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
Athletic Trainers in Secondary Schools of Primary Importance for UConn Kinesiology Researchers
Research programs in UConn's Department of Kinesiology highlight the important role played by athletic trainers in schools around the country
June 30, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn Extension Rides High on Hybrid Learning
Regardless of the pandemic, UConn Extension is exploring ways to keep meeting Connecticut residents where they are
June 28, 2022 | Stacey Stearns, UConn Extension & College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Finding Social Support Through Social Media During COVID Lockdowns
Despite its bad rap, UConn researchers found social media provided support across age groups in Spain during pandemic lockdowns
June 24, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Light It Up: Using Firefly Genes to Understand Cannabis Biology
This research will help hemp and cannabis farmers better control levels of CBD and THC in their crops
June 21, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Recalling the Past to Shape the Future: A Podcast on Environmental Injustice
Recent graduate Meg Sanders ‘22 (CAHNR) created a podcast to show just how connected environmentalism is to other societal issues
June 16, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
A Fresh Take on Fat: Nanoparticle Technology Provides Healthy Trans, Saturated Fat Alternative
An innovative emulsification process could help scientists develop a healthier shelf-stable fat for food manufacturing
June 13, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn 4-H Brings High Tech to Connecticut Youth
A unique program gives Connecticut youth the chance to gain skills in STEM and see the world
June 8, 2022 | Jessica McBride, PhD
Promoting ‘Whole Athlete’ Wellness at the Institute for Sports Medicine
At the Institute for Sports Medicine, research and clinical expertise join forces to support holistic recovery for athletes
May 26, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
CAHNR Honors Sandy Bushmich’s Decades of Service to the College
The College celebrates Bushmich's transformational leadership and dedication to an inclusive student experience
May 23, 2022 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Kristen Govoni Appointed Associate Dean of CAHNR Academic Programs, Director of Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture
A three-time UConn alum, Govoni brings extensive teaching and research experience to this leadership role
May 16, 2022 | Jessica McBride, PhD