Director, Office of Communications
Jessica McBride, PhD
Dr. Jessica McBride is the Director of the Office of Communications at UConn's College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources. She is responsible for developing and implementing communications and marketing strategies to highlight the College's unique research strengths, outstanding academic offerings, and extensive community impact. An alum, Jessica earned her Ph.D. from UConn in 2017.
Author Archive
UConn Extension’s Mental Health First Aid Training Offers Hope and Support
Mental Health First Aid Training administered by UConn Extension provides Connecticut residents with skills to help someone in need and take care of themselves as well
January 24, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Loss of Physical Function Significant Factor in Hospital Readmission for Older Adults
The paper fills a gap in research, focusing on readmission risk due to physical functioning for adults over the age of 50
January 22, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Planting Knowledge, Cultivating Connections: A Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer Reflection
Through a unique volunteer program, UConn expertise is supporting ecotourism and agritourism in the Dominican Republic
January 17, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
COVID Increased Local Tourism to Agribusinesses Amid Labor Shortages
A recent study explored how the increased focus on local outdoor activities during the pandemic impacted Connecticut farms
January 16, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Formula Shortage Decreased Breastfeeding Disparities
A formula shortage during the COVID-19 pandemic created an experiment for the researchers to see if and how breastfeeding patterns change in response to the crisis
January 14, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natura Resources
UConn’s Korey Stringer Institute Joins 60+ Organizations in Supporting Federal Policy Agenda for Tackling Extreme Heat
The announcement comes as 2024 is officially declared hottest year on record; lingering effects of extreme heat fuel catastrophic wildfires in California
January 13, 2025 | Combined Reports
Improving Soil Health in Connecticut with a Systems Approach
The state of our soil has "been a wakeup call." UConn Extension educator Amelia Magistrali is helping protect and preserve this crucial resource across Connecticut
January 10, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
CAHNR Recognizes Research Success at Annual Event
The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources recognized the innovative work of faculty and the dedicated contribution of staff to CAHNR's research enterprise
January 5, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD
A Many-Horse Town: UConn Equine Program Offers Diverse Programming for Students, Community
UConn's equine program has a long legacy that continues to expand
December 19, 2024 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Building Community Through Nutrition: Dianisi Torres and UConn Extension’s Programs in Windham
"What motivates me is seeing the community gather, spend time together, and share knowledge, food, and resources”
December 11, 2024 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension