2024 MPA Academic Excellence Awardee: Kellie Sartoris

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Kellie Sartoris, MPA ’24

Full Name: Kellie Ann Sartoris

Title and Organization: Academic Policy and Administration Intern, Office of the Provost, UConn

SPP Degree and Graduation Year: MPA, ‘24


Kellie Sartoris received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Connecticut in 2023. As an undergraduate, she participated in the School of Public Policy’s Fast Track program and held positions within the UConn Office of the Registrar and Women’s Center. As a Masters of Public Administration (MPA) student with a focus on Public Policy, Diversity, and Inclusion, Kellie completed her Internship and Professional Practice (IPP) placement with the UConn Office of the Provost where she analyzed and developed university academic affairs policy. Upon graduation in May 2024, she plans to continue working in higher education administration.