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In Conversation with Marchell Adams-David, City of Raleigh Manager
January 9, 2023
Marchell Adams-David ’94 took the helm as City of Raleigh manager in November 2020, succeeding fellow UNC MPA alumnus Ruffin Hall ’95 in the role. A former manager of her hometown in Hamlet, North Carolina, she has devoted nearly three decades to local government service.
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Former UNC System President and School faculty member Molly Corbett Broad dies at 81
January 4, 2023
The UNC School of Government joins those mourning the loss of Molly Corbett Broad, who served as president of the University of North Carolina System from 1997 to 2005. Broad’s family announced her death on January 2, 2023, at the age of 81.
Tom Thornburg Set to Retire from School of Government
December 19, 2022
The UNC School of Government extends its gratitude and congratulation to Thomas H. Thornburg, who will retire from his full-time role on the faculty at the conclusion of 2022.
School of Government launches new project to document statewide impact
December 9, 2022
The UNC School of Government is pleased to announce a new project documenting its impact on and work across the state of North Carolina: One School, Statewide Impact.
Blue Cross NC awards UNC-Chapel Hill $665K for statewide youth employment program
November 29, 2022
New funding fuels the Carolina Across 100’s “Our State, Our Work” program which connects young adults with good paying job opportunities.
On the frontlines: Registers of deeds fulfill essential role in NC counties
November 14, 2022
When the Institute of Government opened its doors at UNC-Chapel Hill in 1931, one of the first groups of clients it gathered was North Carolina’s registers of deeds. This was no coincidence: while the work of registers and their offices often flies under the radar to the average North Carolinian, local government experts understand the critical importance of these underappreciated civil servants.
Orange County Declares November 2 “Dean Mike Smith Day”
November 2, 2022
At the November 1 meeting of the Orange County Board of Commissioners, the board declared Wednesday, November 2, 2022 Dean Mike Smith Day in the county. The declaration was made through a proclamation recognizing Smith and his dedication to improving North Carolina communities.
Tar Heel Bus Tour highlights School of Government collaborations statewide
October 26, 2022
The Tar Heel Bus Tour has always had deep ties to the UNC School of Government.
Frances Berry Discusses Government Innovation in Fall 2022 Deil S. Wright Lecture
October 19, 2022
In 2002, the UNC MPA Alumni Association honored Professor Deil Wright for his 34 years of teaching MPA students by creating the Deil S. Wright Lecture in Public Administration. Each year, a distinguished professional from the field of public administration enriches the educational experience of students, alumni, faculty, and interested members of the community through this event.
Frayda Bluestein Honored with Prestigious Edward Kidder Graham Award
October 4, 2022
In her 30-year-career, UNC School of Government faculty member Frayda Bluestein has become one of North Carolina’s most trusted and valued experts on governmental structure and powers, conflicts of interest, and transparency laws.
Rebecca Badgett Adds Grants Management Expertise to School Faculty Ranks
September 28, 2022
After serving five years as a research attorney and legal educator with the UNC School of Government, Rebecca Badgett has joined the School’s faculty as a teaching assistant professor.
Kimberly L. Nelson named to 2022 Class of National Academy of Public Administration Fellows
September 28, 2022
The National Academy of Public Administration announced this week that School of Government faculty member
