؛¬ذك²فتسئµ Office of Marketing and Communications
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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
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,†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