Purpose:

To work as a group to keep lines of communication open about events and news in Administration and Finance; A&F Communicators should contribute news, features, calendar items and communications for the A&F monthly newsletter and the websites to keep the UH community up to date and informed; Maintain transparency of division and offer collaboration/partnerships throughout the division.

Methods of communication:

Press releases, email blasts (RightNow), social media (Facebook, Twitter, You Tube), website (banners, news items, photos), A&F week ahead email distribution, A&F Focus Newsletter, signage, UH Digest/UH Today, Daily Cougar, PIER, blogs, list servs, Hofheinz Pavilion electronic billboard

Beat assignments for each department:

Communications representative for each “beat” (department) will be responsible for writing/submitting communications about upcoming news and events to keep the UH community aware and maintain transparency of A&F

Tips for staying informed in your department:

1) Look for departmental enhancements and efficiencies

2) Look for individuals that have interesting life stories or experiences that should be recognized

3) Upcoming events/programs/services

4) Reach out to managers and administrators in your area and ask what projects they are working on for the next six months

Submission Procedure:

1) Email press release to Richard Zagrzecki for proofreading

2) Richard will work with Loraine Crutchfield for posting to A&F website

*A&F Newsletter articles – due last business day of each month