University Public Relations & Marketing
The brand home of Wilberforce University — the nation's first private historically Black university owned and operated by African Americans.
One Office Telling the Wilberforce Story
The Office of Marketing & Communications protects the university brand, drives enrollment and advancement messaging, and serves as the central point of contact for news media. Here's how we partner with campus and the public.
Press & Media
We field press inquiries, coordinate interviews, issue official statements, and connect journalists with faculty and leadership experts.
Brand & Identity
We steward the logos, colors, voice, and visual standards that keep every touchpoint unmistakably Wilberforce.
Editorial & News
We write and publish university news, feature stories, and the official newsroom that documents campus life and achievement.
Creative Services
Design, photography, and video for recruitment, advancement, events, and campaigns across print and digital.
Web & Social
We manage the official website and social channels, and support campus partners with digital best practices.
Marketing Campaigns
Integrated campaigns that support enrollment, homecoming, giving days, and the university's strategic priorities.
Media Relations
Working with our team
We help journalists meet deadlines with accurate information, vetted experts, and timely access to campus.
Press Inquiries
For interviews, statements, b-roll, and fact-checking. We aim to respond to working press the same business day.
Contact:
Lena Arnold| Director of Public Relations and Marketing
oia@wilberforce.edu
937) 708-5532
Public Records & Statements
Official university positions and statements are issued only through this office. Please route all requests here.
Submit a request →
Campus & Filming
All media filming or photography on campus must be arranged in advance. We'll coordinate access, escorts, and locations.
Request campus access →
Brand Toolkit
Everything campus partners, vendors, and media need to represent Wilberforce correctly
Get in Touch
Media Inquiry & Story Idea(s)
Working on a story, pitching coverage, or have campus news to share? Tell us what you need and we'll route it to the right person.
OFFICE OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
1055 N. Bickett Rd., P.O. Box 1001
Wilberforce, OH 45384
media@wilberforce.edu · (937) 376-2911