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Director of Communications

Eric Van Danen

Director of Communications, Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education
Eric arrived at Stanford in January 2015 as VPUE's new director of communications. His experience pulls from a diverse background in strategic communications, integrated marketing communications, graphic design, writing, editing, brand development, web development, crisis communications, media relations, digital photography, social media, strategic planning, and documentary video production and editing. Prior to Stanford, Eric was at Duke University, where he served as director of communications for DukeEngage, a global community engagement and service program. He previously served as communications director for Duke's Division of Student Affairs. Eric has also worked for universities in Texas and Iowa. Eric received his master's degree in journalism and mass communications from the University of Iowa and his bachelor of arts in English from Cornell College.