The Office of Communications and Marketing develops strategic marketing and communications initiatives to promote the Lake Forest College brand to various audiences including prospective and current students, alumni, parents, donors, faculty and staff, and media.
We provide top-tier support in the areas of photography, videography, media, news stories, social, website, and content writing and are excited to partner with various offices across the campus community to support your needs and help you meet your goals.
Who We Are
Jackie Hoefler
Interim Associate Vice President for College Marketing
P: 847-735-5014
hoefler@lakeforest.edu
Ian Blank
Videographer/Photographer
P: 847-735-6026
iblank@lakeforest.edu
Linda Blaser
News and Media Relations Manager
P: 847-735-6177
blaser@lakeforest.edu
Tara Christopher
Marketing and Communications Coordinator
P: 847-735-5003
tchristopher@lakeforest.edu
Emma O’Hagan
Senior Graphic Designer and Brand Manager
P: 847-735-5080
ohagan@lakeforest.edu
Meghan O'Toole
Digital Marketing and Content Specialist
P: 847-735-6025
motoole@lakeforest.edu
Stephanie Pfenning
Director of Marketing and Communications
P: 847-735-5007
pfenning@lakeforest.edu
Ian Schappe
Web Manager
P: 847-735-5019
ischappe@lakeforest.edu
Our Latest Work
Brown Hall Grand Opening
With cutting-edge classrooms designed to support learning and architectural features that elevate the campus both aesthetically and functionally, Brown Hall represents the College's commitment to providing attention, resources, and guidance to students. Technology and classrooms can be leveraged according to the needs and vision of the instructor to enhance learning. Additionally, Brown Hall houses the Gorter Family Career Advancement Center, cementing the College's commitment to students' goals, aspirations, and futures.
