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Oct 16, 2025

Graham Ambrose appointed associate editor

Assistant Professor Graham Ambrose of the department of Public Administration in the School of Public and International Affairs has been appointed as an associate editor of the journal, Policy Design and Practice, an open-access, peer-reviewed journal for international scholars and practitioners on the design and practice of public policy, including policy research, governance and public…
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Oct 1, 2025

Tracy Appling Earns 2025 NASPAA Professional Staff Award

The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) announced that Tracy Appling, internship director and assistant teaching professor in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), is the recipient of the 2025 NASPAA Professional Staff Award. She was recognized for her work with the Department of Public Administration’s Master of Public…
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Oct 1, 2025

Tracy Appling: Spotlight Story

In the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), students can find career success help. Tracy Appling, internship director and assistant teaching professor in the school.  “I enjoy connecting students with agencies, keeping our alumni connected and developing NC State’s networks in relevant communities – that’s what I do best,” said Appling. As an assistant…
Kendall Rosenburg standing behind her desk in her office at the NCGA.

Sep 8, 2025

Kendall Rosenburg Balances Full-Time Legislative Work with Academic Excellence

Fourth-year political science student finds her calling in North Carolina State Government.
aerial view of the Tillamook Bay watershed

Aug 28, 2025

Study IDs What Can Help Collaborative Groups Actually Accomplish Their Goals

Research suggests a specific administrative approach improves the ability of collaborative groups to deliver the services they were created to provide. Assistant professor of public administration Graham Ambrose explains.
Headshot of Elizabeth Severt.

Aug 21, 2025

From Environmental Compliance to Strategic Leadership: Elizabeth Severt, LPS ’25

Elizabeth Severt transformed her role in environmental compliance into a mission for lasting change through the NC State online Leadership in the Public Sector program.
A student interns stands outside with a view of the NC General Assembly building behind him.

Jun 18, 2025

From Campus to Capitol: Students Gain Real-World Experience in NC General Assembly

Political science majors gain hands-on legislative experience steps from campus.

Andrew Bolomey with his family.

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.
2025 PhD PA Graduates

Jun 10, 2025

Department of Public Administration Celebrates Milestone in Educating Doctoral Students

NC State’s Department of Public Administration is celebrating a significant milestone: 100 students have now earned their Ph.D. through the program.  This milestone represents more than just a number for the department, which is housed within the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA). Launched in 1997, the program has built upon the strong foundation…
Afternoon sunlight streams through the fall foliage at Wolf Plaza.

Jun 10, 2025

Public Administration Ph.D. Alumni in North Carolina

The Department of Public Administration has graduated its 100th Ph.D. student in May 2025. Many of our alumni have gone on to make strong contributions to our state.