Communications
Manages social media, newsletters, the organization's website, and blog content to keep our community informed and engaged.
Committee Chairs
Communications Committee Co-chair
Communications Committee Co-chair
Committee Members
Siqin Li
Isha Parikh
Communications Committee
Shreya Rajasekar
Communications Committee
About
The Communications committee ensures effective information flow within our organization and to the broader community. We manage multiple communication channels and maintain the organization’s website.
Our Responsibilities
Communications
- Managing social media presence, including weekly LinkedIn content
- Creating and distributing quarterly newsletters (every 3 months at minimum)
- Maintaining our member mailing list across platforms
- Maintaining public relations
- Developing communication policies and guidelines
Website & Blog
- Website Maintenance: Keep the organization’s website updated with current events, blogs, newsletters, resources, and member highlights.
- Blog Organization: Curate and coordinate blog content from members and guest contributors, including managing submission deadlines and editorial scheduling.
- Site Innovation: Identify opportunities for new tools, layouts, and interactive elements that improve functionality and reflect the evolving needs of the community.
- Amplifying Committee Voices: Partner with other committees to support and showcase their initiatives online while improving user experience.
- User Experience: Lead new website features that enhance transparency, accessibility, and inclusivity in both design and content.
- Brand Consistency and Visual Design: Ensure consistent brand identity across digital platforms and create graphics for social media and promotional materials.
Communication Channels
We maintain an active presence on:
- Email newsletters
- Our website
- Slack
2026 Goals
- Publish a quarterly newsletter (every 6 months at minimum)
- Maintain and grow our member mailing list from event platforms
- Keep the website current and up to date
- Hold monthly committee meetings
- Post weekly content on LinkedIn, including:
- Reposts and community highlights
- New blog announcements
- Event advertisements and recaps
- Organization announcements
- Member spotlights
- Publish regular blog posts with scheduled submission deadlines
Submit a Blog Post
Have something to share with the community? We welcome blog contributions from members and guest writers on topics related to bioinformatics, career development, and more.
Get Involved
Interested in communications, web development, or blogging? Reach out to us on Slack or at communications@boston-wib.org. We welcome contributors of all skill levels!