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About Us: Mission
 
The Office of Public Relations and News Services exists to develop and oversee implementation of a comprehensive strategic marketing program for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and to publicize the university through its role as the official liaison with local, state and national news media. PRNS is also responsible for marketing and promotion of Ragin' Cajuns® athletics.
 
PRNS promotes UL Lafayette through:
  • print media;
  • publications;
  • printed materials;
  • broadcast media;
  • video production;
  • special events;
  • community awareness projects;
  • a licensed merchandise program;
  • a visual identity program; and
  • athletic promotions.
 
The staff is responsible for:
  • identifying and preparing news stories and public service announcements;
  • developing and maintaining positive media relations;
  • supporting other departments in the promotion of offerings and accomplishments;
  • planning and hosting news conferences; and
  • managing visual identity and promotions.
 
The Office of Public Relations and News Services produces:
  • "La Louisiane", a biannual, full-color magazine with a circulation of about 70,000;
  • "Alumni Accents", the UL Lafayette Alumni Association's newsletter;
  • "Legisletter", a newsletter for legislators;
  • "University Avenue" and "Profiles" video news releases; and
  • University-related videos.
 
 
 

Document last revised Sunday, August 31, 2003 4:40 PM

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Public Relations and News Services · Martin Hall Room 319
Post Office Box 41009, Lafayette LA 70504-1009, USA
337/482-6397 · 337/482-5908 (fax) · prns@louisiana.edu