturer, teaching sections of COMM 100.

Tasha Souza was appointed Faculty Development Coordinatorby President Richmond. She will develop workshops and programs to help faculty become better instructors at HSU.

Laura Hahn was named a University ombudsperson by President Richmond, which means now both Ombudspersons are faculty in the Department of Communication.

The Communication Club announced the election of officers for 2007-2008. They are:

• President: Ryan Guy
• Vice President: Tricia Manzo
• Student Representatives: Ryan Guy and Courtnie Thomas
  

Outstanding Communication students were recognized at the end of the year party on April 28th. The following awards were announced:

• Student Representatives to the Executive Committee: Stephanie Petersen, Mike Meador, Ryan Guy, and Reggie Sherman
• Tutoring: Travis Bartosh and Jennifer Maksim
• Supportive Spirit Award for the student who displays a positive attitude and supports the program and other students: Ashley Norgart
• April Richardson was named the Most Valuable Person for Forensics.
• Emerging Scholar Award for the graduating senior who shows the most promise for success in graduate school: Carmen Davis
• Outstanding Communicator for the student who demonstrates superior communication abilities in both public speaking and interpersonal/small group contexts: Annemarie D'Amore
• New Lambda Pi Eta national communication honorary members: Sunny Augustine, Kayleigh Jane Azevedo, Lynee Beringuel, Dee Graham, Ruthie Maloney, Kailey R. Morse, Stephanie Petersen, Brad Thompson

The Communication department was well represented again at the 2006-2007 HSU Outstanding Students Awards. Kevin Johnson was the winner for Excellence in Intercollegiate Athletics and Sports Clubs after helping lead the men's basketball team to a 26-4 record and a number-one ranking going into the Division II West Region Championships. He was also voted the CCAA Player of the Year. Laura McNaughton was nominated for Outstanding Contribution to residence halls. In addition to the students three faculty were nominated for the Outstanding Advisor awards by the students in the programs they supervise. They were Allen Amundsen for the Communication Club, Diane Smith-Young for the Campus Recycling Club and Maxwell Schnurer for AWARE . Greg Young was also named the Outstanding Faculty Member by the Disabled Student Services. Both Diane Smith-Young and Greg Young are graduates of the HSU Communication Department.

Senior Communication major Ruthie Maloney was racognized for Excellence in Community Service by the Indian Teacher and Educational Personnel Program in the College of Professional Studies.

Dr. Scott Paynton was named the HSU ombudsperson by President Richmond.

Dr. Hershel Mack retired at the end of the Spring 2006 semester.

The following department student recognitions for 2005-2006 were announced at the annual end of the year party (5/4/06).
xxxxxStudent Representatives to the Executive Committee: Kat Blaisdell, and Brian Paine
xxxxxTutoring: Janelle Blakely
xxxxxKarshner Memorial Scholarship:  Nate Saari
xxxxxSupportive Spirit Award: Ruthie Maloney
xxxxxEmerging Scholar Award: Amanda Stevens
xxxxxOutstanding Communicator: Stephanie Petersen
xxxxxAcademic Achievement:  Carmen Davis
xxxxxLambda Pi Eta members: Amy Brewer, Elise Holland, Brandi Miller, Laura Salerno, Amanda Stevens, and Tina Whiting

Communication students were well represented at the 2005-2006 HSU Outstanding Students Awards. Nicole Alvarado received the award for Outstanding Contribution to an Associated Students Program and Kat Blaisdell received the award for Outstanding Contribution to a Club, Program or Organization.  Kevin Johnson was nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Athletics, and Myra O'Neill was nominated for Outstanding Contribution to a Club, Program or Organization. (5/3/06)

