Caesar Valentin is a former Department of Public Policy (DPP) Fast-Track student who is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with the DPP. He is also completing a Master of Arts in International Relations with a focus in Latin American Studies with the Department of Political Science. By pursuing both programs Caesar is […]
Alumni
DPP Alumni Council Calls for Nominations for the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award
The Department of Public Policy’s (DPP) Alumni Council is calling for nominations for the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award! Members of the DPP community are invited to nominate a stand-out colleague that is making an impact on their field. Award Criteria: Open to any graduate of the DPP’s Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Policy (MPP), […]
Why Economics and a Master of Public Policy?
Build on your undergraduate degree in Economics and obtain the advanced skill sets needed to assess, evaluate, and recommend policy alternatives. Our students learn to judge policies and programs, plan and evaluate alternatives, and implement changes. They look at the role of economic and political factors in decision-making and policy formation. Utilizing statistical methods, students […]
Departments of Public Policy and Communication Launch a Media and Communication Campaigns Track
UConn’s Department of Public Policy (DPP) and Department of Communication (COMM) recently launched a joint venture that allows Master of Arts in Survey Research (MASR) students the opportunity to tailor their degree towards an interest in Media and Communication Campaigns. Through Communication coursework MASR students can tailor their degree with the following coursework: COMM 5003 […]
Alumna Plays Crucial Outreach Role for DPP
Lian Kish ’17 (CLAS), ’18 MPA is the Department of Public Policy’s (DPP) outreach coordinator and is the first point of contact for students interested in our programs. Kish travels throughout the region speaking with prospective graduate students at various fairs, information sessions, and conferences. Thanks to her remarkable efforts, enrollment in the Department’s programs […]
Fall 2020 Alumni Updates!
Even in the midst of a global pandemic our alums are finding jobs, getting promoted, and making a difference in their community. The following are just a few recent job updates from the class of 2020 and other alums. Congratulations to you all! Hannah Casey, MPP 2019 Sustainability Specialist, Dominion Energy Jillian Cundari, MPA 2020 […]
Larisa Kottke Named to HBJ’s 40 Under Forty
It is important to spotlight the accomplishments of young professionals in Connecticut. Each year the Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) highlights 40 Under Forty, and this year is no different. Though COVID-19 impacted the yearly photo shoot for this year’s class, HBJ made sure that they continued to “…show others that starting and making a career […]
Defining Moments with UConn DPP
The latest issue of UConn Magazine features two members of the UConn DPP community: Associate Professor Thomas Craemer, and Foodshare President and CEO Jason Jakubowski, MPA ’01.
Passing of Ashley Hyon, A Positive And Dedicated DPP Alum
The Department of Public Policy celebrates the life of Ashley Hyon ‘ 17 (MA), a graduate of the MA in survey research program, who passed away in June.
Celebrating the Class of 2020
Join us in Celebrating the Class of 2020! Congratulations to all our graduates! Over the past few years, you have put in valiant efforts in your courses, made new connections, and gained invaluable experiences in the public and nonprofit fields. We are sad not to be celebrating in-person, but wish our graduates well in their […]