We need you to keep us informed of your programs, achievements, research efforts, and activities. Early notice is important. The sooner we know, the more effectively we can plan and implement a promotional strategy.
Faculty Experts
The media often call to locate faculty members who can speak about events and issues in the news. Please keep this office informed of your current research so we can respond to requests for experts. We are also looking for faculty who are willing to write op-ed pieces for regional newspapers on their area of expertise.
Timing of Announcements
Early event information is particularly important when listing activities. To meet the calendar deadlines of most papers, we need to mail a release or announcement about two to four weeks in advance of an event. Newspapers print calendar information about a week or less before the event is scheduled. Please call us early in the planning stages of your event. We can help you plan an event in a way that will make it more likely to be covered.
Media Coverage of an Event
Media can be invited to cover and will sometimes cover an event. The media are interested in stories that will appeal to their audience. Trade or specialty publications may be interested in your event, and we can help you identify potential outlets. Please let us know when you have something that may be of interest so we can let the media and the general public know.
Feature Stories
The media are always looking for good human interest stories, and the college campus is a great place to find them. Please keep us informed about interesting faculty and student stories and activities. Interesting course offerings or projects can also provide good stories.
While we will make every effort to publicize your story, we cannot guarantee placement of your story or announcement because that decision is made by the newspaper, magazine, or station. However, we will work as closely as possible with you and with the media to ensure appropriate coverage of your story.
Who to Contact
The News Bureau determines coverage on a beat system assigning parts of the university to each staff member.Please contact the appropriate staff member to assist you
David West, News Bureau Director, west@nsula.edu (College of Business, Graduate School, Liberal Arts except Department of Journalism, Louisiana Scholars' College, Nursing, NSU Foundation, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, University Affairs)
Ericca Reynolds, Assistant, reynoldse@nsula.edu (College of Education, Science and Technology, Louisiana Scholars' College, University College, Watson Library, Department of Journalism, Alumni Affairs, NSU News)
NSU News Bureau
Prather Coliseum, Room 103, (318) 357-6466
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