Communication Blog

UR Seeks Commencement Communications Information

April 5, 2019

University Relations seeks 2019 college commencement dates, times, and speakers, plus tips on interesting stories that could hold broad media appeal.

Announcements

DIY Accessibility Brunch ‘n’ Learn: Mobile Testing for Accessibility

April 4, 2019

Join the Accessibility Ambassadors on Thursday, April 25 for a presentation and discussion about mobile testing by accessibility ambassador Amy Drayer from UMN Libraries.

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accessibility

Media Relations

New Communications Tool: “Talking ... with UMN”

Five Questions with an Expert

March 29, 2019

The Public Relations team in University Relations has launched a new external communications tool called “Talking ... with UMN.”

Media Relations

Local TV News: Can You Put Me Through to Jeff Glor?

Local television affiliates’ regional and national relationships

March 14, 2019

A look at how television news stations are interconnected—nationally, regionally and locally.

Web

Folwell Theme is Available; Website Launches

March 8, 2019

The Folwell web theme is now available for use in University Drupal 8 websites. The theme is included in Enterprise Drupal 8, and the multi-platform components are available in the updated Pattern Library for development outside of Drupal.

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Tips for Talking Science with Reporters

March 8, 2019

How to best communicate about your research with the media.

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Media Relations

AP Style: Why We Use It

March 4, 2019

AP style varies significantly from academic writing.

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press releases

Announcements

DIY Accessibility Lunch ‘n’ Learn: Intro to Accessibility

March 4, 2019

Join the Accessibility Ambassadors on Tuesday, March 26 for a presentation and discussion about accessibility basics by accessibility ambassador Jenn Czeck from LATIS.

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