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Rookie Review: Lessons From The Hill
Recently, I had the opportunity to take a weeklong trip to our nation’s capital with my master’s program. This was my first visit to D.C. and I had all sorts…
Culture and Strategy Drive Government Digital Transformation
A recent survey of nearly 4,800 business executives about the challenges of using digital and social technologies in their organizations shared key points on how to build an effective digital…
Engaging Our Youngest Citizens
The 2016 presidential election is a little over 15 months away. With approximately 20 or so candidates between both the Democrat and Republican parties running for their respective nominations, learning…
Congrats Graduate! Now What?
You have just earned your graduate degree in public administration or public policy. Now what? Regardless if you are new to the workforce, a midcareer professional or a retiree making…
The Power of Your MPA
Whether you are a midcareer professional or interested in finding a new career, do not forget to use the power of your MPA degree. Obtaining your MPA means that you…
Preparing New Public Servants for a MultiSector Career
Experienced professionals entering MPA/MPP programs begin their education well aware of the skills needed for advancement. In contrast, recent grads without such experience may not be as adept. In a…
What’s Missing From the MPA Curriculum?
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Evelyn Trammell July 31, 2015 Public sector environments are dynamic…
Blending Public Administration Education With Accounting
Governments need accountants and fill that need by hiring graduates with degrees awarded by business programs. Students interested in government careers typically choose to study in the social sciences rather…
Positioning Procurement Management to Support Enterprise Goals
Public servants, whether at the federal, state or local level, recognize the risks and opportunities inherent in contracting for goods or services. Yet, evidence suggests they do not give a…
Happy Birthday Medicare and Medicaid
This week marks the 50th birthday of Medicare and Medicaid—the two principal health care programs in the United States. Some people view these programs as the main reason why government…
Collaborative Decision-Making to End Child Poverty
Children are the future” has become an axiom. According to the National Center for Children in Poverty, 16 million children in the United States live in families with incomes below…