Findlay, Ohio – Suzanne Wilcox English has been appointed director of public information of The University of Findlay, effective Feb. 1, 2006.

As director, she will oversee the Office of Public Information which includes a staff of eight with responsibility for news releases and other communications, print publications, Internet-based communications and advertising, and serve as a University spokesperson and a liaison between the public and the University’s administrative leadership.

“Sue English is a consummate professional who sets and exceeds high levels of performance for herself and her colleagues,” said David P. Ferguson, vice president for development at The University of Findlay. “She is a person of high
integrity and good humor who, I am confident,    
will do much to position the University very well. I look forward to her arrival on campus and to the contributions she will make.”
“The University of Findlay has an impressive history and outstanding reputation, as well as a bright future,” English said. “I am excited to be affiliated with an institution that combines a stellar teaching faculty with a innovative approach to education. I look forward to working with the administration, faculty and staff to spread the word about the wonderful things Findlay has to offer today’s students.”

English is currently serving as executive-in-charge of marketing and public relations at St. Bonaventure University, Bonaventure, N.Y. During her tenure, she was responsible for implementing a graduate marketing research and advertising program and overseeing media relations and internal electronic communications.

She also serves as St. Bonaventure University’s director of media relations and previously served as assistant director of public relations for media relations. She was formerly an award-winning reporter and correspondent coordinator for The Bradford Era newspaper.

She earned a bachelor of arts degree in journalism and mass communication from St. Bonaventure, where she is working toward a M.B.A.

English has been active in public service organizations including serving as township supervisor for Otto Township, Pa., and board member for Leadership Cattaraugus in Cattaraugus County, N.Y. and the Twin Tiers Pregnancy Care Center in Bradford, Pa.