
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
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
Sustainability Takes Flight in UConn’s Poultry Science Courses
'We are aiming to educate the next generation workforce to understand that food production is important but at the same time it should not come at the cost of losing our planet'
April 28, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn Seniors Win Awards for Landscape Architecture Projects
'It’s very validating to all of the hard work I put into this project to have it recognized at a professional level by my peers'
April 16, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Physical Therapy Program Brings in High Schoolers to Learn About the Profession
"It is a positive recruitment opportunity for everyone involved and can eventually change lives.”
April 15, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Go Baby Go Provides Modified Cars for Children with Disabilities
With students and faculty from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and College of Engineering, Go Baby Go helps children and their families gain independence and have fun
April 15, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Research Discovers Migraine Sufferers’ Brains Respond Differently to Visual Stimulation
A new study uncovers answers about the brains of people who experience migraines and other types of headaches
April 2, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Strengthening Connecticut Farms with Risk Management Training and Tools
“Whether it’s an online course, an app, or direct conversations, farmers benefit from a multi-faceted approach to managing risk."
April 1, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
CAHNR Celebrates Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Community Engagement
Members of the CAHNR community came together March 26, 2025 to recognize the contributions of distinguished alumni, faculty, students, staff, and supporters.
March 28, 2025 | Jessica McBride, PhD