David Day


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  • Director of Strategic Communications

Contact Info

230 Strong Hall
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard
Lawrence, KS 66045

Biography

As director of strategic communications in the Office of Public Affairs, David develops communications to engage students, faculty, staff and external stakeholders; raise awareness of university strategies and priorities; enhance positive perceptions of the university; and strengthen the KU brand.

He previously served as associate director of internal communications in the Provost's Office, managing communications for KU Information Technology, Finance, HR and Operations units, while also supporting overall Provost Office communications. He joined KU in 2012, serving as director of external affairs for KU Information Technology until his position was elevated to the Provost Office and expanded in 2018.

Prior to joining KU, David was executive editor for Thinking Bigger Business Media in Kansas City, and previously served as internal communications manager at Payless ShoeSource, and director of marketing for Kansas Technology Enterprise Corporation.