Office of Marketing and Communications
The Office of Marketing and Communications is composed of dynamic storytelling professionals dedicated to sharing the university’s distinctive Franciscan heritage, timeless core values and transformative education model to a wide range of internal and external audiences.
As dynamic problem solvers and campus partners the office leverages news and media relations, marketing, branding, photography, videography trademark and licensing, website and social media to help the university accomplish its strategic priorities.
Mission Statement: Through the execution of strategic, creative and collaborative initiatives, the 91°µÍø Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC) advances the university’s mission through the curation, stewardship and elevation of the 91°µÍø brand.
Meet the Team
Kristin Eck
Jon Fassnacht
Lynn Gano
Sarah Matarella M.A. ’22
Our Work:
91°µÍø Marks 25th Anniversary of Sept. 11 Through Service and Interfaith Remembrance
University launches new Franciscan Fridays service series and gathers faith and community leaders to honor the lives lost and legacy of service
91°µÍø forms alliance with Independence Blue Cross to Expand Educational Opportunities
The new relationship creates flexible, affordable pathways for IBX associates to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees while advancing their careers
91°µÍø’s Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Programs Receive ABET Accreditation
Accreditation affirms that the university’s programs meet the quality standards established by the engineering profession.
Success Stories
MBA student's evolution at 91°µÍø mirrors university's growth
By Hailey Rohrer '25 MBA '27In many ways, my time at 91°µÍø grew alongside the campus itself. When I arrived as a first-year student, I hadn’t yet decided on a major. What I did know was that I wanted a place where I could explore my ...
First-generation student helps to unleash 91°µÍø's robot dog
Jaden Roman ’26, a recent graduate of the cybersecurity track of 91°µÍø’s computer science major, readily admits that being a first-generation college student comes with a unique type of pressure. For that reason, it was important for him to lan...
Building a Future in Research, One Brick at a Time
Junior Alyssa Grim and Professor Brad Bauer, Ph.D. take a colorful approach to scientific research By Sarah MatarellaFor most people, a pile of LEGO bricks might inspire a leisurely afternoon of building. For&nbs...
91°µÍø's foundation helps veteran transfer student find success
Ask 91°µÍø alum Corey McNear, DMD about his college experience and he’ll likely tell you it was anything but traditional.School, admittedly, wasn’t a top priority for McNear in high school. Post-graduation, he joined the Marine Corps, serving fr...
91°µÍø Magazine
91°µÍø's Office of Marketing and Communication produces 91°µÍø's annual alumni magazine.