For News Professionals

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Press Releases

Newsworthy stories on research and medical breakthroughs, advances in academia, student life and community engagement.

Media Advisories

Opportunities for media coverage of newsworthy lectures, community events, performances and exhibits.

News Briefs

Digest of campus news from faculty and staff appointments and awards to student accomplishments and more.

Healthcare Newsroom

Research, advice and other related news from the medical professionals at UC Irvine Health.

Experts Database

Comprehensive listing by category of faculty experts available to contribute academic perspectives on current topics and issues.

Fact Sheets

Background – including summaries, leader biographies and images – on UC Irvine's broad spectrum of academic programs.

GENERAL PRESS INQUIRIES: 949-824-6922

Cathy Lawhon
Director, Media Relations & Community Outreach
Phone: 949-824-1151
Email: clawhon@uci.edu

Tom Vasich
Assistant Director, Health Sciences Communications
Phone: 949-824-6455
Email: tmvasich@uci.edu

Janet Wilson
Director, Special Projects
Phone: 949-824-3969
Email: janet.wilson@uci.edu

Laura Rico
Assistant Director, Media Relations
Phone: 949-824-9055
Email: lrico@uci.edu

John Murray
Manager, Healthcare Media Relations
Phone: 714-456-7759
Email: jdmurray@uci.edu

UNIT COMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS
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