Join us for a conversation with University of Minnesota Historian Ann Pflaum, the university’s resident storyteller-in-chief, who will draw on her experience to explain how to identify compelling stories and frame them effectively.
Past Forum Events
Web Accessibility & Usability Panel Discussion
January 10, 2018 at 2:00 PM
There is a lot of information (and misinformation) around the topics of web accessibility and usability. But the goals of both are simple—to create the most efficient, effective online experience for as many users as possible.
Join us for a panel discussion outlining the… Continue Reading
Getting Buy-In & Reaching Consensus
December 12, 2017 at 12:00 PM
As professional communicators, we rarely operate in a vacuum. Our work requires constant collaboration and negotiation with our colleagues to finalize projects.
Join us for a Communicators Forum workshop dedicated to getting buy-in and reaching consensus. Learn techniques and… Continue Reading
Communications, Strategy & Leadership
November 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM
Join us for a presentation by Steve Wehrenberg, teaching professor and program director of the professional M.A. in strategic communications in the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Steve brings more than 35 years of professional strategic communications experience… Continue Reading
We are the Driven
October 25, 2017 at 8:00 AM
Join Laura Johnson and Kathy Rumpza from University Relations in a conversation on University branding. They'll share a brief brand overview, a look at the marketing campaign evolution, how the brand supports the strategic plan and fundraising efforts, and a preview of some new tactics… Continue Reading
27th Annual Conference – ELEVATE: Building Blocks to Elevate U
June 8, 2017 at 8:00 AM
Keynote Speakers
Jana Shortal
A full baker’s dozen. That’s how many years Jana has worked as a reporter for KARE 11 news here in Minneapolis — it is also the same amount of time she has spent wondering if she could ever really be that much needed addition to the now… Continue Reading
Digital Storytelling
April 20, 2017 at 2:00 PM
1:Button Studio along with filmmaker Jila Nikpay challenge us to look at our impact stories as visual/digital content. This program will explore resources… Continue Reading
Cross-Sharing & Content Strategy
March 29, 2017 at 4:00 PM
As we have all likely experienced, communicating within and between organizational silos can be a challenging task. Based on her career experience in higher education, Amanda Costello, lead content strategist in the College of Education and Human Development, brings together lessons… Continue Reading
Question the Problem with Sharon Werner
March 8, 2017 at 2:00 PM
You've seen her work in stores, exhibits at the Walker Art Center, and probably own some of the products her branding adorns, including Mrs. Meyer's cleaning products. Esteemed Minnesota designer Sharon Werner of Werner Design Werks will share how her studio always questions … Continue Reading
Communicating the Value of Communications + Share Fair
February 13, 2017 at 4:00 PM
Mike Miller, Government Relations; Stephanie Platteter, College of Continuing Education; Katie Lucente, Student Unions and Activities; Becky Beyers, University of Minnesota Extension | Moderator: Rebecca Noran, Academic Health Center
With our focus on telling the University of… Continue Reading