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a stretch of highway ends in a washed out ravine

Oct 9, 2024

What Role Do Governments Play After a Disaster? Will Hurricane Helene Change Anything?

What should the federal government do after a disaster? What should state and local governments do? And what lessons might policymakers take from Hurricane Helene? Professor of Public Administration Tom Birkland weighs in.

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.

Lily Vaughn stands on a balcony, with the Capitol in the background.

Sep 12, 2023

From College to Congress

Political science major Lily Vaughn spent two months this summer on Capitol Hill as a congressional intern.

Sep 12, 2023

Political Science Alumna Finds Career in Social Work

Political science alumna Liz Single has a career in oncology social work. Single discusses her career path and the benefits of having a degree in political science as a social worker.

Aug 18, 2023

MIS Alum Recognized as NC State’s 2023 Distinguished Global Alumni

Daoud Ghaznawi is committed to helping the world’s most vulnerable populations by living and working at the edge of violence and under difficult conditions.

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.

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.