The Media Relations staff

Media Relations is the University of Oregon's primary office for news, as well as internal and marketing communications. Media Relations is part of the Office of Communications under the umbrella of Public and Government Affairs in University Advancement.

Media Relations staff have had extensive experience in both broadcast and written journalism, either as members of the media or through extensive public relations with media outlets.

How to Contact Us:

Media Relations is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except state and federal holidays.

Phone: (541) 346-3134

E-mail: uonews@uoregon.edu

Location: Johnson Hall: Suite 10

Mailing address: 1239 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1239

After hours and emergencies: Pager: (541) 465-0349

Who We Are:

Phil Weiler
Senior Director of Communications
(541) 346-3873
pweiler@uoregon.edu

In addition to overseeing office operations, Phil is the primary point of contact for the University of Oregon Administration (president's office, vice presidential units), Institutional Equity and Diversity, Government Affairs, Legal and Campus Communicators. He is the chief public information officer for the University.

Julie Brown
Director of Media Relations
(541) 346-3185
julbrown@uoregon.edu

Julie handles strategic communications, oversees internal communications as well as university news and public relations.

Jim Barlow
Director of Science and Research Communication
(541) 346-3481
jebarlow@uoregon.edu

Jim is the primary contact for issues related to science and research across campus, including the university's centers and institutes.

Shannon Rose
Office Manager
(541) 346-3314
roses@uoregon.edu

Shannon handles many administrative functions in the Office of Communications. She manages the University of Oregon’s online events calendar, maintains media distribution lists, and responds to phone calls from the media and public. She is at the center of all Media Relations activity and is knowledgeable about all aspects of campus.

Pauline Austin
Communications Aide
(541) 346-3129
paustin@uoregon.edu

After 14 years at the University of Oregon, Pauline Austin has scaled back her duties and now works 20 hours a week on special projects.