Curtis named WVU Extension Service director of communications and marketing

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At
the heart of the West Virginia University Extension Service is a passion for the state and its
people. That statement also holds true for Tara Curtis, the new director
of communications and marketing for the University’s main outreach arm,
bringing more than 20 years of public relations, communications and marketing
experience to the unit.

Not
only is she a Mountaineer through and through in regards to her work experience
and academic career, but she’s also acutely aware of Extension’s mission as she
spent part of her youth growing up in West Virginia 4-H programs.

According
to Curtis, it’s a foundation that will serve her well as the University and
Extension Service work tirelessly to improve the lives of all West Virginians. 

“The
work done through WVU Extension is vital to our state. Our educational
programs, resources, outreach initiatives and research open doors to
opportunity for our fellow West Virginians,” said Curtis. “I’m looking forward
to working with the Extension team to showcase these amazing stories while connecting
people to the wonderful things we offer.”

WVU
Extension Service Dean and Director Steve Bonanno expressed that he
was delighted with the hire, and knows full well the capabilities that Curtis
brings to the WVU Extension Service.

“Tara
is well respected in the WVU community for her professionalism and passion for
the University’s mission,” said Bonanno. “But, what gives me the most
confidence in her is the fact that she’s so active in numerous community and charitable
organizations around town — that demonstrates a character that aligns with the
core of what we’re all about.”

Curtis
comes to the WVU Extension Service after serving as the director of
communications and marketing for the WVU School
of Nursing. Before that, she led communications for the WVU Alumni Association for more than 11 years. 

She
holds a bachelor’s ...

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