Quinnipiac University

Media Relations

Arnold Bernhard Library in the distance through autumn trees

Media Relations

Quinnipiac's media relations team is connected with journalists and news outlets in the neighborhood and around the world, sharing inspiring stories from students, faculty and staff, and responding to media inquiries about Quinnipiac. If you're interested in connecting with a member of Quinnipiac's network, please contact us.

 

Contact Public Relations

John Morgan
Associate Vice President for Public Relations

203-582-5359 (office)
203-206-4449 (mobile)
john.morgan@qu.edu

John Pettit
Associate Director of Public Relations

203-582-8580 (office)
203-415-7370 (mobile)
john.pettit@qu.edu

Latest News

Jeff Dorman and his family group photo

Alumnus’ national nonprofit praised on floor of U.S. House of Representatives

Get the Details

Quinnipiac University Poll

Frequently cited by journalists, public officials and researchers, the Quinnipiac University Poll is widely regarded for its accuracy and reliability. We regularly survey residents in Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and nationwide about state and national elections and issues of public concern, such as schools, taxes, transportation, municipal services and the environment. 

Check out the Quinnipiac Poll Site

 

In the News

‘Excitement and concerns over OpenAI’s Sora 2 and other AI video tools’

October 08, 2025

Adam Nemeroff, assistant provost for Innovations in Learning, Teaching & Tech explains the issues with AI content and videos co-existing with human-made videos.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘As the US government hits pause, Trump’s economic chaos only accelerates’

October 02, 2025

Mohammad Elahee, professor of international business explains how the government shutdown represents a systemic shock and affects the economy.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Travis Kelce’s New Subscriber Count After Taylor Swift Appearance - Revealed’

August 15, 2025

Ari Perez, associate professor of civil engineering provides their perspective on why the surge in subscriber numbers is a reflection of Taylor Swift.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Trump tax hikes pressuring top universities to make education more affordable might do the opposite’

July 22, 2025

Mohammad Elahee, professor of international business, explains that when big universities say they are absorbing new tax burdens, they may find other creative ways to reduce the burden.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Successor talks swirls as 61,000 pay homage to Pope Francis’

April 24, 2025

Grace Yukich, professor of sociology, describes Pope Francis’ legacy as one of humility through decades of significant changes.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Can Young People Afford to Not Go to College’

March 13, 2025

President Judy Olian explains the importance of higher education and how not going to college could be the most expensive decision.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Minnesota considers blocking ‘nudify’ apps that use AI to make explicit images without consent’

March 04, 2025

Wayne Unger, assistant professor of law explains how the Minnesota bill will need more clarity to survive a court challenge.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Got quiet quitters on your team? Assess your own managerial practices before critiquing’

February 27, 2025

Carrie Bulger, professor of psychology, describes how quiet quitting is something that employees do by setting clear boundaries of doing what’s required. Employees are now prioritizing a healthier work-life balance.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘25 St. Patrick’s Day Traditions That Will Bring You Luck’

February 21, 2025

Christine Kinealy, professor of history and director of Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute, explains the history behind some of the most popular and lucky St. Patrick’s Day traditions.

Open the link in a new window Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Health and Human Services secretary influences every aspect of America’s health’

February 03, 2025

Angela Mattie, professor of management, explains how the health and human services secretary has a significant role in America’s healthcare.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Examining the Future: Joan Howarth and Deborah Jones Merritt are spearheading efforts to reinvent attorney licensing’

February 01, 2025

Brian Gallini, Dean of the School of Law, commends Joan Howarth and Deborah Merritt for their decades-long fight to reform the bar exam.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘CNN laying off about 200 employees as part of shift to digital model ’

January 23, 2025

Ben Bogardus, associate professor of journalism, explains how the layoffs could hurt CNN’s ability to cover news.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘What does the health and human services secretary do?’

January 23, 2025

Angela Mattie, professor of management, describes how the secretary of health and human services plays a critical role in America’s healthcare.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘A retired bishop transforms guns into garden tools to help youths envision peace’

January 21, 2025

Pina Violano, clinical associate professor of nursing, co-funded the S2P Northeast chapter with Bishop Jim Curry. The focus of the chapter is to raise awareness about gun violence.

Open the link in a new window Opens in a new tab or window.

‘How the TikTok ban works: Why not complying if risky, even if Trump wants to help’

January 17, 2025

Wayne Unger, assistant professor of law, explains how the big companies are affected by the TikTok ban.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘The Scariest Horror Films of 2024 Reflected Women’s Real-Life Terror After Roe v. Wade Was Overturned: You Can Revolt in Your Own Unique Way’

December 05, 2024

Ashley Brandon, associate professor of film, television, and media arts, explains how horror movies have evolved through the years and the relation to women’s rights.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

‘Disney Has a Trump Problem’

November 23, 2024

Wayne Unger, assistant professor of law, explains how the First Amendment will protect major broadcast networks against retaliatory actions.

Read the article Opens in a new tab or window.

Trump justice: Who will Donald Trump name as U.S. attorney general?

November 08, 2024

Wayne Unger, Assistant Professor of Law, provides his perspective on the potential consequences of Trump’s approach to appointing officials to his administration, particularly the head of the Justice Department.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

Will the polls be more accurate this election year?

October 20, 2024

Doug Schwartz, Director of the Quinnipiac Poll, was interviewed by Steve Kornacki about how the Quinnipiac Poll is conducting its polls this election cycle.

Watch the interview Opens in a new tab or window.

Can attorney licensing reform survive Calif's rebuff of bar exam alternative?

October 17, 2024

Brian Gallini, Dean of School of Law, commented on California's rejection of the alternative licensing model that could hinder other states' efforts to pursue similar reforms.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

The Kindness of Strangers: Remembering the Tragedy of the Brig St. John in 1849

October 12, 2024

Christine Kinealy, professor of history and director of Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute, wrote an article divulging the 1849 Brig St. John shipwreck. Kinealy emphasizes how its remembrance fosters empathy toward refugees and inspires action against social injustices today.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

Why OpenAI needs another $6.6 billion in VC money

October 03, 2024

Brian O’Neill, interim associate dean for academic affairs and programs and associate professor of computer science, was quoted about a new California bill impacting the use of AI.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

How to archive your photos in the digital age

September 24, 2024

Wasim Ahmad, assistant teaching professor of journalism, wrote the article, “How to archive your photos in the digital age,” which delves into the importance of backing up digital photos to prevent loss.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

One Week After Meeting, a Bloody Nose and an ‘I Love You’

September 24, 2024

School of Nursing alumnus, Gregory Addicott, was featured in The New York Times, which showcased key moments of his relationship with his partner, from their engagement to their wedding celebration.

Read the story Opens in a new tab or window.

University at a glance

Aerial view of the dormitories on the Mount Carmel Campus in Hamden Connecticut.

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational university in Southern New England where students receive an educational experience that’s both personal and challenging from faculty who care deeply about student outcomes. Our three campuses are located in Hamden and North Haven, Connecticut. We offer more than 100 programs to an estimated 7,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students.

We provide the knowledge and tools you need to make an impact in any field you choose. We focus exclusively on the professions. We deliver extraordinarily well-prepared professionals through a combination of market-driven knowledge and expertise, a world-sized classroom, academic innovation and effectiveness, and the quintessential student experience. Our approach is unique in higher education and our network of nearly 50,000 alumni and their success prove the value of a Quinnipiac education every day.

Learn more about Quinnipiac