News

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. 

Jun 8, 2023

Living the Values of Service

Alycia Thornton (MPA '23) received the 2023 Block Award for outstanding public service. 

Jun 8, 2023

Meet the 2023 MPA Scholarship Award Winners

Thanks to the generosity of the Public Administration Alumni Society Scholarship Endowment, two outstanding students were honored this year. 

Jun 8, 2023

Recent Graduate Recognized for Exceptional Community Service

Deeya Deepak is the 2023 undergraduate recipient of the Block Award which recognizes academic excellence, community service, and public engagement. 

Jun 7, 2023

Another Day in the White House

Meet political science alumnus Andrew Bates, deputy press secretary at the White House. 

Jun 1, 2023

SPIA Hosts Wildfire Simulation Competition

SPIA MPA students took part in the NASPAA Wildfire Simulation Competition. NC State served as one of 12 host sites around the world. 

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. 

Apr 21, 2023

MPA Alumni Spotlight: Rayvon Walker and Jack Ahern

Alumni Rayvon Walker and Jack Ahern share their experiences in the MPA program. 

Apr 21, 2023

MPA Student Spotlight: Maritza Mata

MPA student Maritza Mata shares her thoughts about being in the MPA program and gives advice for future students.