Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Sean T. Cortopassi
Published: | 1:31 pm | Posted in: Alumni News, News
Sean T. Cortopassi, Th.D. – an FSU alumnus (M.S. Political Science ’06) – recently published a 340-page Christian guidebook, The Way Ahead, through Redemption Press. Published on January 30, 2026, The Way Ahead reflects Dr. Cortopassi’s commitment to leadership, writing, and service. In addition to his work as an author, he serves as a Division Director at the Defense Manpower Data Cente r, supporting […]
Alumni Spotlight: Michelle Hollinger
Published: | 9:19 am | Posted in: Alumni News, News
Michelle Hollinger – a Florida State University alumna (B.S. Sociology ‘85) – has spent four decades building a career around strengthening communities through personal empowerment, from her early work in social services to the newsroom to her current role as founder and Chief Worthiness Officer of The Institute for Worthy Living.
Five COSSPP Alumni Honored in 2026 News Service of Florida’s 50 Over 50
Published: | 11:47 am | Posted in: Alumni News, News
This year, the News Service of Florida (NSFL) honored 5 Alumni from FSU’s College of Social Sciences and Public Policy (COSSPP) in their annual “50 Over 50” article, which was released on April 20.
FSU Sociologist Challenges Myths About College Majors and the Job Market
Published: | 12:41 pm | Posted in: Faculty/Staff, News
When students choose a college major, they’re often told the decision will make or break their career. A new book by Florida State University sociologist Corey Moss-Pech, Ph.D., says the reality is far more complicated, and more encouraging for liberal arts students than the headlines suggest.
Alumni Spotlight: Frank Sobczak
Published: | 12:28 pm | Posted in: Alumni News, News
Frank Sobczak – an FSU alumnus (B.S. Economics ’94) – was recently promoted to Area Vice President of Medical Devices at Abbott, where he has spent 22 years in leadership roles across the cardiovascular space.
Alumni Spotlight: Jami Kliner
Published: | 1:09 pm | Posted in: Alumni News, News, Students
Jami Kliner – an FSU alumna (B.S. Political Science ’25) and current Master of Public Administration (MPA) student at the Reubin O’D. Askew School of Public Administration and Policy – is making the most of COSSPP’s Combined Pathways program to fast-track her graduate education while building on more than 20 years of public service experience.
Student Spotlight: Analia Castellanos
Published: | 11:35 am | Posted in: News, Students
Analia Castellanos – a graduating undergraduate student pursuing a dual degree in international affairs and computer science with minors in economics and mathematics – was named COSSPP’s Undergraduate Humanitarian of the Year on March 2, 2026.
Alumni Spotlight: Elisabeth Duggar
Published: | 10:57 am | Posted in: Alumni News, News
Elisabeth Duggar – an FSU alumna (B.A. International Affairs ’25) – joined the 2025 Teach for America (TFA) corps and is currently completing her first year as a first grade teacher in the Washington, D.C., area where she empowers students through education.
Student Spotlight: Lissa Mann
Published: | 9:20 am | Posted in: News, Students
Lissa Mann – COSSPP alumna (’25 Political Science) and Master’s of Applied American Politics and Policy student – is balancing full-time graduate studies with a career in political communications, currently serving as a digital strategist at Media Designed to Win (MDW) Communications and as Director of Communications for the FSU MAAPP Association. The Master’s of […]
Student Spotlight: Brooke Martin
Published: | 12:51 pm | Posted in: News, Students
Brooke Martin – Master of Public Administration (MPA) student with FSU’s Reubin O’D. Askew School of Public Administration and Policy – recently received the Hoffman Public Service Award at the Gubernatorial Fellows Reception, held at the Governor’s Mansion on April 14, 2026.