We provide a wide range of services for the Boonshoft School of Medicine, including:

Communications Products

Publications such as Vital Signs and Dean's Report promote progress and share information about the school. We maintain a database of story ideas to incorporate into university and school publications and local media outlets. Please share your ideas and stories with us. We are especially interested in research advances, human interest stories, and your accomplishments.

The office can assist your communications efforts as well, helping to design newsletters, brochures, and promotional materials for your office, department, or event. We offer consultation for printing needs and have developed templates for postcards, brochures, and flyers that meet university and school guidelines. Using templates can reduce your production time and cost. Contact us early in your planning process!

Community Outreach

We have developed a successful Mini-Medical School Series for the public to learn about the science of medicine. The programs are four- to six-week sessions held annually. The office will help you develop and implement your outreach programs as well. Suggestions for community outreach programming and presenters for the Mini-Medical School are welcome. We also get frequent calls from community groups looking for a speaker; if you are willing to serve in that capacity, let us know.

Electronic Communications & the Web

The office is responsible for content management of the school's web site [www.med.wright.edu], the HELP Center web site [www.emhelpcenter.org], and the Wright State Physicians web site [wrightstatephysicians.org] and offers web publishing for all school affiliated offices and programs. The school's web policy and general guidelines are posted online. We regularly survey web visitors and maintain statistical data about visits to these sites. The most recent web survey is posted online and statistical reports on traffic to departmental web sites are available from Robin Suits, associate director for electronic communications. The Internet has emerged as a major recruiting tool for students and residents, making up-to-date information and accessible graphic format strategically important to the school. We provide resources, such as templates and images that meet accessibility and copyright guidelines. The office produces and distributes medical student recruitment DVDs, videos, and multimedia presentations.

Identity & Logo Standards

The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine Institutional Identity Guidelines Manual is available online. A consistent identity is an important asset for any institution, and these guidelines are designed to help faculty, staff, and students support that identity. [Note: These logos are low-resolution and not suitable for print. If you need a high-resolution version, please contact som_pr@wright.edu or call us at (937) 775-2951.]

Media Relations

We act as the principal liaison between the medical school and the news media and coordinates efforts with the university. Positive media coverage reflects well upon the school's endeavors in teaching, patient care, and research. In addition to documenting the school's media coverage, the office connects subject experts to media inquiries. If you are contacted by the news media, contact us. We can examine potential problem areas, help you prepare for an interview, leverage the story, and serve as media contact. Also, we publicize school events through public service announcements, news releases, and web announcements.

Tabletop Exhibit

For conferences, meetings, or exhibits, the office has tabletop presentation panels that you can check out. The panels have a lit overhead graphic panel with the school logo and include a matching table cover and hard sided carrying case, suitable for shipping.

Photography

In addition to the resources at the university's Center for Teaching and Learning, the office has a databank of photographs. There are historical and current shots that can be used in printed pieces or on your web pages.

Products

For gifts or fundraising, the office orders imprinted products specifically designed for the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Folders, mailing labels, and other office products are available through Wright State's Printing Services. Other items may be purchased through Wright State's Bookstore or EmbroidMe.

Contact Information:

Marketing and Communications (formerly known as Public Relations) is located at University Park, 3817 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton, OH.

• Cindy Young, Director for Marketing and Communications, (937) 775-2951
• Robin Suits, Associate Director for Electronic Communications, (937) 775-4898
• Debbie Deichler, Public Relations Coordinator, (937) 775-2270
• Nancy Harker, Public Relations Coordinator, (937) 775-2727
• Phillip Neal, Writer and Editor, (937) 775-4587
• Sue Rytel, Administrative Specialist, (937) 775-2951
• Emily Wallace, Graphic Designer, (937) 775-4586

Our mailing address is: Marketing and Communications Boonshoft School of Medicine Wright State University 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy. Dayton, OH 45435-0001 Phone: (937) 775-2951 Fax: (937) 775-3366 E-mail: som_pr@wright.edu