Public Information
The Department of Public Information works to position Penn State as a leader in the integration of teaching, research and public service and enhance the University's reputation. The department manages the University's relationship with news, information and entertainment media and promotes public awareness by producing news releases, videos, social media and photos related to events, people and activities at Penn State. The department focuses on promoting the research accomplishments and expertise of faculty, helps prepare guest opinion pieces and connects media with University experts. The Department of Public Information also offers strategic communications counsel to Penn State departments.
Resources and Responsibilities
News Bureau:
Daily and emergency communications; news media liason
Live and Newswires:
Online news and information sources
Photo archive
Video
Feature and storytelling in video; PSYouTube; video on demand
Experts Database:
Central database of faculty experts for news media contacts
