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Office of Marketing and Communications

We Are ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ and This Is Our Story

The Office of Communications and Marketing at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ) leads the strategy for promoting and protecting the university’s reputation as the Chicago Southland’s most affordable, exceptional and achievable Illinois public university.

Through integrated marketing, storytelling, and digital engagement, our team amplifies the voices and achievements of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµâ€™s students, faculty, alumni, and partners, reaching audiences across the region and beyond.

As stewards of the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ brand, we equip the campus community with the strategy, standards, and resources needed to communicate effectively and consistently about the university’s mission, impact, and opportunities.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Communication Resources

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ faculty and staff can access brand guidelines, communication standards, and a wide range of templates, tools, and resources to help ensure consistent, professional, and impactful communications that reflect the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ brand.

Accessibility Guidelines

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is committed to communicating in ways that are inclusive and accessible to all audiences. Our goal is to represent the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ brand effectively while ensuring compliance with current ADA accessibility standards. For guidance on best practices for accessible web pages, emails, and social media content, please contact the Office of Communications and Marketing.

Marketing Strategies and Campaigns

Partner with our team to develop data-informed marketing strategies and integrated campaigns that increase awareness, engagement, enrollment, and participation.

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Print Design

From brochures and flyers to banners and event materials, we create visually compelling print pieces that reflect the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ brand and communicate your message effectively.

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Web Design

We design and maintain user-centered web experiences that support university goals, improve accessibility, and help audiences find the information they need.

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Social Media

We manage and support the university's social media presence through content planning, storytelling, engagement, and best practices that strengthen the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ brand.

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News & Media Outreach

Our team promotes university achievements, events, and expertise through media relations, press releases, and strategic outreach to local, regional, and national news outlets.

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Internal Communications

We help keep faculty, staff, and students informed through clear, timely, and effective communications that support campus engagement and university initiatives.

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Email Communications

From campus announcements to marketing campaigns, we develop and distribute targeted email communications that inform, engage, and inspire action.

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We produce university publications that showcase student success, academic excellence, research, and community impact while advancing the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ story.

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Contact Us

Corrie Lee

  • Project Manager
  • ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ
  • Building C, Suite C3349, 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
  • 708-235.7370
  • clee8@govst.edu

Jennifer Di Sandro

  • Marketing Director
  • ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ
  • Building C, Suite C3349, 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
  • 708.235.7578
  • jdisandro@govst.edu

Zion Banks

  • Director of Communications
  • ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ
  • Building C, Suite C3349, 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
  • 708.235.7685
  • zbanks@govst.edu

Antonio De Castro

  • Multimedia Design Manager
  • ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ
  • Building C, Suite C3349, 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
  • 708.235.7367
  • adecastro@govst.edu