A.S. President and Communication Major Nicole Alvarado was one of 24 men and women selected to be a Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellow in Washington, DC next year. Over 400 people applied and Nicole was one of the 24 selected. Also, Nicole represents the only Fellow selected from a state university.
xxxx The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship, a project of the Congressional Hunger Center, is a unique leadership development opportunity for motivated individuals seeking to make a difference in the struggle to eliminate hunger and poverty.  Each year 24 participants are selected for this twelve-month program. Fellows are placed for six months with urban and rural community-based organizations all over the country involved in fighting hunger at the local level, such as food banks, economic development agencies, local advocacy groups and faith-based organizations. They then move to Washington, DC to complete the year with six months of work at national organizations involved in the anti-hunger and poverty movement, including national advocacy organizations, think tanks, and federal agencies. Through this unique program, the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program develops effective leaders with a deep understanding of hunger and poverty at both the local and national level that enables them to find innovative solutions and create the political will to end hunger.  (4/24/06)

Dr. Steven Best will deliver a lecture on Crisis and the Crossroads of History: The Need for a Radicalized Citizenry April 11th at 6 p.m. in Founders 169.  For more information download the pdf document here.

The special COMM 495 class offering credit for attending the Western States Communication Association convention will be offered again in Spring 2006. Learn more about it here.

Dr. Maxwell Schnurer joined the faculty in a tenure-track position. (8/17/05)

Dr. Laura Hahn was awarded tenure and promoted to the rank of Associate Professor and Dr. Michael Bruner was awarded tenure and promoted to the rank of Professor. (5/5/05)

The following department student recognitions for 2004-2005 were announced at the annual end of the year party (5/5/05).
xxxxxStudent Representatives to the Executive Committee: Ian Hambleton, Erin Miedema, and Tina Whiting
xxxxxTutoring: Nichole Vandenakker
xxxxxSupportive Spirit Award: Tina Whiting
xxxxxEmerging Scholar Award: Erin Miedema
xxxxxOutstanding Communicator: Kat Blaisdell
xxxxxLambda Pi Eta members: Katie August, Nita George, Ian Hambleton and Herbie Smith

Communication students were well represented at the 2004-2005 HSU Outstanding Students Awards. Erin Miedema was named HSU Woman of the Year, the highest honor for an HSU student, and was nominated for the Brian Lorensen Living Group Advisor Award. Nicole Alvarado received the award for Outstanding Contribution to an Associated Students Program and was nominated for Excellence in an Academic Discipline. Brandi Miller and Hannah Sage were both nominated for the award for Outstanding Contribution to a Campus Club, Program or Organization. (4/27/05)

Nicole Alvarado was elected President of the HSU Associated Students Body. (4/21/05)

Kim Moon joined the department as the new Academic Support Coordinator. (3/14/05)

Allen Amundsen joined the faculty as a lecturer and Assistant Director of Forensics. (1/05)

Teri Bronder-Lewis moved to the Department of Human Resources. She is temporarily replaced by Barbara Thompson . (1/05)

Dr. Armeda Reitzel won the D. Scott Enright Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languags Interest Section Service Award for 2005. (12/9/04)

Dr. Julie Yingling retired. (7/1/04)

Six Communication majors were initiated into Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. They are: Andrea Casey, Jenny Farrell, Angelina Paolello, Michael Sisco, Beryl Vasick, and Jeanette Winters. Omicron Delta Kappa is very selective, and only twenty-three students in the entire university were accepted for membership. (4/6/04)

Dr. Tasha Souza and Dr. Scott Paynton were both awarded tenure and promoted to Associate Professor. (5/6/04)

Communication students were well represented as HSU Outstanding Students. Jenny Farrell was presented with the Award for Excellence in an Academic Discipline for the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Kat Blaisdell was honored for Outstanding Contribution to a Campus Club, Program or Organization. David Bracamontes was nominated for the Al Elpusan Award for Activism. Elana Babiarz was nominated for Excellence in an Academic Discipline. Lisa Hand was nominated for Oustanding Contribution to an Associated Students Program. (4/28/04)

There is a new Communication Research Guide at HSU Library, with a link to the new Communication and Mass Media Complete database. See it here. (3/11/04)

There is a new book coming out by Dr. Julie Yingling: A Lifetime of Communication. Find out more here. (3/11/04)

Critical Thinking and Everyday Argument is a new book by Dr. Jay VerLinden that is coming out soon. Find out more here. (3/11/04)