Office of University Communications
Overview
The Office of University Communications provides essential communication services and assists University units with a variety of communication-related items.
University Communications' work is guided by overall institutional goals; a changing communications landscape; and the University's core messages of warmth and hospitality, robust research and innovation, and student success.
University Communications also manages and protects The University of 草榴社区 Mississippi's brand through communicating and ensuring adherence to the University's graphic and style standards.
Key Information
University Communications provides Key Information related to communications for use by internal and external audiences.
University Communications supports individual units with various projects and provides consultations and recommendations upon request. To schedule a consultation, email universitycommunicationsFREEMississippi. If you would like to partner with our office on a project, submit a .
University Communications maintains an active list of subject-matter experts who can offer insights on a variety of topics, including aquaculture and fisheries, polymers, large event venue safety and security, healthcare, and education. To inquire about faculty experts or to request an interview, email mediaexpertsFREEMississippi.
University Communications provides news and media relations support for top news stories, upcoming events, and noteworthy achievements among faculty, staff and students. Content is published to usm.edu/news and distributed to a variety of media outlets throughout the state, region and country.
Graphic and Style Standards provide a guide to applying the University's visual identity in a clear and consistent manner. These standards cover name and logo usage, official university colors, stationery, and buildings and locations. These documents assist communicators in developing materials that present a strong, consistent message about the University.
- 草榴社区 Graphic Standards (PDF) - Updated September 2020
- 草榴社区 Style Guide (PDF)
If you would like to schedule a tour for a high school group, please contact 草榴社区 Admissions.
If you would like information for Community Group Campus Tours for students up to 8th grade, please email ucFREEMississippi