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What does it take to be an effective leader in government, nonprofits, or the public sector? OHIO's Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs are made for today’s professionals.
In Appalachian Ohio, when a coal-fired power plant shuts down, entire communities feel the aftershocks. At Ohio University's Voinovich School, Master of Public Administration students are stepping into the gap, bringing policy ideas, research, and on-the-ground support to help towns recover.
Jamie Carmichael, MPA ’03, has risen through the ranks of state government to Chief Program Officer at the Ohio Department of Aging. Here’s her take on how OHIO's MPA program set her up for success.
Ohio University Southern graduate Stephan Harris returns as keynote speaker for the 2025 ceremony, sharing a message of persistence, community, and the power of asking questions and getting involved.
Todd Kleismit, MPA ’05, is the executive director of the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, responsible for preparing Ohio for the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
This year’s Harry G. and Bridget S. Hampson Scholarship recipient, Lillian Peterson is passionate about driving meaningful and challenging work to improve people's livelihoods in her community
From a passionate service provider to a systemic change agent, Jamie McGrew’s journey exemplifies her deep commitment to improving lives in Southeastern Ohio.
After her internship at the Appalachian Regional Commission's Office of General Counsel in Washington, D.C., Ava Hamilton decided to pursue a master’s in public administration (MPA) instead.
Aidan Tansey was recently honored with the Marty Wall MPA Scholarship in Public Administration (Nonprofit Management).
OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service continued to strengthen its national reputation in leadership and public affairs education by ranking 57th in U.S. News & World Report’s latest list of top public affairs graduate schools for 2023-2024.
Shantelle K. Jenkins, Ed.D., committed her career and her life’s work to public service.
Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service graduate Kenneth Wilson, MPA ‘93, found himself at Ohio University almost by surprise.
Fulbright Scholar Emmanuel “Manu” Ngueyanouba originally meant to attend Ohio University only for an eight-month English enhancement program.
Sylvia Rios firmly believes there is no perfect time to go back to school. She thinks if one wants to achieve their goal, they just have to do it and not let excuses stand in the way.
Working professionals ready to advance their career or expand job opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Executive Master of Public Administration and Online MPA Virtual Preview.
