
Executive Director, Office of Communications
Jessica McBride, PhD
Dr. Jessica McBride is the Executive 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
Living with Bears in Connecticut: What You Need to Know
Bears are a growing presence in Connecticut, and while they’re an important part of our ecosystem, it's important to know how to safely share space
May 28, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
UConn Programs Support Turfgrass Sustainability
UConn’s turfgrass research and extension programs collaborate with industry partners to reduce environmental impacts and improve sustainability
May 20, 2025 | Combined Reports, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Wearable Technologies Power Study on Differences Between Treadmill, Outdoor Running on Injury Risk
With the advent of reliable wearable technologies, researchers captured data from runners outside the lab for better real-world results
May 19, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
CAHNR Commencement 2025: A Day of Pride, Celebration, and New Beginnings
Last weekend with friends, families, and faculty by their sides, over 600 CAHNR students turned their tassels and embarked on their next chapter
May 15, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD
Study Demonstrates Health Disparities in U.S. Territories
The study found that people living in Puerto Rico had the most disparities when compared to those residing in the 50 states
May 14, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn Equestrian Team Achieves Highest Points in Region
“I found my people and a true home. I’m just lucky to get to ride horses every week and be with such a great group of people."
May 9, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Rodney Butler, Ahead of CAHNR Commencement Speech, Reflects on Decades Spent Helping His Tribe
'Real success is pulling others in, lifting them up, working together, and having that shared success'
May 7, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
CAHNR Graduate Students Share Novel Work at Annual Research Forum
Organized by CAHNR's Office of Research, the event provides graduate students from across the College with an opportunity to showcase their work.
May 6, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD
CAHNR’s Class of 2025
Students from across CAHNR share memories from their time at UConn and their plans for the future
May 2, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD
UConn Launches New Equine Science and Management Major, Strengthening Connecticut’s Role in a Thriving Industry
Launching in fall 2026, the new major will meet student and industry demand
April 30, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD