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
Exploring Ag Biotech Careers with UConn 4-H
“It was the opportunity of a lifetime and showed me that my career path is one I will enjoy."
January 18, 2024 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Pedram Rezamand Appointed Head of UConn Animal Science
A UConn alum and international expert in dairy nutrition, Rezamand will return to the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources in the summer of 2024 to lead the Department of Animal Science
January 17, 2024 | Jessica McBride, PhD
UConn Team Wins National Food Marketing Challenge
Three students beat out universities from around the country by developing winning solutions for an international company
January 9, 2024 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Black Girls Run! Community Organization Creates Inclusive Space for Physical Activity
A recent study highlights how a community organization is supporting Black women around the country in getting and staying physically active.
December 19, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Graduate Program Offers USDA Fellowship in Data Science
Students receive a tuition waiver and $18,500 annual stipend developing skills in a national priority area
December 18, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Dollar Store Expansion Pushes Out Independent Grocery Stores, Decreases Local Employment Opportunities
A new study finds one out of every 20 independent grocery stores will go out of business within a few years of a dollar store arriving in their area
December 14, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
CAHNR Celebrates Record-Setting Year in Research Success
The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources celebrated faculty and staff who contributed to the College's record-breaking grant success
December 13, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
CAHNR Celebrates Students, Donors at Annual Scholars Celebration
Hundreds of students and their families joined donors and CAHNR administration to celebrate achievement, generosity, and community
December 7, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
Strengthening the Danbury Community with UConn Extension
From STEM programs to nutrition education, Danbury Public Schools and UConn Extension collaborate to help the community
December 5, 2023 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
CAHNR’s Kristen Govoni Recognized for Excellence in Food and Agricultural Education by APLU, USDA
A three-time UConn alum, Govoni is being honored for scholarship, exemplary pedagogy, and dedication to instruction
December 1, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD