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 horses in the winter

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

Dianisi Torres portrait

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”

Fanny Hernandez, UConn Extension evaluations specialist

Evaluation Enhances UConn Extension’s Commitment to Serving Connecticut

Fanny Hernandez uses data and a culture of evaluation to ensure Connecticut residents receive quality programming that improves their quality of life

CAHNR Annual Scholars Celebration Brings Together Students, Donors, and Families

Over 130 students and their families joined donors and CAHNR administration to celebrate achievement, generosity, and community

Roman Shrestha, Michael Copenhaver, and Pablo Kokay Valente at UConn Waterbury.

Global and Local Impacts of HIV Research in CAHNR

In honor of World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, UConn Today is highlighting work from researchers in the Department of Allied Health Sciences who are playing a role in this continuing effort close to home and across the globe

Garden in fall

Ask UConn Extension: What Does my Garden Need this Winter?

Winter may be coming, but there's still time to get your garden in good shape for next year's growing season

Health Care Simulation Event Supports Career Outcomes

More than 100 students came together to learn how to use different kinds of medical equipment – a key skill for many jobs in healthcare – and hear from faculty and staff about their career paths

Man working in woodshop

From 4-H to Forestry: Diego Marks Continues His Family’s Legacy at UConn

'Leadership is definitely a big part of UConn 4-H, having to step in and help whenever. It’s helped me to take the first step in coming [to UConn] and to not be afraid.'

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Does Daylight Saving Time Actually Save? Research Shows Costs Outweigh Benefits

As we all prepare to "fall back," a UConn health and environment economist uses evidence-based research to inform policy

Aerial view of a mural of the Puerto Rican flag

From Policy to Action: Anna-Michelle McSorley Focuses on Health Equity for Latinos

McSorley's work goes beyond health policy to study political processes, potential political biases, and power dynamics