The Education Department is excited to welcome Kara McCrudden as the new Marketing Communications and Recruitment Manager! In this position, Kara will lead the planning and execution of our marketing communications strategy and develop content that highlights the value and impact of the department’s research and teaching. She will also design and lead digital marketing for our graduate programs and direct recruitment and outreach activities. Kara brings extensive experience in creating impactful messaging and compelling stories. She is eager to craft engaging and original narratives that showcase the achievements and activities of our faculty, students, alumni, and programs. 

Kara graduated from Stonehill College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, majoring in Marketing and minoring in Communications. Prior to joining Brown, she worked in public relations and marketing for several companies, most recently serving as the Senior Public Relations Manager at Dynatrace, a software company based in Massachusetts.

As a Rhode Island native, Kara is excited about the opportunity to promote the Education Department’s work and its positive impact on the local community. She is passionate about educational equity and ensuring that every student has access to high-quality education. 

Kara looks forward to collaborating with faculty, students and alumni. Feel free to reach out via email or stop by her desk (271-G) anytime!