We collaborate to develop communication and publicity strategies, presenting the best of Penn State Berks, ensuring that the College's image reflects the excellence of Penn Staters as inspired do-ers who are passionate about making a difference in the world beyond their own achievements.
Due to the high volume of requests Strategic Communications receives on a daily basis, we advise everyone to refer to the request forms and submit their requests with in the required time frames.
Who We Are and What We Do
Lisa Baldi
Director of Strategic Communications
Responsibilities:
- News Releases
- Publication Writing
- Publicity
- New Advertising/Marketing Requests
News Release requests are submitted to Lisa. Submit the News Release Request form with all of the necessary information and email any additional information to Lisa. There is a 4 week of necessary lead time for news releases in order to complete all requests in a timely manner.
Jacqueline (Jackie) Cozma
Webmaster
Responsibilities:
- Website Management
- Website Changes
- Social Media
- Video
Website changes are submitted to Jackie. Submit the Web Update Request form with all of the necessary information. There is a 1 week of necessary lead time for web updates in order to complete all requests in a timely manner.
Kathryn (Katie) Quinn
Visual Communications Specialist
Responsibilities:
- Print Design Projects
- Advertising Designs
- Digital Designs
- Logo Usage
- Brand Monitoring
- Photography
Print Project requests are submitted to Katie. Submit the Project Request form with all of the necessary information and email any additional pieces to Katie. Only when all necessary information and components are received will the 3 week project period begin. There is a 3 week of necessary lead time for print projects in order to complete all projects in a timely manner.
Photo Requests are submitted to Katie. Submit the Photo Request form as soon as you have the information. Requests made the day of an event or too close to the time of the event may not be honored due to schedule conflicts.
Requests will not begin until the proper Request Forms have been submitted.
Brooke Burkey
Strategic Communications Assistant
Responsibilities:
- Weekly News Emails
- Scheduling/Appointments
- Media Contact
- Billing
- Obituaries pertaining to Penn State Berks
- General Questions
All requests for appointments with Strategic Communications should be submitted to Brooke. Please call or email Brooke with any questions or concerns regarding Strategic Communications or the responsibilities of the department.