April Kaull Named Associate Vice President for Strategic Communications at Carnegie Mellon University.
April Kaull has been appointed associate vice president for strategic communications at Carnegie Mellon University. Kaull served West Virginia University in various roles, most recently...
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April Kaull has been appointed associate vice president for strategic communications at Carnegie Mellon University.
Kaull served West Virginia University in various roles, most recently leading the news and research communications staff while serving as the university’s media spokesperson. Her responsibilities included the coordination of leadership messaging, management of institutional crisis communications, and overseeing the university’s WVU Magazine.
Kaull holds a bachelor’s degree in broadcast news and a master’s degree in integrated marketing communications, both from WVU.
“This is a pivotal time for Carnegie Mellon to advance the transformative narrative of our academic and research mission and how it positively impacts the greater good in society,” said Tysen Kendig, vice president for university communications and marketing. “April’s impressive experience, energy, collaborative nature, and excellence in all manner of communications will benefit the entire CMU community in more effectively spreading our story of profound impact on a global level. I couldn’t be more excited to have her join our team.”
“I felt an instant connection during my visit to campus, and every person I met reinforced the heartfelt spirit that makes Carnegie Mellon — one of the world’s most prestigious and innovative universities — so special,” Kaull said. “I want to thank Vice President Kendig and the university’s leadership for this opportunity to join the CMU family and to build on its foundation of excellence to share the manifold stories of the positive impact Carnegie Mellon makes in people’s lives each day.”
As associate vice president, Kaull will be a key coordinator and leader among other communicators across the university, developing a comprehensive content strategy while raising standards and developing talent. She will be responsible for delivering content and communications that are creatively and strategically implemented for maximum impact across various audiences.
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