The Department of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations (MarComm) at Rutgers School of Nursing is dedicated to building and strengthening the School’s reputation by elevating the visibility of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, academic programs, research, and clinical initiatives. We position Rutgers School of Nursing as a leading force in nursing education across New Jersey and beyond through strategic storytelling and outreach.

Marketing & Communications Requests
- Digital screen display
- Directory listing updates
- Graphic design projects
- Poster printing
- Sponsorship requests
- Social media or news ideas
- Website updates
- Marketing consultations
Ready to get started?
Resources
- Logos, Templates, and Brand Guide
In addition to various logo files, you’ll find PowerPoint templates, Zoom backgrounds, letterhead, and other goodies. If you need something special, let us know. - Digital Signs
Our department controls messaging on digital signs in the entryway and lounges for School of Nursing’s buildings on each campus. Find size specifications and submit requests for display here. - Model Release Form (for Adults of Minors) | View all PDF Model Release Forms (including HIPAA)
We’ll need one of these on file for all images that we use on the website and brochures, Please fill one out so we can use your photos. - Faculty & Staff Headshots
Rutgers School of Nursing faculty and staff can request a professional headshot through the Rutgers Communication. Headshots are available by appointment at the R-Comm portrait studio. - Student Headshots
Students can access free headshot services on campus according to campus:
New Brunswick/Piscataway Student Headshots
Newark Student Headshots - Backdrops and Exhibit Kits
Faculty and staff can request branded exhibit kits and backdrops for events and conferences on and off campus. The kit includes table coverings, banners, podium signs, and other items. To check availability and submit a request, please visit the exhibit kit website. - School Publications (Magazines and Newsletters)
Check out Nursing Rounds, our e-newsletter, to see School of Nursing’s Excellence in Action throughout the year. Our other printed/digital publications have feature stories and are archived here as well. Send us your achievements! Our faculty, staff, and students are the ingredients for our success, so let us know your news.
Our Team

Michele Lam-Fortes
Director for the Department of Marketing, Communications & Public Relations
Contact Michele

Lynn McFarlane
Associate Director for the Department of Marketing, Communications & Public Relations
Contact Lynn

Thomas P, DiStefano
Assistant Director for Digital Communication and User Experience
Contact Thomas

Dorothy Mui
Graphic Design Assistant
Our Services
- Web, Publications, and Brochures
- Advertising – digital, nursing journals, etc
- Graphic and visual design
- Web design and updates
- Media relations and press releases
- Academic program marketing
- Poster printing (research posters, events, signs)
- Video production
- Social media content and strategy
- Newsletter marketing