Meet our Alumni
Our community of distinguished leaders is made up of more than 1,500 active alumni. Their regular interaction with students, faculty, and one another is an important part of what makes our program special.
The UNC MPA alumni community extends to every corner of North Carolina, all 50 states, and 13 countries outside the United States.
Stay informed through the UNC MPA bi-annual newsletter, IMPACT, which highlights program news and recognizes the accomplishments of our alumni, students, faculty, and staff. Read our most recent issues of IMPACT below.
Read More About the Impact Newsletter‘Regardless of a student or alumnus’s location, our goal is to be one of the most robust and enthusiastic alumni organizations in the world by helping to create a sustainable vision for intentional and genuine connectivity for all members of our community’
Our community of distinguished leaders is made up of more than 1,500 active alumni. Their regular interaction with students, faculty, and one another is an important part of what makes our program special.
Engagement Strategist, Frontline Women’s FundNew York, New York“This program is inspring. It reassured me that my leadership style—one that prioritizes quieter voices in the room—is not only valid but necessary.”
Director of the Division of Land and Water Stewardship in the NC Department of Natural and Cultural ResourcesRaleigh, North Carolina“My passion for being in the great outdoors led me to avoid administration early in my career. That same passion now manifests itself as a responsibility for public service in pursuit of conservation. The purpose of this program for me is to understand public administration as a tool and use it more effectively. I don’t view administration as the end, rather the means to the same end that has always motivated me.”
Executive DirectorRebuilding Together of the Triangle “The breadth of this degree is amazing. It prepares folks to do a lot of different things, and this is really interesting and distinctive especially for a career in the public sector.”
November 19, 2024
We recently had the pleasure of connecting with Elizabeth Anderson, a UNC MPA/MSW dual degree…
June 27, 2024
The UNC Master of Public Administration program aims to help mold the next generation of public…
April 09, 2024
The UNC School of Government is proud to share the continued success of its Master of Public…
UNC MPA offers myriad opportunities for graduates to stay involved after graduation and continue to benefit from the program. These include networking events, mentoring opportunities, Alumni Association participation, and access to a pipeline of highly qualified students available for internships and employment.
Our alumni serve in many capacities across the field of public administration. They are leading local governments, providing recommendations in public health crises, managing economic development initiatives, implementing public policy, and preparing their communities for the challenges that lie ahead. Use our interactive alumni search tool to learn more.
