Director

Kristen Cole

For nearly two decades, I have led media relations on behalf of a diverse mix of higher education institutions. Here, faculty, staff and students pursue answers to critical questions in labs, lecture halls and communities. Our communication about that work through social media, film, photography and editorial content, serves the vital role of informing the public about the challenges of a changing global society.


Author Archive

United Press International

Top-selling Children’s Drinks Out of Line with Health Recommendations

CNN

Top 34 Bestselling ‘Fruit’ Drinks for Kids Deemed Unhealthy

Medium

Parents and Kids Are Still Being Fooled by Beverage Marketers

Washington Post

High-profile Trial Over Who Should Pay for the Opioid Crisis Begins Wednesday

Child looks at grocery shelf selection from a shopping cart. (Shutterstock Image)

Ample Ads and Confusing Labels Drive Children’s Sweetened Drink Sales

Package claims on sweetened children’s drinks, and similarities between claims on sweetened and unsweetened drinks, can confuse parents about their nutritional content, the study says.

National Public Radio

Your Guide To The Massive (And Massively Complex) Opioid Litigation

Hartford Courant

These Two Women Bring Their Love of History to Life Through a Podcast about the American Girl Dolls

NBC News

Laser-scanning Tech Uncovers Huge Network of Ancient Mayan Farms

Military Times

Combat Troops at Higher Risk for Opioid, Heroin Addiction, Study Says

Fox News

Combat Troops at Higher Risk for Opioid and Heroin Abuse, Study Says