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

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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."

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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

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UConn Team Wins National Food Marketing Challenge

Three students beat out universities from around the country by developing winning solutions for an international company

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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.

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

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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

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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

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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

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Strengthening the Danbury Community with UConn Extension

From STEM programs to nutrition education, Danbury Public Schools and UConn Extension collaborate to help the community

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