We’re Duke’s central communications and marketing team, connecting the university’s ideas, impact and people to audiences around the world.
Team Mission
Our mission is to advance Duke’s strategic priorities through cohesive storytelling, data-driven campaigns and visually compelling content. We ensure consistency of message, tone and visual identity across platforms, reinforcing Duke’s brand integrity and strengthening connections with stakeholders worldwide.
Meet the Team
Our team spans media relations, social, research communications, issues management, digital strategy, and creative production.
At the center of it all, a shared goal: telling Duke’s story in ways that reflect the ambition, impact, and energy of the university itself.
Want to work with us? Visit our request forms.

Frank Tramble
Vice President, Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs
Frank Tramble is a highly accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in strategic executive communications, crisis communications, integrated marketing and brand management.
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Mitchell
Bausch
Associate Director of Communications Strategy and Operations
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Michelle
Benham
Senior Director for Communications (Duke Community Affairs)
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Pamela
Gibbs-Smith
Assistant Vice President, Communication Strategy and Operations, Chief of Staff
For VP requests: vppublicaffairs@duke.edu
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Frank
Tramble
Vice President, Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs
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Michele
Wittman
Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Communications, Marketing & Public Affairs
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Rin-rin
Yu
Assistant Vice President, Strategic Communications and Editorial Content
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Mitchell
Bausch
Associate Director of Communications Strategy and Operations
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Pamela
Gibbs-Smith
Assistant Vice President, Communication Strategy and Operations, Chief of Staff
For VP requests: vppublicaffairs@duke.edu
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Michele
Wittman
Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Communications, Marketing & Public Affairs
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Rin-rin
Yu
Assistant Vice President, Strategic Communications and Editorial Content
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Michelle
Benham
Senior Director for Communications (Duke Community Affairs)
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Rin-rin
Yu
Assistant Vice President, Strategic Communications and Editorial Content
We work alongside Duke communicators, faculty, staff and external partners. Get in touch to learn more about how we can help you.
