Media Relations

We raise the profile of UTA through media placements, publications and news releases.

What We Do

The University of Texas at Arlington’s Media Relations team is the primary source of information for the news media. We promote UTA’s research, innovation, and academic excellence by crafting engaging stories and building media relationships. We connect journalists with faculty experts, coordinate media interviews and provide strategic guidance on messaging. We offer training to help faculty and staff effectively communicate their work and manage media issues to ensure timely, accurate information reaches the public.

Jeff Caplan

Director of Media Relations

Media Relations

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Phone #: 817-272-7286

Cristal Gonzalez

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Media Relations

Portfolio: College of Liberal Arts, College of Education, Division of Student Affairs

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Phone #: 817-272-9845

Brian Lopez

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Media Relations

Portfolio: College of Business, College of Architecture, Planning & Public Affairs, and College of Engineering

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Phone #: 817-272-3119

Drew Davison

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Media Relations

Portfolio: College of Science, College of Nursing and Health Innovation, School of Social Work

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Phone #: 817-272-3310

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