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Social Learning Matters
The typical high school and college classroom has become a virtual environment. However, online courses rarely incorporate social interaction. As the number of online courses increase, ensuring continuous interaction among…
Local Governments and the Annual Budget Process
The best way to understand a local government’s budget process is by using the systems approach to management. This approach recognizes the interdependence of all major activities within an organization,…
Rutgers PA School First to Receive Int’l Accreditation
The School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) at Rutgers University-Newark was recently awarded full international accreditation from The International Commission on Accreditation of Public Administration Education and Training Programs (ICAPA).…
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…
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…
Making the Case for Millennials in the Public Sector
As a recent graduate with a master's in political science and a graduate certificate in nonprofit management, finding a job has not been easy. While overall unemployment has declined, the…