Office of the Vice President for Research

Researchers across the U are looking for ways to make their voices heard and communicate their research effectively. The U of U Health research communications team is proud to launch a new workshop series on effective science storytelling, focusing on how to talk, write, and post about research for broad audiences. Our goal is to give researchers the tools to level up your science communications, no matter your previous experience.

Our first workshop will be held on May 15th from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will give you the skills to refine your message as you craft an elevator pitch tailored to your goals. Sophia Friesen, PhD, (they/them), Research Communications Manager, will host the May 15th workshop. Attendees will have the chance to practice, get peer feedback, ask questions, and explore additional tools and resources. RSVP link is below. These events are open to Health Sciences and Main Campus participants.

Workshops will continue to be held throughout the summer:

• June 26: Using Social Media to Share Your Research (Andrea Gallegos, Web and Social Media Administrator for Research)
• July 17: Media-Savvy Researcher: How to Navigate Interviews (Julie Kiefer, PhD, Research Communications Director)
• August 14: Giving a Great Presentation (Kyle Wheeler, Marketing Manager for Research)

Learn more about the series and future workshops here.