UMB has impressive people and remarkable stories. Let Communications and Public Affairs (OCPA) help you share those stories and successes. OCPA offers design, marketing, media relations, photography, videography, social media, web and editing services.
Communications and Public Affairs

The Office of Communications and Public Affairs (OCPA) leads integrated marketing and communications efforts across the University — internally and externally. We work to ensure a consistent, compelling brand that supports every initiative, campaign, and conversation. Whether you’re promoting a program, launching an event, or advancing a department’s goals, we help amplify your message. Our work strengthens visibility, drives engagement, supports advocacy, and enhances fundraising efforts — positioning your work for greater impact.

Services
UMB has incredible people and remarkable stories. Let Communications and Public Affairs (CPA) help you share those stories and successes.

Design
Our team designs and creates visuals for digital displays, eFlyers, and more.
About Design Services
Marketing
CPA is your source for project management, marketing plans, and production.
About Marketing Services
Media Relations
Look to our team for media monitoring, outreach, and news coverage.
About Media Relations Services
Photography and Videography
Need photos? CPA is your source for videography, official portraits, and general photography.
About Photography and Videography Services
Social Media
The Digital Marketing Team promotes UMB through various digital sources.
About Social Media Services
Web and Interactive Media
Communicate and engage with the UMB community through a variety of web platforms.
About Web and Interactive Media Services
Writing and Editing
Our team produces informative and entertaining stories, uncovers errors, and refreshes existing content.
About Writing and Editing Services
We Have the Resources to Make You an Expert
Explore our resource library to help you create better content, reflect the UMB brand appropriately, and promote your department or event.
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Brand Style Guide
Colors, logos, and other guides to the UMB brand.
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For Web Editors
Make the UMB website work for you.
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For Journalists
We encourage members of the media to contact a media relations specialist.
Contact
Communications and Public Affairs
220 Arch St.
13th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
Fill out our work request form to get in touch with our project managers.