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.


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Black bears in the Connecticut woods

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

Victoria Wallace, sustainability, turf & landscapes extension educator at 2024 Turfgrass Field Day. (Jason Sheldon/UConn Photo)

UConn Programs Support Turfgrass Sustainability

UConn’s turfgrass research and extension programs collaborate with industry partners to reduce environmental impacts and improve sustainability

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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

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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

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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

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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."

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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'

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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.

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CAHNR’s Class of 2025

Students from across CAHNR share memories from their time at UConn and their plans for the future

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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