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University Communications provides the University with a full suite of communication products, services and management.

How we work

No matter where you are at in your project, University Communications experts can help guide you to the best solution.

Plan

We work to understand your goal, audience, approval-process, budget and timeframe. We discuss quantities and distribution, and provide you with an initial estimate on production costs. Our planning, conception, writing and designing services are provided at no cost to you. We also make recommendations on which channels meet your communication needs.

Concept

Next, we take the information from above and develop concepts for you to review and choose from.

Design

We take the initial concept and develop it into a full-fledged communication piece. Whether your needs include a single medium or multiple media, we ensure your entire package reflects the tone you want to convey.

Review and Approval

We provide you with an opportunity to review the finished product and make adjustments if necessary. Once we receive your final approval, we ask you to confirm in writing the quantity and your acceptance of the work.

Implementation

Finally, we work with our vendors to make sure your end product meets expectations.

Who we are

John Austin, Senior Public Relations Specialist

Sandy Beaty, Executive Writer

Sarah Berlin, Designer

Amanda Bertholf, Editor/Project Manager

Patty Cahill, General Manager, KCUR

Jason Courtney, Designer

Jennifer Fultz, Administrative Assistant

Wandra Green, Associate Director, Public Relations

Alia Herrman, Web Manager

David Keeter, Designer

Maurine Kierl, Account Manager

John Martellaro, Director, Public Relations

Pat McSparin, Editor/Project Manager

Sarah Morris, Assistant Vice Chancellor, Marketing and Communications

Beth Mussmann, Coordinator, Web Communications

Jami Parkison, Executive Writer

Terry Raumschuh, Designer

Erick Schmidt, Editor/Project Manager

Anne Hartung Spenner, Vice Chancellor, Marketing and Communications

Kim West, Marketing Manager

John Whiteman, Director, Creative Services

Deanna Yesko, Designer

                   

 

 

Resources

Creative Services team assignments

Public Relations team assignments

 

Questions?

Phone: 816-235-1594
Relay Missouri:1-800-735-2966
Fax: 816-235-5189
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