Public Relations & Marketing
Welcome to the Public Information Office!
A Public Information Office at a university is essential because it handles all the school's communication and public relations. It ensures everyone is informed and engaged, from managing media interactions and promoting achievements to keeping students and staff updated. The office also helps in attracting new students, maintaining alumni connections, and supporting fundraising efforts. In short, it's the heartbeat of the university's outreach and image!
Meet Your CLA Public Relations and Marketing Team
Sarah Manriquez
Public Information Officer
Sarah is the Public Information Officer for the UAF College of Liberal Arts, specializing in marketing and public relations. She plays a pivotal role in shaping and communicating the college's message.
Serving as the creative lead, Sarah is responsible for working with her team to produce engaging content that highlights the achievements and activities of the UAF College of Liberal Arts and enhances the visibility and impact of the college.
Kat reichert
Web Developer and Multimedia Designer
Kat is a communication specialist with a focus on web development and multimedia design. She works directly with our CLA Public Information Officer, Sarah Manriquez. Kat serves as the visual creative lead behind the design and construction of our websites and multimedia materials; bringing the UAF Brand to life through the lens of our unique departments.
Requesting Assistance
To request assistance please email us at cla-pio@alaska.edu.
Due to our team's commitment to servicing 18 departments, there are occasions when responses may be delayed. If you have not received a reply within two business days, please follow-up via email. Your inquiries are important to us, and we are dedicated to providing you with the assistance you need.
Here is how we can help you:
Employee and student communications, postering, digital signage, Cornerstone, CLA internal e-newsletter
Government and community relations, media and public relations, planning and counsel; crisis communications
Scheduling, marketing, planning, catering, hosting, on-the-day management, live-streaming, event moderator
Production services, class advertisements/trailers, commercials, lectures, interviews, performances
digital campaigns, account co-administration, training, consultation, analytics reporting
Writing and editing, copy review, editorial style guide, selecting online and print publication services, magazine layout
Types of giving, donor events, UA Giving Day, solicitation and fundraising, UA foundation accounts
Recruitment events, admission marketing funnels, letter campaigns, college fairs, dual enrollment funnels
EXTERNAL ADVERTISING
Radio advertising, promotional items, guerilla marketing, TV advertising, bulk mail, street furniture, transit advertising and more