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

Group of volunteers and local agribusinesses meeting at a cafe

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

A visitor to Auerfarm in Bloomfield, whose executive director, Erica Hearn '86, says UConn gave her the tools to succeed in her chosen field.

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

Breastfeeding mother and infant with formula in the foreground

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

Protest sign about climate change

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

Amelia Magistrali, UConn Extension’s associate educator in soil health (Kara Bonsack/UConn Photo)

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

Chief of Staff Michelle Williams (left), CAHNR Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education Kumar Venkitanarayanan (center), and Head of the Department of Pathobiology and Veterinary Science Paulo Verardi (right)

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

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 Student speaks with donor

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