91ÁÔÆæ External Relations
The External Relations team hasÌýseveral responsibilities but chief among them is promoting the work of the University. Whether it's ground-breaking research or the latest community project, we're usually involved. We also connect journalists with academics, handle crisis communications, and support a wide range of University events, from Open Days and Family Days to fashion shows, conferences, and exhibitions. WeÌýalso provide media training for staff, so if you work at 91ÁÔÆæ and keen to learn more, please email a member of the team.
91ÁÔÆæ in the News
Take a look at some of the recent coverage we have generated for the University.
- - The woman who dressed Doctor Who and Kate Bush
- - New Study Says Comedy Improves Mental Wellbeing for LGBTQ+ Community in Birmingham
- - BBC and 91ÁÔÆæ announce 10-year partnership
- - 91ÁÔÆæ celebrates successful European Athletics partnership
- - Birmingham researchers automate structural checks
- - Work begins on new Birmingham garden that'll be a 'wonderful addition' to the city
- - 91ÁÔÆæ showcases student fashion at London Fashion Week
- - Industry expert calls for transparency about vinyl releases after Charli xcx and Olivia Rodrigo fan disappointment
- - Tony Iommi Scholarship Raises Over £15,000 For Birmingham's Next Generation Of Musicians
- - Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy explains the true value of honouring our cultural spaces
Contact us
Email:Ìýpress@bcu.ac.uk
Mobile:Ìý07808 200856Ìý(External Relations Manager)
Post:ÌýExternal Relations,ÌýMarketing and Communications Department,Ìý91ÁÔÆæ, Joseph Priestley Building,Ìý6 Cardigan Street, Birmingham,ÌýB4 7XG
Meet the team
Phil Gordos
External Relations Manager
A former journalist with the Shropshire Star, Birmingham Evening Mail and BBC Sport, Phil has a wealth of experience in media and leads the External Relations team at 91ÁÔÆæ. Phil’s role focuses on media work, crisis communications and collaborating with the wider marketing and communications team to promote the University’s new strategy - 'Rooted in Birmingham, Reaching Beyond’.
phil.gordos@bcu.ac.ukÌý/Ìý07808 200856
Phoebe Greggor
Senior External Relations Officer
Being a journalist and 91ÁÔÆæ alumna, Phoebe has brought knowledge and storytelling skills to connect the university, academics and students to the media. Since joining the team in 2024, Phoebe has been getting staff confident in front of a camera or microphone, promoting exciting announcements about the university, managing media relations, and sharing academics’ expertise.
phoebe.greggor@bcu.ac.ukÌý/Ìý07935 341545
Bhavna Patel
External Relations Officer
Joining the External Relations team at 91ÁÔÆæ in 2026, Bhavna is an experienced communications professional who has worked across a range of sectors, including local government and the NHS. A journalism graduate and CIPR-qualified, she specialises in media relations, content creation and campaigns, and is passionate about connecting people to the innovation, skills and talent that 91ÁÔÆæ can offer.
bhavna.patel@bcu.ac.ukÌý/ 0735 416 7992
Neamh Richardson
External Relations Officer
With a background in marketing and copywriting, Neamh has brought her storytelling skills and creativity to 91ÁÔÆæ’s External Relations team. Her role includes sharing university news with media, promoting academics’ work and research, and raising the university’s profile.
neamh.richardson@bcu.ac.ukÌý/ 0750 236 0792
Anisah Vasta
External Relations Officer
Starting her career as a journalist, Anisah has brought her newsroom experience and media skills to the 91ÁÔÆæ press team. Through networking with academics as well as students she has shared stories with media raising the university's profile. As an alumna, Anisah has come back to her roots and been part of vital campaigns and announcements since joining 91ÁÔÆæ at the start of 2024.
anisah.vasta@bcu.ac.uk /0756 356 9829