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What we do....

University Communications is responsible for all of UMKC's official communications.

Our award-winning staff has expertise and experience from all sectors of the communications field: advertising, public relations, marketing, graphic arts, audio/video, photography, journalism, speech writing, copywriting, broadcasting and Web design and coordination.

University Communications is comprised of six divisions.

 

Creative Services

Creative Services is a service and support team for UMKC's divisions, departments and academic units. Our project managers, writers, editors, designers and photographers coordinate and prepare brochures, posters, advertisements, newsletters, booklets, catalogs, magazines, invitations and a diverse array of traditional and custom-printed materials. We also produce audio-visual and electronic projects. We will help you implement UMKC brand guidelines and navigate through mailing and postage requirements and the state's competitive bid requirements. Our knowledge of vendors and sources for various communications services can save you staff time and money.

We publish Perspectives, the news magazine of UMKC and we post the Announcements electronic bulletin service to all UMKC faculty, staff and students via their University e-mail accounts. For more information, please call (816) 235-1594.

 

Electronic Communications

Electronic Communications maintains and coordinates UMKC's official University wide Web sites. We work to ensure a fresh and connected look for all University-related electronic pages through site development, templates, surveys, polls, e-mails, screen savers, discussion boards and custom applications.   We assist with the online image library and offer consulting advice to all University departments and divisions. This division has system support from UMKC's Information Services and Creative Services personnel. To report a problem or learn more about Electronic Communications, call (816) 235-1445.

 

Executive Writing

Our Executive Writers provide research, writing and coordination for executive-level UMKC personnel. Our projects include speeches, presentations, announcements, analytical writing, non-scholarly articles and letters. Contact Jami Parkison at (816) 235-6678, or Sandy Beaty at (816) 235-6679, to find out more about the services offered.

 

KCUR-FM 89.3

KCUR-FM 89.3 is UMKC's public radio station. It provides high-quality news, information and entertainment service in a non-commercial environment. KCUR-FM 89.3, is Kansas City's National Public Radio outlet and is a source for diverse local programming. The station has garnered prestigious awards for its reporting, program production and arts and culture coverage.  For more information, please call (816) 235-1551.

 

Marketing and Media Services

Marketing and Media Services has the responsibility for  promoting and strengthening the University’s reputation and image through the following:

  • Developing, implementing and managing University-wide marketing and branding campaigns.

  • Ensuring alignment of UMKC brand standards with other communications and marketing activities.

  • Serving as consultant to marketing and advertising efforts and activities of UMKC departments, divisions and academic units.

  • Partnering with Electronic Communications to consult, coordinate and review University wide Web-related initiatives and policies.

  • Identifying sponsorship or co-marketing opportunities and assisting in development and evaluation of promotional partnerships.

  • Collecting and sharing current and trend data on the public’s general impressions of the University, and suggesting communications

          implications.
    For more information, please call (816) 235-1574
     

    Public Relations

    The Public Relations specialists develop and implement comprehensive communications programs that include both internal and external strategies to create awareness of UMKC's successes. Relationships are developed with reporters and editors at local, state and national media outlets to advance UMKC, as well as with external constituents who have a vested interest in the University. Our team also provides media training (one-on-one and group) and crisis communications counsel. For more information, please call (816) 235-1576.

     

    Contact Us

    John Allen Director, Public Relations

    Patty Cahill General Manager, KCUR-FM 89.3 Station

    Kristen Hellstrom  Executive Assistant

    Alia Herrman Interim Manager, Electronic Communications

    Sarah Morris Assistant Vice Chancellor, University Communications
    Beth Mussmann Executive Assistant to Asst. VC

    John Verssue Manager, Marketing & Media Services

    John Whiteman Director, Creative Services

     

    Official Mailing Address (U.S. Postal Service)
    300C Administrative Center
    5100 Rockhill Road
    Kansas City, MO 64110-2499

    Shipping Address (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
    300C Administrative Center
    5115 Oak St.
    Kansas City, MO 64112

    Phone: (816) 235-1576
    Relay Missouri: 1-800-735-2966 (TT)

     or
    (800) 735-2466 (Voice)

    Fax: (816) 235-5189