Remember Ann-Marie? We shared the good news about her earning a Rotary Scholarship, and her time at the Center for Women’s Women in Business Conference. Well, we are back with some more news to share from Ann-Marie, MPASA’s Chair of Professional Development. (Or, as I’d like to say, the woman helping all of our MPA…
Category Archives: Public Administration
Empowering Women
The Omar Shrine Auditorium in Mount Pleasant hosted the seventh annual Women in Business Conference on February 24. This day-long conference brings together women business owners and professionals for a day of learning, empowerment, and inspiration. The Graduate School of the College of Charleston provided three master’s candidates with tickets to attend this conference, hosted…
Sixth Annual Poster Session Declared a Success
This post is brought to you by Dean Amy McCandless and Associate Dean Dave Owens. Many thanks to everyone who participated in the Graduate Student Research Poster Session last Friday! The Sixth Annual Graduate Student Research Poster Session was a resounding success, with 33 projects being presented by 37 graduate students from eight different graduate…
Guest Blogger- Rotary Scholar
I am very happy to introduce Ann-Marie as our new guest blogger. Not only is she my co-worker at the Graduate School Office, but she is also a phenomenal person. Her story is quite unique and inspiring. Have you ever wanted to continue your studies abroad but had no support? Ever wanted to devote more…
Deadline!
Whether you are a recent graduate or are trying to further your career by going back to school, the decision to apply and enroll in graduate school is a big one. Despite student loans, lack of sleep, and stress, the accomplishment of a Master’s degree has the potential to enhance your overall life. So please…
MPA Candidates: Apply for Graduation
Public Administration candidates planning to graduate this May have a big deadline coming up soon. You must apply for graduation through the University of South Carolina. The USC application and Program of Study, as well as the College of Charleston graduation application must be completed no later than 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25. The…
Financial Planning for Graduate Students
The Master of Public Administration Student Association (MPASA) is hosting an event on Thursday, November 4 that all graduate students are encouraged to attend. Bonnie A. Hughes of American Capital Planning will lead a discussion about graduate student financial health and issues at 7:00 in the Craig Hall Auditorium. Ms. Hughes will discuss a variety…
Weekly MPA Newsletter
Below is the weekly letter from MPA graduate assistant, Matthew Irwin. Hello everyone! Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! Students and faculty, good luck returning to classes today! Welcome to all the new MPA students starting this semester, as well! Here comes the news… NEW INFORMATION: The MPASA will meet…
Maybe you don’t need an MBA after all.
It’s a common assumption that the MBA is offered at just about every graduate school. That’s why I’ve gotten accustomed to the odd looks when I tell people we don’t offer one. Some even argue with me. I find those discussions pretty funny, and eventually lead the conversation to another topic. But typically, I ask…
Class Notes: Quin Stinchfield
Congratulations to Quin Stinchfield (Master of Public Administration candidate) who was awarded a scholarship to attend the annual International City Managers’ Association conference. She will spend three days in September in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This year’s overall theme, “Leading Communities to Success in the New Global Economy,” reflects the focus of six theme tracks developed…
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