The Communications Office fulfills several key functions and provides services to Libraries staff. We can help you with the following kinds of projects:
- creating and implementing marketing and promotional plans for events, programs and services at the Libraries;
- working to attract audiences to events and programs;
- working with the MU News Bureau to garner coverage of Libraries events, programs, and services;
- designing print and electronic publications (brochures, posters, postcards, web sites, and other publications) to support and promote Libraries events, programs, and services; and
- writing and editing text for publications (print and online).
Who We Are
Shannon Cary , Communications Director (573-882-4701; carysn@missouri.edu)overall strategic direction; marketing planning; writing and editing; media relations; first point of contact for all communications needs.
Communications Advisory Group
The group's primary objectives are:
- To undertake activities that establish a clear and positive image of the libraries in the university community;
- To build an internal marketing culture by keeping staff informed of marketing activities and goals and by encouraging staff to participate and contribute ideas for marketing endeavors; and
- To establish a consistency in communication methods and style by providing advice and coordinating the planning, development and production of promotional products, events and activities for the libraries.
- Goodie Bhullar, Ellis Reference
- Michaelle Dorsey, Acquisitions
- Rebecca Graves, Health Sciences Library Information Services
Communications, Marketing, and Public Relations Task Force, 2005-2006
- The Task Force was charged with developing and implementing a comprehensive and long-range marketing plan for the MU Libraries.
Resources for Staff
- Media Contact Information
- MU Libraries Logo and Slogan
- Promotion Guide
- Marketing MU Libraries Power Point Presentation (January 2008)
Promotional Materials
Last updated: Dec 7, 2007