Communication Blog
Six common AP Style mistakes
Depending on the type of communication, the University uses AP Style or Chicago Style. Do you make any of these AP Style mistakes?
Thoughts on sexist language
Communicators strive to avoid sexism, but sometimes it crops up anyway. Here are some observations and musings on the subject.
Accessibility Ambassadors: Accessible Slides
Get tips on how to create, test, and deliver presentations that are accessible, inclusive, and engaging.
Newsletter best practices (reposted from archive)
When you send an email newsletter, you have a second or two to grab your readers’ attention before they scroll past it or, even worse, hit "delete." Check out the following best practices to help your newsletters get noticed.
Brand Update
Sharing important updates and reminders regarding the University of Minnesota Brand.
Accessibility Ambassadors: PDFs, RTFs, and BRFs, Oh My!
This month we’ll learn about document conversion services from the Disability Resource Center.
Global internal communication trends for 2022
Explore highlights from a 2022 global survey, detailing the top trends, challenges, goals and more for internal communications.
Accessibility Ambassadors: Website Accessibility Auditing
This month we talk about automated and manual accessibility checking and why overlays are not the solution.
Adding and Updating Google My Business (Maps) Locations on the Twin Cities Campus
Action requested: Optimize your search results when you claim ownership of your Twin Cities department, building, or college as part of the University's Google My Business account.
Google Doc Templates Updated
All University of Minnesota Google Doc templates have been updated for every campus.