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- SPP IMRP Hiring for Assistant Research ProfessorThe Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP) in the School of Public Policy (SPP) at the University of Connecticut (UConn) seeks applicants for an Assistant Research Professor at the UConn Hartford Campus. Area of specialization is open. This is an exciting opportunity for an early career scholar seeking to make an impact in a […]Posted on March 25, 2024
- 2024 Pi Alpha Alpha InductionOn Friday, March 22nd UConn’s School of Public Policy (SPP) inducted 55 students into Pi Alpha Alpha (PAA). PAA serves as the National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration. Below is the program from the evening’s festivities. 2023-2024 PAA Board Members President—Paula Norato, MPA ‘22 Vice President—Jessica Seabrook, MPP ‘18 Treasurer—Beverne Cordner, MPA ‘22 […]Posted on March 24, 2024
- UConn SPP Gives a Way To Support Students Making an ImpactUConn Gives is one month away! Our university-wide online fundraising initiative kicks-off at 7am ET on April 17th and runs for 36 hours until 7pm ET on April 18th. Every gift makes an impact, and this year the School of Public Policy (SPP) hopes to support students through two important causes. Below are a few […]Posted on March 17, 2024
- MPA Student Fosters Cultural & Capital ProsperitySchool of Public Policy (SPP) Masters of Public Administration (MPA) student Lizzette Irizarry found a passion for public service early on in her life. While growing up her family emphasized gratitude, kindness and the importance of giving back. She explains, “Growing up as a first-generation Latina, I learned the significance of community firsthand. From neighbors […]Posted on March 5, 2024
- March Events 2024Join the School of Public Policy (SPP) this month for a variety of events! With SPP’s Ryan Baldassario 10 – 11 AM (Zoom)Posted on March 3, 2024
- MPP Student Finds a Passion for Public Service AbroadUConn School of Public Policy (SPP) Masters of Public Policy (MPP) student Layla Ennis found a love of public service while studying abroad in Mannheim, Germany. During this time she worked with the Representative for People with Disabilities, which is required in each German city. She notes, “I was impressed by the level of impact […]Posted on February 28, 2024
- SPP Credits MPP For Learning To Dissect and Analyze Social IssuesUConn School of Public Policy (SPP) Master of Public Policy (MPP) student Adriana Sanchez Dominicci knew at an early age that she wanted to make a career out of advocating for others. Though her method for advocacy has evolved over time, Adriana emphasizes the respect she has for educators. Her mom’s service in early education […]Posted on February 25, 2024
- SPP Hiring for Adjunct Faculty (2024-2025)The UConn School of Public Policy seeks academically and professionally qualified instructors to serve as adjunct faculty in a variety of assignments in the Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 semesters. Courses are taught in Hartford, Storrs, Stamford, and online. Most of our courses are graduate-level courses taught to prepare students for professional careers. (The exception […]Posted on February 15, 2024
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