Media & Communications
The Office of Global Affairs connects students, scholars, and partners around the world. Our communications team tell those stories, from study abroad experiences and international research to new partnerships and the people behind them.
Whether you're a partner institution or organization seeking approved logos for collaboration, or a member of the UConn community with a story to share, you're in the right place. Browse the resources below or reach out and we'll connect you with the right person.
Media inquiries: globalcommunications@uconn.edu
Resources
Share a Story Idea
The Global Communications and Marketing team welcomes story idea submissions from our partners and collaborators.
Story Submission Guidelines
| Who can submit a story suggestion? | Faculty, staff, alumni, and partner organizations or institutions. |
| What makes a good story? | Strong stories feature international research, new partnerships, or awards, as well as study abroad experiences and student or scholar profiles. |
| What should I include? | A short summary of the story you are proposing, who is involved, and timing |
| Where do I send my idea? | If you have an idea, please email globalcommunications@uconn.edu with your suggestion. Our team typically responds within 2-3 business days.
While we do our best to accommodate story ideas, please note that not all submissions will result in a story. |
UConn Global and Unit Logos
UConn Global and associated unit logos are shared selectively, based on the nature of the collaboration or partnership.
How do I get approved for logo usage?
| Who can request a logo? | Partner organizations and institutions, or UConn collaborators, with an active or planned collaboration with OGA. |
| How are requests approved? | Logos are provided based on the nature of the collaboration or partnership with approval from University Branding. They are not distributed on a regular basis. |
| What should I include? | The name of your partner organization or institution, the format in which the logo would be used (website, graphics or flyer, etc.), and which logo(s) you are seeking to use. Please also include a brief description of the collaboration and the timeline you will need the logo by. |
| Where do I send my request? | Email globalcommunications@uconn.edu. Our team typically responds within 2-3 business days. |
Usage Guidelines
Logos may not be altered, recolored, stretched, or combined with other logos without approval. Additional UConn visual branding guidelines can be found here.
Media Resources
Reporters and partners are welcome to use the materials below. For anything not listed, contact us at globalcommunications@uconn.edu.
Media Resources
About the Office of Global Affairs
The Office of Global Affairs (OGA) is the University of Connecticut’s gateway to the world. A hybrid administrative-academic unit, OGA leads university-wide efforts to build global and experiential learning, support international students and scholars, nurture strategic global partnerships, and advance collaborative international research. Through its work, OGA fosters global-mindedness at UConn and beyond, with a focus on real-world challenges including human rights, social justice, and sustainable development.
Key Facts
*Numbers represent data from the Office of Global Affairs Annual Report FY2026
- 180+
Institutional global partnerships - 50+
Countries represented in our partnerships - 100+
Countries represented in international student enrollment - 1,000+
Student experiences facilitated through Experiential Global Learning programs
Leadership
Ngozi Taffe, Interim Vice President of Global Affairs
Rae Alexander, Assistant Vice President of Global Affairs
Gabriella Pires Santoro, Director of Experiential Global Learning
Allison Casaly, Global Partnerships Manager for Global Partnerships and Outreach
Tolga Turker, Director of Global Entrepreneurial Programs in the Global Training and Development Institute
Arthur Galinat, Director of International Students and Scholar Services
Jeannie Slayton, Director of Intercultural Programs and Support and UCAELI