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

Becker's Hospital Review

Gaming disorder now a WHO-recognized disease, but US healthcare system not prepared

Consumer Reports

The Benefits of Running vs. Walking

Psychology Today

Have You Become a Sofalizer?

Doctor listens to patient's heartbeat. (Photo by David Turnley/Corbis/VCG via Getty Images)

Racial, Ethnic, and Sexual Minority Males Among Unhealthiest People in U.S., Report Finds

For example, African-American men consistently have life expectancies six years shorter than white men, according to the study led by Wizdom Powell of UConn Health.

Reach MD

Poker Has a ‘Tell’ About Strategic Thinkers

Ars Technia, Condé Nast Digital

What happened last time it was as warm as it’s going to get later this century?

New York Times

Video Game Addiction Tries to Move From Basement to Doctor’s Office

Shape magazine

Cold Workout Classes Are a New Fitness Trend—and Science Says They’re Legit

(Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Scientists are Using DNA to Study Ocean Life and Reveal the Hidden Diversity of Zooplankton

'Except for scientists who study them, few people are aware that marine zooplankton are among the most numerous – and important – animals on Earth,' says marine sciences researcher Ann Bucklin.

BioPharm International

Research Shows Promise for Syphilis Vaccine