University Relations

The mission of the Office of University Relations is to advance the goals of the university by strengthening awareness, engagement and support among constituents vital to the university’s success.

Our goals include:

• building connections between the university and its constituents;
• enhancing the image, reputation and visibility of the university;
• fostering public awareness, understanding, trust, and appreciation of the university, its people and programs;
• instilling pride, preference and ownership of the university;
• and inspiring support (including involvement, advocacy and financial support).

The University Relations organization is comprised of three functions/departments:

• University Marketing
• University Communication
• Web Team

Address

University of Houston
125 E. Cullen
Houston, Texas 77204-2046

Contact Information

Phone: (713) 743-0945
Fax: (713)-743-8185
E-mail: dhobbs@uh.edu

Office Leadership

Karen Clarke
Associate Vice Chancellor/Associate Vice President for University Relations
713-743-0945

Eric Gerber
Executive Director/Communication
713-743-8189

Richard Bonnin
Executive Director of Media Relations
713-743-8155

John Schwartz
Executive Director of Marketing & Branding
713-743-1138

Liz Stephens
Director of University Marketing
713-743-8383

Shawn Lindsey
Director of Media Relations
713-743-5725