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Written by Desiree DeDolce When I began the MPA program, I already had a strong interest in public service,...

Written by Megan Lanning When I started my Professional Work Experience (PWE) with ACCESS Cary, I knew I wanted...

Written by Callie Barnett Throughout the UNC-MPA program, specifically in Foundations of Public Administration...

This post is written by current student Bam Purcell. Bam Purcell is a current MPA student in the on-campus format....

This post is written by current student Josh Davis. Josh Davis is a current on-campus student in the UNC MPA...

This post is written by current student Megan Lanning. Megan Lanning is a current student in the on-campus format...

This post is written by current student Callie Barnett. Callie Barnett is a student in the online format and lives...

This post is written by current student Desiree DeDolce. Desiree DeDolce is from Winston-Salem, NC. She earned her...

At the May 2026 commencement, we had the chance to reconnect with four recent graduates of the UNC Master of Public...