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Letlow named Director of External Affairs and Strategic Communications at ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ

Published October 8, 2018

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Dr. Julia Letlow has been named Executive Director of External Affairs and Strategic Communications at the University of Louisiana Monroe.ج‎
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Letlow most recently served as the Director of Marketing and Communications where she helped lead the rebranding initiative for ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ.ج‎

Dr. Julia Letlow

In her new role, she serves as the governmental liaison on behalf of the university. Her work includes developing and strengthening relationships with governmental policy-makers who have a direct impact on ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ. Letlow also supervises strategic communications and initiatives to promote a positive public opinion of ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ.ج‎
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“Dr. Letlow brings experience in the public and private sectors to her work for ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ,â€‌ said Dr. Nick J. Bruno, president of ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ. “It is important to have someone with her knowledge of the political climate in the position to provide advice on governmental matters and policy changes at the local, state, and federal levels.â€‌ج‎
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Letlow’s experience in higher education began at ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ in 2003 as a teaching associate in the Communication Department. She continued her graduate studies at the University of South Florida and completed her Ph.D. in Communication.

Letlow began her professional career at ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ in 2007 working on special projects for the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. She then accepted a position at Tulane University School of Medicine as the Director of Education and Patient Safety. During her tenure there she created a curriculum for physicians to strengthen their communication skills and served as an advocate for patient safety.
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“؛¬ذك²فتسئµ is a huge economic driver for north Louisiana with a strong state and national footprint,â€‌ Letlow said. “I look forward to strengthening relationships with those who will continue to champion our university and the students we serve.â€‌
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Letlow has worked for political campaigns in north Louisiana as both a volunteer and staff member. Her direct participation in Louisiana politics gives her insight into strategies and alliances necessary to accomplish goals when working with elected officials.ج‎