Media Relations

As the primary office for news from USU, Public Relations & Marketing provide a wide range of information from research and academic programs to breaking news and crisis communications.

Media Relations serves as the primary resource for members of the press and other media. In addition to responding to routine media inquiries, the office also serves as the focal point for a range of broad stories that are of interest to the public.

General Media Inquiries

Coordination of subject matter experts, photography recourses, B-roll, and facilities access for members of the press are handled through media relations.

For additional resources, including the latest news from the university, visit the USU Press Room.

Crisis Communication

At the time of any university emergency, all official statements, announcements, or interviews relating to the emergency should be coordinated through Public Relations & Marketing.

In the event of a campus emergency, visit our emergency page for the most up-to-date information, as well as a list of media contacts available throughout the duration of the crisis.

  • Contact Us

  • Tim Vitale

    Associate Vice President
    Communications (University Spokesperson)

    tim.vitale@usu.edu
    P: 435-797-1356 | C: 435-760-3735

  • Amanda DeRito

    Director
    Crisis Communications and Issues Management

    amanda.derito@usu.edu
    P: 435-797-2759 | C: 208-881-3943