The first steps to your college adventure
The Future Leaders in Communication and Information (FLCI) is an immersive program that introduces high school students to the exciting fields of communication and information through workshops with university faculty and staff.
This year’s FLCI program is June 2–5 on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, campus. Applications close April 10, 2026.
Shining a light on the wide world of communication and information careers
Future Leaders in Communication and Information (FLCI)—sponsored by the Division of Access and Engagement—is an immersive three-day summer program that introduces talented rising high school juniors and seniors to the various disciplines and career pathways within communication and information.
During the three-day camp, students attend hands-on workshops in journalism and media; advertising and public relations; communication studies, information sciences, and leadership development taught by university faculty and staff.
Students also engage with each other through team-based projects, participate in college readiness workshops, and connect with professionals in the field of communication and information through exposure to industry leaders. These activities help students complete a comprehensive team project and showcase their work to university staff and faculty at the end of the program.
Future Leaders in Information & Communication
Learning Outcomes
- Students learn about undergraduate communication and information majors by participating in hands-on learning with university faculty and staff.
- Students complete team-based projects where they design a campaign based on the four schools within the College of Communication and Information.
- Students participate in career exploration activities to learn about career opportunities across various public and private industries.
- Students interact with diverse industry leaders from the fields of communication and information.
- Students participate in college-readiness sessions and leadership development through workshops and group activities to help prepare for their future academic and career journey.