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Stories tagged with: Master of Public Administration

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MPA

窪蹋勛圖s MPA programs: Real-world impact with flexible options

What does it take to be an effective leader in government, nonprofits, or the public sector? OHIO's Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs are made for todays professionals.

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Appalachian Impact

What comes after coal? How OHIO is helping Appalachian recovery

In Appalachian Ohio, when a coal-fired power plant shuts down, entire communities feel the aftershocks. At 窪蹋勛圖's Voinovich School, Master of Public Administration students are stepping into the gap, bringing policy ideas, research and on-the-ground support to help towns recover.

Jamie Carmichael, MPA 03, Chief Program Officer at the Ohio Department of Aging
Career

How OHIO's MPA program generates career-building insights

Jamie Carmichael, MPA 03, has risen through the ranks of state government to Chief Program Officer at the Ohio Department of Aging. Heres her take on how OHIO's MPA program set her up for success.

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University Community

Keynote speaker brings regional roots, real-world advice to OHIO Southern graduation ceremony

窪蹋勛圖 Southern graduate Stephan Harris returns as keynote speaker for the 2025 ceremony, sharing a message of persistence, community, and the power of asking questions and getting involved.

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OHIO Alumni

OHIO alumnus helping to plan U.S. birthday celebration

Todd Kleismit, MPA 05, is the executive director of the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, responsible for preparing Ohio for the nations 250th anniversary in 2026.

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Student Success

Lillian Peterson: Merging education, experience to transform community support through the Voinovich School

This years Harry G. and Bridget S. Hampson Scholarship recipient, Lillian Peterson is passionate about driving meaningful and challenging work to improve people's livelihoods in her community

Jamie McGrew
OHIO Impact

Jamie McGrew empowers change in Appalachia with Marianne Post Arlia MPA Scholarship

From a passionate service provider to a systemic change agent, Jamie McGrews journey exemplifies her deep commitment to improving lives in Southeastern Ohio.

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Student Success

Ava Hamilton: Embracing a future in public administration

After her internship at the Appalachian Regional Commission's Office of General Counsel in Washington, D.C., Ava Hamilton decided to pursue a masters in public administration (MPA) instead.

Aidan Tansey
Student Success

Aidan Tansey: Shaping a future in conservation through the Voinovich School

Aidan Tansey was recently honored with the Marty Wall MPA Scholarship in Public Administration (Nonprofit Management).

Voinovich School
Research & Impact

OHIOs George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service further climbs national graduate school rankings

OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service continued to strengthen its national reputation in leadership and public affairs education by ranking 57th in U.S. News & World Reports latest list of top public affairs graduate schools for 2023-2024.

Shantelle K. Jenkins, Ed.D.

Shantelle K. Jenkins uplifts students serving humanity for the greater good

Shantelle K. Jenkins, Ed.D., committed her career and her lifes work to public service.

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New Opportunities and Lasting Connections

窪蹋勛圖Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service graduate Kenneth Wilson, MPA 93, foundhimself at 窪蹋勛圖 almost by surprise.

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Fulbright Scholar used lessons from MPA program for UN work in the Congo

Fulbright Scholar Emmanuel Manu Ngueyanouba originally meant to attend 窪蹋勛圖 only for an eight-month English enhancement program.

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Sylvia Rios passion for non-profit pushed her to get an MPA

Sylvia Rios firmly believes there is no perfect time to go back to school. She thinks if one wants to achieve their goal, they just have to do it and not let excuses stand in the way.

MPA students

Executive and Online MPA Virtual Preview offers inside look at program

Working professionals ready to advance their career or expand job opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Executive Master of Public Administrationand Online MPA Virtual Preview.

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