Marketing and Communications
Media Resources and Inquiries
Connecting people, ideas, and opportunity
University of Bridgeport’s Office of Marketing and Communications helps journalists connect with the right people, find the right context, and get accurate information. Whether you are covering higher education, Bridgeport, healthcare, business, engineering, technology, or student success, we are here to support you.
We coordinate interviews with University leadership, faculty experts, staff, and students. We also share timely updates, news, and announcements and help the media access UB’s campus for filming, photography, and event coverage.
Email: communications@bridgeport.edu
Phone: 203-576-4151
Working with the media
Start here
- If you’re working on a story and need:
- A subject matter expert or campus spokesperson
- Interview scheduling
- On-campus access for filming or photography
- Background, fact-checking, or University context
- Contact Marketing and Communications, and we’ll route your request quickly. Please include your deadline, outlet, and what you’re hoping to cover.
Campus access, filming, and photography
- To help your visit go smoothly, we ask that media coordinate plans with us in advance. We are here to help with:
- Campus access and check-in information
- Helping you find the best locations for filming or photography
- Letting you know if student permissions are needed
- Scheduling interviews to fit around class times and clinical duties when needed
- Non-news, commercial photography, or videography must be approved in advance by Marketing and Communications.
Media inquiries
What we can provide
Interviews and expert commentary
We’ll connect you with knowledgeable faculty and staff who can speak to your topic, along with relevant background to support your reporting.
Video and photo assets
When available, we can share B-roll or approved visuals suitable for broadcast and digital use. Please credit provided materials to “University of Bridgeport.”
University statements and timely updates
For official University comments, announcements, and institutional updates, we’ll coordinate responses with appropriate spokespersons.
Brand assets
We can provide approved University of Bridgeport logos and related brand assets for use in your coverage, along with basic guidance to ensure accurate representation.
Faculty expertise
University of Bridgeport faculty and academic leaders can speak on a wide range of timely issues and real-world practice, including healthcare and public health; mental health and counseling; engineering and applied technology; organizational leadership; finance and global markets; artificial intelligence and AI in education; Universal Design for Learning; and collegiate athletics, including the growth of eSports.
To request a subject matter expert, please contact communications@bridgeport.edu.
Covering UB events and community moments
Events calendar: University of Bridgeport’s official calendar of events
Major moments: Select events may be livestreamed or recorded and shared through UB’s YouTube channel.
Athletics media resources
For Purple Knight schedules, rosters, and team updates, visit ubknights.com
If you’re seeking interviews with coaches or student athletes, Marketing and Communications can coordinate alongside Athletics.
Learn more about UB
Quick background and institutional information:
About University of Bridgeport
About University of Bridgeport →University leadership
Meet President Danielle Wilken, Ed.D. and other University Leadership.
University Leadership →UB News
UB News →Student privacy and records
University of Bridgeport complies with FERPA (the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). This law limits what the University can share about a student’s education record, and in some cases, we may not be able to confirm enrollment or other student information.
Media contact
Abby Levandoski, M.Ed.
Assistant Director of Communications and Content Strategy