UNCW Master of Public Administration

🚀 Take Your Next Step Toward Impactful Leadership! The MPA Graduate Program deadline for the Spring '25 semester is approaching fast – apply by December 1, 2024 to join a dynamic, forward-thinking community dedicated to public service and policy innovation. This is your chance to gain practical skills, expand your network, and be equipped to tackle today’s most pressing challenges. Don’t wait – transform your passion into action with an MPA. Start your application today! 💼✨

🎶 Get Ready for Music Bingo Night! 🎶
Hey, grad students, alumni, and faculty! Unwind with us and the UNCW MPA Program at our Music Bingo Night at Outer Dunes Brewing Company! Join fellow students, faculty, and friends for a night of fun, music, and prizes 🍻🎶! Whether you’re a music buff or just looking for a chill night out, you won’t want to miss this.
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
⏰ Time: 7:00-9:00pm
📍 Location: Outer Dunes Brewing Company, 7976 Market St.
Bring your A-game, brush up on your playlists, and let's make it a night to remember!

❗ Reminder ❗

Get ready to craft your heart out, as the MPA Program will be creating approximately 75 holiday cards this Friday, November 1st from 6:30-8:30pm to make a positive impact on the local residents serviced by Elderhaus, a non-profit organization that provides services and care that allow local seniors to remain independent in their own homes!

Date/Time: Friday, November 1, 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Students, Faculty, and Alumni - check your email inboxes for location details!

Chili and mac-n-cheese will be served, but please feel free to bring your favorite autumn appetizer, desserts, or beverages! We look forward to sharing warmth, kindness, and creativity this holiday season ✨

The Career Center will be hosting a casual Career Carnival on Monday, November 4th from 12-3pm in the Burney Center. This is an opportunity for students to engage with alumni, campus, and community partners to gain insight into a variety of different major and career pathways. There will be alumni from industries such as media, publishing, nonprofits, government, small businesses, and more. Register below on Handshake!
https://uncw.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1566920

🎃👻Calling all MPA ghouls, grads, professors, friends, and family! Don't ghost us tonight - come dressed to impress (or spook!) and join the MPA Program for a fang-tastic evening at our MPA Spooky Social at Flying Machine Brewery from 5:30-7:30pm! Expect boos (and brews🍺), spook-tacular games, and a killer costume contest with prizes for the best dressed. Can't wait to see you there!

Congratulations to Dr. Richard Clerkin and Dr. Christopher Prentice, who have been recognized as one of UNCW's Open Access champions in 2024 for International Open Access Week! Click the link below to learn more about their contributions to open access and visit the Journal of Public and Nonprofit Affairs (JPNA) to explore insightful articles and stay informed on the newest developments in the field!

https://libguides.uncw.edu/oaweek/oachamps
https://jpna.org/index.php/jpna

"Join the MPA Program for our virtual open house on Wednesday, October 30th from 5:30-6:30 pm! Discover how our program can help you develop your skills and knowledge to become a leader in public service. This is a great opportunity to meet the faculty and learn about what it is like to be a part of the MPA program. If you are interested email Craig Kelly for details. "

This season, the MPA Program will be coming together to create holiday cards for the wonderful residents of Elderhaus. These handmade cards are always well appreciated and have a magical way of bringing a smile to their faces!

Join us in making a difference this holiday season by sharing warmth, kindness, and a little creativity.

📆Date/Time: Friday, November 1st, 2024 | 6:30-8:00pm
📌Location: will be announced over email, keep an eye out!

Meet the faces behind our MPA Graduate Student Association (GSA) board members! ✨ We're excited to introduce the dedicated board members of the MPA Program, working hard to support fellow students and strengthen our community and engagement. Stay tuned for more updates and events!

UNCW MPA alumni and students snapped a great photo together at the American Planning Association NC Chapter Conference in Greenville! 📸 Proud to see our Seahawks representing and connecting with fellow planners!

