Office of Marketing & Communications

The CALS Office of Marketing and Communications provides leadership, expertise and coaching in strategic communications and branding to raise the visibility of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and its world-renowned scientific discoveries and thought leadership.

We tell the stories and show the impact of CALS' life-changing research, education, outreach and experiences through a digital-first strategy that leverages campus partnerships and news media to reach key audiences, which include current and prospective students, faculty and staff, alumni and state and federal partners.

Popular Help Topics

Where can I find quick facts and an overview of the college?

Our CALS overview handout provides an at-a-glance overview of the college and can be downloaded for sharing or printing.

Who can help produce a video?

While the Office of Marketing and Communications does not offer video production services, we’re happy to recommend vendors for your project. Contact us at cals-comm [at] cornell.edu (cals-comm[at]cornell[dot]edu).

How do I get help with my branding?

We suggest you begin by familiarizing yourself with the CALS Brand Guide. If you need guidance specific to your unit, department or program area, let’s talk. Contact us at cals-comm [at] cornell.edu (cals-comm[at]cornell[dot]edu).

Can I download a CALS PowerPoint slide template or logo?

Yes! We provide several branded templates for both CALS and Cornell AgriTech.

How can I access the CALS photo collection?

We’ve developed an image collection that includes thousands of high-quality photos to represent the breadth of CALS. Images are free to use with your Cornell NetID.

Who can help me with my CALS website?

Our team oversees the content and design of the CALS core web properties and works closely with others throughout CALS who maintain webpages, including the CALS Office of Information Technologies. Contact us at calsweb [at] cornell.edu (calsweb[at]cornell[dot]edu).

Can you help me write an op-ed?

Written effectively, op-eds can be a great way to connect your research or subject matter expertise to real-world issues or newsworthy events. We offer important guidelines that will help you draft a piece that’s attractive to online and print publications.

How do I tell the media about my research discovery or paper?

Our team works closely with Cornell’s Media Relations Office to connect faculty and their expertise to media. Contact us at cals-comm [at] cornell.edu (cals-comm[at]cornell[dot]edu) to get started.

Can you help me publicize my event?

While we don’t offer services to broadly promote your event, it may be a fit for our newsletter. Please use this form to send us more information.