The ending of peak fall foliage on the Medford/Somerville campus on October 26th, 2023.

Welcome to Public Affairs

 We advance the university’s strategic priorities by telling the Tufts story, promoting the research and scholarship of our faculty and students, and deepening relationships with our communities.

The Division of Public Affairs brings Government and Community Relations (GCR) and University Communications and Marketing (UCM) together to create valuable opportunities for greater collaboration and a more unified approach to sharing the Tufts story and advocating for our interests with our many audiences, host communities, and constituencies at the local, state, and federal levels.

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Government and Community Relations

GCR is the university’s primary liaison for our neighbors, community partners, and government officials. We help Tufts use its resources, expertise, and knowledge to benefit the people of Boston, Grafton, Medford, and Somerville.

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University Communications and Marketing

UCM tells the university story, engaging internal and external audiences through media relations, communications, branding, and marketing efforts. We increase awareness, build connections, and inspire pride in Tufts.