Author: Kish, Lian

MPP Student Believes Effective Policy Can Fix Global Problems

Alex Wang decided to apply to UConn’s Department of Public Policy (DPP) because of the support network at the DPP. He cites opportunities for professional development events, graduate certificate options, funding and the DPP’s Internship and Professional Practice (IPP) Program behind his decision to apply. To Alex, “… the structure of the DPP curriculum provides […]

UConn Gives: Department of Public Policy Student Hardship Fund

In preparation for UConn Gives 2021, we thought we would answer a few questions about UConn’s fundraising initiative. What is UConn Gives? UConn Gives is a university-wide online fundraising initiative to support UConn. It is an opportunity for UConn Nation to come together for 36 hours and transform the university, with every gift making an […]

Focus Area Friday: State & Local Government Management

A focus area allows students to develop additional expertise in a specific area. The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program requires nine credits (three courses) and the Master of Public Policy (MPP) requires twelve credits (four courses) to complete a focus area. Students can choose a focus area within the Department, develop their own with the help of their […]

Public Policy Courses Prepared Fast-Track Student for Internship at Connecticut General Assembly

Shaun Simoneau is an undergraduate senior in the Department of Public Policy’s (DPP) Fast-Track program. In conjunction with taking public policy courses this semester he is also a legislative intern at the Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) working with Representative Anthony Nolan of New London. Shaun’s day usually consists of informing Representative Nolan on events in […]

Members of the DPP Community Named to Hartford Business Journal’s 2021 Power 50

Last week the Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) released its second annual Power 50 class, which brings together the Greater Hartford business community. The leaders selected come from a variety of backgrounds and industries. This year’s class showcases a few familiar members from the Department of Public Policy (DPP) network! UConn President Thomas Katsouleas was listed […]