Christian Basi leads the media relations office at the University of Missouri, overseeing communications for both the University of Missouri System and its flagship campus. He manages a team of professionals and student interns who focus on sharing impactful stories, particularly about health strategies and advancements at one of the nation’s top hospitals. His team works closely with scientists and administrators to promote research, manage public safety information, and build relationships with media outlets at local, state, and national levels, specializing in strategic and crisis communication.