Hoppy Halloween: Don’t Ghost this Spooky Brewery Social!👻 Join the MPA Program at Flying Machine Brewing Company (3130 Randall Pkwy) on October 25, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 PM for our first spooky-themed student/alumni social! We will be hosting our very own first-time costume contest - so come in your best costume for a chance to win some fun prizes! There will also be Halloween-themed games, brews and boos, food trucks, and fun! See you there.🎃

The MPA Program welcomes another Spotlight Story: Internship/Fellowship Edition. We are introducing Kelsey Ellis, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) Fellow and MPA/EVS Dual Degree graduate student. Click to learn more about her experience!

Congratulations to Delaney McBride, MPA/EVS dual degree graduate student, for being selected as one of the 2025 Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship finalists! This is an incredible achievement and we are wishing you continued success! To read more about the fellowship, click the link below.
https://seagrant.noaa.gov/sea-grant-welcomes-2025-knauss-marine-policy-fellowship-finalists/

‼️MPA Graduates‼️
Mid October marks Graduate Gratitude Week! The Department of Campus Life will be hosting some exciting programs for UNCW graduate students on October 14th, 15th, and 16th! This is a great way to relax, meet other graduate students, and get in the fall mood!🍂🍄🍎🥧

Join the MPA Program for our virtual open house next Monday, October 7th from 5:30-6:30pm! Discover how our program can help you develop your skills and knowledge to become a leader in public service. This is a great opportunity to meet the faculty and learn about what it is like to be a part of the MPA program. Interested? Email Craig Kelly for details.

❗ Students, Alumni, Faculty, Friends and Family ❗

Reminder that the MPA Program has our October Connecting Students & Alumni Social this Friday, October 4th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Alcove Beer Garden in the Cargo District! Come join us for some fun, drinks, coffee, and tasty food. You wont want it miss it! 🍺 ☕ 🌮

The MPA Program took on Hi-Wire Brewing’s Trivia last night! We had an amazing time connecting and putting our knowledge to the test. Stay tuned for more exciting events to come in the future!

MPA Students/Faculty/Alumni! Ready to show off your knowledge? 🧠 Join us tonight for a fun trivia night! Come enjoy some drinks, pizza from next door at Cugino Forno, and some friendly competition! See you there at Hi-Wire Brewery at 7:00pm!

This past Saturday, the MPA Program hosted an exciting volleyball tournament and picnic, bringing together students, faculty, alumni, friends, & family for a day of fun and friendly competition! Stay tuned for more events that builds bonds both on and off the court! 🏐

MPA Program Brainiacs!🎓🧠 Let’s take a break from the books! Join the MPA Program at Hi-Wire Brewery for trivia night on Thursday, September 26 at 7:00pm. Grab your team, enjoy some drinks, and show off your smarts. All students, faculty, alumni, friends, and family are welcome to join and represent the MPA Program (or play against for some EXTRA competition)👊! See you there

‼️Students & Alumni‼️
The UNCW Career Center is hosting a career & internship fair next Wednesday, September 25th from 12:00-4:00p at the Burney Center! Come prepared to meet with recruiters and hiring managers from a wide range of industries.

Employers attending:
City of Wilmington, Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), NC Department of Public Safety, NC Department of Transportation, NC Department of Revenue, State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), Local Nonprofits, and many more.

Register at the link below!
https://uncw.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/50461

🏐🍎 Calling all picnic lovers and volleyball enthusiasts - students, alumni, faculty, friends, and family alike! The MPA Program is hosting a volleyball tournament and picnic this Saturday, September 21st from 3-6pm at the UNCW Shoreline Sports Complex, and we need more teams to join the fun! No experience? No problem - all skill levels are welcome! Don't miss out on the action, so register yourself for a team today and help us make this tournament the best one yet!🏆✨

Event is open to all MPA, CMR, MCOP, and EVS students, alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome. Feel free to bring your favorite picnic foods to share. RSVP at the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AAAAC2AA7F5CF8-51222589-volleyball

Directions: Park in the UNCW Visitor Parking Lot (4941 Riegel Rd). The Shoreline Sports Complex is a short walk away located behind Pelican Hall. See attached map.