COI Change Makers: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

Built For Change Makers In The Making

Some were born to take a different path, do something big, something that could make a difference in the modern world—advance humankind, protect the planet, revolutionize an industry, progress equality, enhance communication, or improve businesses and communities.

And they all started right where you are. A change maker in the making who wants to turn what they care about into something meaningful and inspiring. Who wants to explore the world through a different lens. Experiment with the ideas, thinkers and technologies powering the future.

What Is Informatics: The Modern Layer

Information, data and communication are transforming every industry, every relationship and are the catalysts behind most every innovation of the modern world. The College of Informatics was built for students like you who want something more, something different from the norm. It’s a place for you to explore your interests and different areas of study, and learn how to turn information into new knowledge, tools, processes and inventions that impact every aspect of our lives. It’s a place where you’ll have the freedom to pave your own path, build your own unique set of skills and take them, and your future, to the next level. View a full list of majors and programs at nku.edu/coi-programs.

areas of Study

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School of Computing and Analytics

Applied Software Engineering
Business Information Systems
Computer Information Technology
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Data Science
Health Informatics
Library Informatics

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School of Media and Communication

3D Digital Design & VFX
Communication Studies
Electronic Media & Broadcasting
Health Communication
Journalism
Public Relations

NKU offers scholarships that signify our commitment to international students and expresses our strong desire to diversify the university population.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Global Ambassadors program is a great way to explore the many facets of NKU, meet other students and get involved in the many opportunities around campus.

GLOBAL AMBASSADORS

For high achieving students, the Honors College provides challenging classes, enhanced extra-curricular experiences, and professional development opportunities.

HONORS COLLEGE

Alum Stories

During my time at the COI, I had the opportunity to be involved with some unique organizations and internships where I gained a lot of experience and was able to grow at my own pace. Working with real-time deadlines at The Northerner, NKU’s student newspaper, definitely helped me feel confident in my current role in delivering quality work in a time crunch.

Sierra Newton
Digital Content Producer at LEX 18
Major(s): Journalism and Electronic Media & Broadcasting
Graduated: Spring 2020

The knowledge, tools and experiences I gained from the COI gave me the confidence to pursue a role and an industry I’m passionate about. Learning how to think like a technically-minded individual prepared me for navigating the complex aviation industry while working for a company at the cutting edge of innovation.

Griffin Goepper
Member of GE Aviation’s Digital Technology Leadership Program
Major(s): Business Information Systems
Minor(s): Business
Graduated: Fall 2020

With so many course options to pick from at the COI, I was able to learn and experiment with a little bit of everything in the technology stack, which has helped me excel at my current career. I love working in the tech field because it gives me the opportunity to continue exploring and growing every day.

Aubrey Roth
Software Developer Consultant at Callibrity
Major(s): Computer Science and Mathematics
Minor(s): Honors
Graduated: Spring 2017

I was a non-traditional student, who returned to school after several years to pursue my interests in cybersecurity. The COI provided many opportunities throughout my journey that positioned me to not only make a difference in the industry today, but to also create a learning environment for the cybersecurity professionals of tomorrow to thrive.

Cynthia Thomas
Lecturer of Cybersecurity at NKU
Major(s): Computer Information Technology
Graduated: Summer 2011

Only at the College of Informatics

Here are a few things you can experience only at the College of Informatics:

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A 120-seat flexible digital event and classroom space with a 36 ft video wall and 8 “opera box” breakout rooms.

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The heart of our 3D Digital Design and VFX program with the latest digital design tools on state-of-the-art hardware.

Based on corporate security operations centers, home to cybersecurity classes and our award-winning cyber defense team.

Professional advisors and student peer coaches support your success from exploration to graduation.

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Get hands-on broadcast experience both in front of and behind that camera.

Co-ops and interns get valuable real-world experience working for a major company right here in our building.

This center is all about connecting students to special projects, professionalization opportunities, and careers.

TAKE A LOOK INSIDE GRIFFIN HALL

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