Office of the Dean

Office of the Associate Dean for Research

The College of Communication and Information’s Research and Innovation Center (RIC), facilitates world-class research and innovative activities to find answers for information and communication problems organizations face. RIC focuses on supporting the diverse research talent of faculty, staff, and students within the college.

Office of Academic Affairs and Student Success

The Office of Academic Affairs and Student Success serves as a resource for both undergraduate and graduate students, coordinating services designed to support their academic journey on Rocky Top. Students can engage with multiple offices under our umbrella, including Undergraduate Programs and Advising, Graduate Programs, Professional Development, Online Programs, and Global Programs.

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Office of Undergraduate Programs and Advising

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Office of Graduate Programs

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Office of Professional Development

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Office of Online Programs

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Office of Global Programs

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Office of Advancement

The Office of Advancement works to create a culture of philanthropy in CCI, where everyone can light the way for future Volunteers through financial support. Investments from our alumni, friends, and corporate partners provide opportunities for our students through scholarships, innovative programs, and career-oriented experiences. It takes a Volunteer to keep CCI prepared for the next generation of thoughtful and innovative communicators.

Office of Communications and Marketing

The Office of Communications and Marketing enthusiastically promotes research, scholarship, and creative activity of the College of Communication and Information and its students, faculty, and staff to internal and external stakeholders through a variety of communications channels. Our collaborative team works closely with the college and its units to strategize and execute impactful communications that advance CCI’s objectives and align with the university’s key focus areas.

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Office of Finance, Administration, and Operations

The Office of Finance, Administration, and Operations (OFAO) is comprised of two units that are vital to the planning and execution of CCI’s mission, The Office of Finance, and Administration (OFA) and the Office of Information Technology and Facilities (CCI Tech). OFA provides budget, finance, compliance, human resource management, and other administrative support to the Office of the Dean and the other administrators across CCI. CCI Tech supports the physical technology and infrastructure in the classrooms, labs, and office areas of the college as well as supporting instruction and research software, websites, and other online channels of the college.

The Media Center