About The office of Communications
Communications is responsible for the development and implementation of comprehensive communications strategies to reach multiple University audiences and constituencies. The office is responsible for media relations for the UNC System President and UNC Board of Governors and acts as a liaison between the President’s Office and communications officers for all UNC System institutions, affiliates, and various state agencies.
In addition, Communications writes and produces stories of interest to the people of North Carolina. View all news stories.
The office also markets and maintains the University branding resources and logos and provides oversight of selected publications and special projects.
How to Submit a Public Records Request
Detail your request in writing to publicrecords@northcarolina.edu. Please refer to the policy for more information.
Public Meetings
The University of North Carolina System and the UNC Board of Governors notice all public meetings. Upcoming public meetings are listed below.
- For Board of Governors’ meetings, please see the Board meetings page.
- Please review the Expectations of Conduct prior to attending a public meeting.
- Public Meetings Archive
Social Media
Staff
The staff works directly with the constituent institutions through the UNC System Communications Council.
- Earl Whipple
Vice President for Communications
919-843-3301 - Camille Barkley
Associate Vice President for Strategic Communications
919-843-5037 - Josh Ellis
Associate Vice President for Media Relations
919-962-4629 - Samantha Hargrove
Director of Marketing Communications
919-962-9771 - Tom Wallis
Content Manager and Executive Writer
919-962-5418 - Jason Tyson
Director of Media Relations
919-962-7296 - Aaron Hawkins
Digital Communications Manager
919-843-1903