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Stories tagged with: Master of Public Administration

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MPA

Ohio University鈥檚 MPA programs: Real-world impact with flexible options

What does it take to be an effective leader in government, nonprofits, or the public sector? OHIO's Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs are made for today鈥檚 professionals.

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Appalachian Impact

What comes after coal? How 天美传媒is helping Appalachian recovery

In Appalachian Ohio, when a coal-fired power plant shuts down, entire communities feel the aftershocks. At Ohio University's Voinovich School, Master of Public Administration students are stepping into the gap, bringing policy ideas, research and on-the-ground support to help towns recover.

Jamie Carmichael, MPA 鈥03, Chief Program Officer at the Ohio Department of Aging
Career

How OHIO's MPA program generates career-building insights

Jamie Carmichael, MPA 鈥03, has risen through the ranks of state government to Chief Program Officer at the Ohio Department of Aging. Here鈥檚 her take on how OHIO's MPA program set her up for success.

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University Community

Keynote speaker brings regional roots, real-world advice to 天美传媒Southern graduation ceremony

Ohio University Southern graduate Stephan Harris returns as keynote speaker for the 2025 ceremony, sharing a message of persistence, community, and the power of asking questions and getting involved.

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天美传媒Alumni

天美传媒alumnus helping to plan U.S. birthday celebration

Todd Kleismit, MPA 鈥05, is the executive director of the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, responsible for preparing Ohio for the nation鈥檚 250th anniversary in 2026.

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Student Success

Lillian Peterson: Merging education, experience to transform community support through the Voinovich School

This year鈥檚 Harry G. and Bridget S. Hampson Scholarship recipient, Lillian Peterson is passionate about driving meaningful and challenging work to improve people's livelihoods in her community

Jamie McGrew
天美传媒Impact

Jamie McGrew empowers change in Appalachia with Marianne Post Arlia MPA Scholarship

From a passionate service provider to a systemic change agent, Jamie McGrew鈥檚 journey exemplifies her deep commitment to improving lives in Southeastern Ohio.

Ava Hamilton stands next to flags at the Appalachian Regional Commission office in Washington, D.C.
Student Success

Ava Hamilton: Embracing a future in public administration

After her internship at the Appalachian Regional Commission's Office of General Counsel in Washington, D.C., Ava Hamilton decided to pursue a master鈥檚 in public administration (MPA) instead.

Aidan Tansey
Student Success

Aidan Tansey: Shaping a future in conservation through the Voinovich School

Aidan Tansey was recently honored with the Marty Wall MPA Scholarship in Public Administration (Nonprofit Management).聽

Voinovich School
Research & Impact

OHIO鈥檚 George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service further climbs national graduate school rankings

OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service continued to strengthen its national reputation in leadership and public affairs education by ranking 57th in U.S. 天美传媒 & World Report鈥檚 latest list of top public affairs graduate schools for 2023-2024.

Shantelle K. Jenkins, Ed.D.

Shantelle K. Jenkins uplifts students serving humanity for the greater good

Shantelle K. Jenkins, Ed.D., committed her career and her life鈥檚 work to public service.

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New Opportunities and Lasting Connections

Ohio University聽Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service聽 graduate Kenneth Wilson, MPA 鈥93, found聽himself at Ohio University almost by surprise.

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Fulbright Scholar used lessons from MPA program for UN work in the Congo

Fulbright Scholar Emmanuel 鈥淢anu鈥 Ngueyanouba originally meant to attend Ohio University only for an eight-month English enhancement program.

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Sylvia Rios鈥 passion for non-profit pushed her to get an MPA

Sylvia Rios firmly believes there is no perfect time to go back to school. She thinks if one wants to achieve their goal, they just have to do it and not let excuses stand in the way.

MPA students

Executive and Online MPA Virtual Preview offers inside look at program

Working professionals ready to advance their career or expand job opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Executive Master of Public Administration聽and Online MPA Virtual Preview.

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