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Pedro Ribeiro

Vice President for Public Affairs and Communications

Pedro Ribeiro was appointed vice president for public affairs and communications in October 2023. In this role he provides strategic communications and government relations advice to the president and other senior University leaders, communicating about and advocating for the mission and priorities of Notre Dame. He oversees the offices of public affairs, central communications, and Notre Dame Magazine.

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Andrew Barlow

Associate Vice President, Communications

Andrew Barlow was appointed associate vice president of communications in July 2025. In this role, he manages media relations, social media, internal communications, and crisis communications. Prior to joining the University, he served as senior counselor at Legend Labs in Austin, Texas, advising clients in higher education, the Fortune 100, and the nonprofit world on a wide range of communication issues. He received his bachelor’s degree from Notre Dame.

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Beth Grisoli

Assistant Vice President, Creative and Brand Management

Beth Grisoli was appointed assistant vice president of creative and brand management in July 2025. She manages brand content, brand design, and web development, working closely with campus partners on strategic planning and collaboration. She produces Notre Dame’s award-winning “What Would You Fight For?” series that airs during Fighting Irish home football games on NBC. Beth holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Notre Dame and has worked at the University since 2007.

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Laura Parker McAleer

Associate Vice President, Washington Office

Laura McAleer serves as the University’s spokesperson and representative in our Nation’s capital, responsible for the development and execution of the University’s communications and engagement strategy in Washington, DC.

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Tim Sexton

Associate Vice President for Public Affairs

Tim Sexton has served as associate vice president for public affairs since 2009. Tim focuses on state and local government relations, as well as community relations. He serves as the primary liaison between Notre Dame and community leaders. Prior to his coming back to his alma mater, he served as vice president of community development at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center (SJRMC), where he represented SJRMC with federal, state, and local elected officials. Tim earned both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from Notre Dame.