Past Forum Events

Propelling Coca-Cola into the Digital World

April 18, 2019 at 2:00 PM

A peek inside how The Coca-Cola Company is reigniting its brands in the age of social, eCommerce, and augmented reality.

In her role as Group Director for Digital Platforms, Ellen Duncan is responsible for developing marketing technology solutions that empower all of Coca-Cola’… Continue Reading

Amplifying Unit Stories for U-wide Audiences

March 7, 2019 at 10:00 AM

Panel discussion on what communicators can do to amplify their college or unit stories for U-wide audiences. The panelists, Elizabeth Foy Larsen from the U of M Alumni Association, Rick Moore from University Relations, and Amy Sitze from the U of M Foundation, discussed their… Continue Reading

Communicating Diversity

February 27, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Dr. Amina Jaafar is the Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives at the Office for Equity and Diversity, as well as instructor in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development. Dr. Jaafar hosted an open forum to discuss questions around how to… Continue Reading

Perspectives on Storytelling

January 14, 2019 at 2:00 PM

Panel discussion from different perspectives on storytelling to showcase faculty research and advance university goals. Gina Rumore speaks from her experience in proposal preparation for the Institute for Social Research and Data Innovation (ISRDI). Phyllis Moen speaks about her… Continue Reading

Digital Storytelling: Minnesota Youth Story Squad

December 19, 2018 at 9:00 AM

Professor Jigna Desai shares her work in digital storytelling. If you are looking for examples of creative digital storytelling and working with issues of equity, advocacy and academic engagement, this session is for you.

Jigna Desai, Professor in the Gender, Women, and… Continue Reading

So You Want to Be a Communicator. Now What?

November 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM

We did something a little different this time—invited new student members to a panel discussion about what it means to be a communicator. Our panelists spoke and answered questions about their career stories and current roles. This was a great panel for new communicators and… Continue Reading

Creative Workflows with Adobe CC Mobile + Desktop

October 25, 2018 at 9:00 AM

Lisa Anderson was such a hit at the conference in June that we brought her back to present a further workshop on Adobe CC for mobile applications.

Whether using the full or free Creative Cloud membership, see how easily you can create your assets and share with other… Continue Reading

How to Develop a Design Concept … Fast!

April 10, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Harness the power of design. Learn to turn words, data and ideas into clear, compelling visuals. Immediately apply what you learn to your next project. No design skill required or previous experience needed. Get design tips and tricks and learn about free or low-cost tools to make… Continue Reading

The Common Hero: How individuals can save an institution

March 14, 2018 at 9:00 AM

Mike Miller, Legislative Advocacy Coordinator for University Relations, will present on how to use emotion through communication to motivate people to take action, and how that applies to our work as communicators.