Leadership in the Public Sector

Jun 18, 2025

Mission Complete: Andrew Bolomey Becomes His Family’s First College Graduate

After a decade-long detour through federal service and military life, Andrew Bolomey returned to NC State to finish what he started, becoming the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Two people standing in an atrium. The man is in graduation reglaia.

Sep 5, 2024

Discovering a Passion for Nonprofits: Meet Ryan Phillips, LPS ‘24

Ryan Phillips recently graduated from the Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS). The program allowed him to have flexibility while working as a Lieutenant for the Hillsborough/Orange Rural Fire Department.

Feb 16, 2024

Online Leadership in the Public Sector Program Rises to No. 4 in National Rankings

The Leadership in the Public Sector program ranked No. 4 in the nation on the 2024 best online undergraduate programs by U.S. News & World Report.

May 16, 2025

Courtside to Classroom: Darasjot Hothi Finds Success in the Online B.A. Completion Program

Darasjot Hothi balanced work, coaching, and academics to complete his degree through the NC State online Leadership in the Public Sector program. Now, he’s ready to step onto a new court — life after graduation.

Jun 9, 2023

Growing the Pack: SPIA Grads Ready to Make Their Mark

Our May commencement ceremonies celebrated our largest graduating class in SPIA’s history.

Jun 8, 2023

U.S. Army Lead Software Engineer Earns B.A. via NC State Online

U.S. Army Lead Software Engineer Salem Ezz completes NC State’s Leadership in the Public Sector online bachelor’s degree-completion program. He will graduate in May of 2023 at the in-person commencement ceremony.

May 1, 2023

NC State Online Grad Inspired to Pursue Career in Higher Education

Community college student, wife, mom and full-time employee succeeds in NC State’s Leadership in the Public Sector online bachelor’s degree-completion program. She will graduate in May of 2023 at the in-person commencement ceremony.

Anna Jump, wearing her red graduation cap and gown, stands with her husband outside of Talley Student Union.

May 2, 2022

‘Dare to Dream,’ Student Speaker Tells Fellow Graduates

As the 2022 student commencement speaker, Anna Jump will encourage others to strive toward their goals and reach their dreams.

Apr 21, 2022

Retired Veteran’s College Dream Becomes A Reality Online

Veteran finds ideal online Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) program with needed support to help him succeed in completing his B.A. degree.

Jan 27, 2022

New Director Heads Leadership in the Public Sector Program

Get to know the new director of the LPS program, Associate Professor Trace Reid.