The Leadership and Media Communications team strengthens UVA’s reputation by leading effective and proactive issues management and executive communications initiatives.

The team partners with University leadership to provide rapid, precise, fact-based information to a wide range of internal and external audiences. The team also facilitates connections with media partners far and wide to amplify the voices of UVA’s talented faculty, staff and students on the opportunities and challenges society faces.

As a public institution of higher education, the University is dedicated to cultivating and supporting relationships of trust on Grounds, with neighboring communities i and across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Transparency in our message and actions is essential. The Leadership and Media Communications team is a primary exponent of this belief, sharing the University’s knowledge and perspective on issues relevant to the public’s wellbeing with clarity and authenticity.

A resource for journalists

Designed as a tool for reporters and editors, the UVA Media Advisory is a weekly summary of newsworthy expert opinions, story leads and events relevant to current news cycles and key public trends.