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SECU Public Fellows, LFNC Fellows programs pave the way for public service
October 6, 2023
Two programs aiming to develop future public service leaders, the State Employees Credit Union Public Fellows Internship and the Lead for North Carolina Fellowship, intersect at the UNC School of Government.Read More
Panelists Discuss Public Sector Issues in 2023 Deil S. Wright Public Service Forum
October 5, 2023
UNC MPA faculty, staff, and alumni gathered at the School of Government on Friday, September 29 to hear speakers at the Deil S. Wright Public Service Forum. The forum's topic was the role philanthropy, nonprofits, and governments play in responding to issues those working in public service address daily.Read More
Willow S. Jacobson selected as 2023 NAPA Fellow
October 3, 2023
The School of Government is pleased to announce that Willow S. Jacobson has been selected by the National Academy of Public Administration for inclusion in its 2023 Class of Academy Fellows, in recognition of her years of public administration service and expertise.Read More
Gathering of Minds: LGFCU Fellows Alumni Connect and Share in Morrisville
September 26, 2023
LGFCU Fellows are a select group of emerging leaders committed to enhancing their leadership to increase the effectiveness of local government in North Carolina. As Fellows, these public servants participate in a rigorous leadership program at the UNC School of Government.Read More
Hemp or marijuana? The thin line distinguishing NC government’s regulation of the two.
September 20, 2023
This story is part of a series called “Hidden Issues,” in which we explore how the School of Government addresses lesser-known issues in local government through its research and advising.Read More
Margaret Henderson retires from School of Government
September 15, 2023
UNC School of Government faculty member Margaret Henderson retired from her full-time position in September 2023 after more than 20 years of service to the University and the State of North Carolina.Read More
Student Snapshots: Meet Four of UNC MPA's Newest Tar Heels
August 28, 2023
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Balancing Act: Navigating Water Challenges and Financing in North Carolina's Local Communities
August 18, 2023
This story is part of a series called “Hidden Issues,” in which we explore how the School of Government addresses lesser-known issues in local government through its research and advising.Read More
School of Government Faculty Share Top Listens and Reads from Summer 2023
August 16, 2023
As the University prepares to welcome back faculty, staff, and students to campus, the School of Government recently checked in with many of its own faculty to find out how they continued reading, listening, and learning during the slower, warmer months of the year.Read More
MPA Pilots Professional Development Grant
August 3, 2023
Over the past academic year, UNC MPA piloted the Student Professional Development Grant program. This initiative provides up to $250 to every student for professional development expenses such as conference attendance, professional meetings, workshops, or professional organization membership. This funding is in addition to program-sponsored professional development like registration for the North Carolina City and County Management Association Winter Seminar and School of Government courses.Read More
Faculty Member Cheryl Howell Receives State Bar’s Distinguished Service Award
July 21, 2023
The North Carolina State Bar recently honored North Carolina Judicial College faculty member Cheryl D. Howell with a John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award. In recognition of her “exemplary service to the legal profession,” Howell was presented with the honor by the State Bar President Marcia H. Armstrong at the North Carolina District Court Judges Conference in June 2023.Read More
UNC, Collaboratory, and state government partner to bring new wastewater treatment tech to local governments
July 14, 2023
Nestled high in the mountains of western North Carolina on the banks of the French Broad River, Hot Springs is emblematic of many of the state’s small communities.Read More
