QCNR Publicity
Share news about college-related activities, events, and opportunities.
NR Screens Social Media Calendar Events Posters & Flyers News Stories Interview Prep Canva More Tools & Resources
Weekly QCNR Email Digest
To have an event publicized, follow this One Easy Step:
- Submit your event to the USU Calendar system with QCNR as the sponsor before Monday evening on the week you want it advertised.
We use the calendar to create a weekly digest to post to screens in NR and BNR, on the MyUSU calendar, on QCNR Instagram and on the website main calendar. We will also transfer all your exciting news to the QCNR section of MyUSU (which has a growing audience). The digest will run for one week on all of those outlets, and the calendars will give folks heads-up for upcoming events.
The USU calendar system can feel a bit clunky at first. If you have questions or would like a tutorial on how to submit, please let us know. If you need to make changes to a calendar item, contact lael.gilbert@usu.edu.
QCNR Screens
Advertisements and announcements can be posted on screens in the atriums of the Natural Resources building (NR) and the Biology and Natural Resources building (BNR). QCNR offers several easy-to-use templates via Canva (see instructions for access). Templates can be used to generate quick announcements, or as inspiration to design your own. It can take on any design, as long as it meets the requirements listed below. Submit to lael.gilbert@usu.edu or miranda.lorenc@usu.edu.
Screen Requirements:
- Dimensions must be 2000px x 1125px, landscape orientation (wide).
- .JPG or .PNG files are preferred.
- Content must be related to USU and/or the Quinney College of Natural Resources.
- For help with design tips, see our template below, or reach out the the QCNR Communications Office.
- All submissions must be approved through QCNR Communications Office.
- Videos can be posted on the second screen in the NR atrium, but must be captioned (videos are muted).
Use Our Templates
Design Your Own
QCNR Social Media Requests
To post on QCNR social media, send the following information to the QCNR Communciations Office, either lael.gilbert@usu.edu or miranda.lorenc@usu.edu.
- Details and Information
- Please include text as you would like it published.
- Include names, titles, locations, social media handles, URLs, and any other relevant information
- Media (photo/video)
- .jpg .png .mov files in the highest possible quality
- Crop images to fit a 1:1, 4:5, or 16:9 ratio
- If no media is provided, stock images or other relevant content will be used
- Ideal Posting Date/Time
- Let us know when it would be best to post, when you’re promoting it on your end, etc.
- Please give at least 72 hours notice
- Requests can be submitted as far in advance as necessary.
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Calendar Events
QCNR maintains two event calendars. One is a public calendar available on QCNR's webpage, the other is a calendar in the QCNR MyUSU group.
Events for either calendar can be submitted below. Users must provide the name, telephone, and email of the sponsor. We'll review the submission and approve it (or get back to you with questions). Event submitted to the calendar on the main QCNR page will also appear on USU's main calendar (unless requested otherwise).
QCNR's MyUSU group serves as a centralized hub for all things College of Natural Resources. This can be a powerful tool for connecting with students and providing essential information. Any member is able to submit calendar events to the group for admin approval. Posting regularly, especially about events, significantly boosts engagement and attendance. New QCNR students are automatically added to the MyUSU group so events will reach a wide audience.
Before Submitting an Event
- Events must be reviewed before approval for the calendar. Allow three business days.
- Provide as much information as available.
- Use well-written text.
- Incomplete submissions will not be approved (ie. Location TBD).
- Only events closely related to QCNR will be approved.
- If an event needs to be changed or updated, contact Lael.
Public Calendar MyUSU Calendar
Posters and Flyers
To put up flyers or posters in the NR building, ask for Department or Dean's Office approval (see the department rep or turn in a request in NR 108). Consider using a USU template found in Canva.com (info below). Flyers are only allowed in designated spots such as bulletin boards or display cases. Please do not hang anything on the walls or doors.
Pitch News Stories
Let us know about upcoming research, announcements and noteworthy projects. Some will be selected for circulation on USU Today, or pitched as stories to external media. Contact lael.gilbert@usu.edu with ideas and questions.
Working with the Media
Working with the media can feel daunting. Preparation is key to getting comfortable with media calls and interviews. Read some tips on how to work successfully and comfortably with reporters.
Design with Canva.com
Canva is a free-to-use online graphic design tool. It has a user-friendly platform to quickly create professional graphics, presentations, and more. Create a free account at Canva.com or contact us to access USU's Pro Canva account. Find out more.