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The award-winning ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø Public Information Office (PIO) exists to create awareness and share the story of ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø and its impact on the community.

PIO develops and executes strategic marketing communications campaigns; implements the district’s governmental relations; and serves the college community by offering publicity, promotion, advertising, marketing, and branding assistance. This office also acts as a resource before, during, and after emergency situations by providing guidelines and information to help manage crisis situations.

All staff and faculty at ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø are encouraged to work with PIO to ensure maximum exposure of their initiatives, campaigns, classes, events, or workshops.

Use of the ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø Logo

The ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø logo is a protected institutional asset and may not be used without prior written approval from the Public Information Office (PIO).

This includes, but is not limited to, use on promotional materials, flyers, digital graphics, and event signage. Unauthorized use of the College logo can create confusion about sponsorship or affiliation and may result in reputational harm.

To request permission for logo use, please contact the Public Information Office at pio@miracosta.edu.

Thank you for helping us uphold the integrity of ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø’s brand and ensuring all uses align with our mission and values.

Location

Oceanside Campus
Building 1000
760.757.2121
Fax 760.795.6609

Mailing Address / Office Hours

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Public Information Office, MS 7
1 Barnard Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056
Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

areas of service

Strategic Communications
PIO serves ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø by effectively communicating and marketing our mission, programs, and events to the college community and the public. Our team has the breadth of talent, expertise, and contacts to share your story with a broad audience, including members of the media, local and global community members, government officials, social media users, current supporters, internal campus members, and many others. Contact Kristen Gonzales for communication assistance.

Media Design & Application
Our graphic designers work together–and with you–across numerous formats and mediums to best communicate your message. PIO can assist you with banner, brochure, and flyer designs. Our office also offers a full , certificates with holders, , and . .

Visual Identity/Branding Guide
PIO is responsible for growing and protecting the ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø brand. PIO maintains the ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø Branding Guide which outlines proper brand implementation.

Marketing & Advertising
PIO publishes various e-newsletters including The ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇøn, Arts & Events,  and ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø Spotlight. Faculty and staff are encouraged to submit content. PIO also manages the district official college social media pages. View all college social media pages in our directory.

Marketing Toolbox
PIO can and presentation templates that employees can use to promote events, classes, and/or workshops. .

Photography & Videography
The depiction of our college in photos is a critical component of ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø’s brand. can stand on its own or it can be integrated into a more comprehensive communication strategy. ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø offers photography services for college events based on availability. To view the college's comprehensive archive, .

To learn more about the services PIO offers, .