Through a service-learning partnership with UConn Student Health and Wellness, students in an organic chemistry lab at UConn Hartford applied course concepts to public health issues affecting their peers.
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UConn Stamford Expands Access to Public Service Leadership Through Executive-Track MPA Program
Earlier this week, the University of Connecticut School of Public Policy celebrated a milestone in Fairfield County public service education as the inaugural Stamford cohort of its Executive-Track Master of Public Administration program completed their degrees.
The cohort, which enrolled in Fall 2024 as the first Stamford-based “MPA Fellows” class, was among the 97 students recognized during a May 11 ceremony at Infinity Hall in Hartford.
Stamford now joins Hartford as one of two UConn locations where students can complete the School of Public Policy’s Executive-Track MPA program…
From Campus to the Capitol: UConn Student is One Face of the Future of Civic Engagement in Connecticut
School of Public Policy Director Angie Eikenberry welcomed attendees and then took a seat in the audience, watching proudly as one of SPP’s Fast-Track MPA students, UConn junior Ryan Engel, joined the panel of speakers on stage. To Engels’ right: Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas and former Senate Minority Leader Len Fasano, who now serves […]
Blending History, Education, and Community Service into a Meaningful Career Path
MPA student Noah Hurt has always been drawn to spaces that educate and support the community. Through his IPP, Hurt serves as Intern for Advancement at COMPASS Youth Collaborative which works with vulnerable youth to provide them with tools to succeed in education, employment, and life.
Fast-Track Student Focuses on Youth Civic Engagement
UConn junior and 4+1 Fast Track student Ryan Engels promotes civic engagement among Connecticut youth through CYPAC, the non-partisan advocacy group he founded from his freshman year dorm room. He doesn’t just suggest students get involved in local government – he models it. Ryan is the youngest chair of a town committee in his hometown of Westbrook. He’s also interning this semester with the Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy.
Post-Graduate Spotlight: A Two-Year Research Journey with the Boston Federal Reserve
Nick Hall graduated from UConn in May 2023 with a degree in Economics and Political Science and earned his Master of Public Policy a year later. Thanks to the SPP’s outreach and networking opportunities, soon after his May 2024 graduation, he began a two-year research associate position with the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston…
From Classroom to Commission: Finding the SPP 4+1 “Fast-Track” to Success
A chance encounter with a fellow undergrad introduced Tommy Dowd to the 4+1 program. A course that sounded interested introduced him to the IMRP and a research opportunity that would lead to his current role as the program assistant for the Connecticut Sentencing Commission. Read on to see his MPP “Fast-Track” to his first professional role…
MPA Student Serves Through Public Financial Management
Tim White joined the School of Public Policy (SPP) as a Fast-Track student while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science at the University of Connecticut (UConn). His admiration for public service began at home where he saw his parents work for the State of Connecticut and volunteer with nonprofits. Tim explains, This admiration motivated […]
MPA Fast-Track Explores Research and Policy
School of Public Policy (SPP) Fast-Track student Anabelle S. Bergstrom initially applied to our accelerated Master of Public Administration (MPA) program for a challenge. She says, The analytical skills regarding various types of policy that I have and will continue to gain will benefit me in so many ways post-grad. Everyone can benefit from a […]
MPA Students Aims to Work With Migrant Communities
Recently we caught up with School of Public Policy (SPP) Master of Public Administration (MPA) student Daniela Alvarez about why she chose a path of career service. Learn more about Daniela below! While studying Political Science and Latin American studies at the University of Connecticut (UConn), Daniela was exposed to numerous courses that focused on […]