When I began the MPA program at TESC, the first few quarters focused on public administration and systems theories. At the time, I viewed this as foundational learning that would set the course for successful program completion and might not… Continue Reading →
The Capstone is a culminating project. Upon completion students will earn a Masters in Public Administration. These Presentations are open to the public. Students are encouraged to invite family, friends, and research participants. See presentation times below. Saturday June 4th,… Continue Reading →
A Capstone is the completion of student-generated applied research. Students implement their proposals selecting appropriate research techniques, analyzing data, and making recommendations. The design of the Capstone is based on the concept of applied research reflecting on the knowledge and… Continue Reading →
Having just gone through the process as a recently appointed finalist and Evergreen MPA graduate, I want to encourage Evergreen MPA students to consider applying for the Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF) and share a bit about my experience. The PMF… Continue Reading →
On behalf of Evergreen’s MPA faculty and staff, I bring you greetings and well wishes for a happy spring! Evergreen’s campus has become awash in the many colors of blooming flowers and plants. At the same time, the campus is… Continue Reading →
The Evergreen State College has appointed MPA faculty member Meghan Doughty as a regular faculty member on a continuing contract, a process known as conversion. Similar to tenure at other institutions, faculty who are converted receive a contract of indefinite… Continue Reading →
Evergreen MPA Program Director Mike Craw has concluded an 18 month study on the experience of Black families in Pierce County’s homelessness coordinated entry system. Drawing on interviews with 16 Black families in Pierce County who received homelessness services in… Continue Reading →
Lacey Chen is our new MPA Program Assistant. She started her position in November 2021. Lacey will be in the office to assist you Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-2pm and remotely Mondays and Wednesdays from 9-2pm. She earned her B.S. from… Continue Reading →
The Faculty of The Evergreen State College’s Master of Public Administration program have selected Kris Peters as our 2022 Public Official of the Year. We make this award annually to a state, local, tribal, or nonprofit leader in Washington whose… Continue Reading →
Evergreen MPA professor Cali Ellis, Ph.D was on KBTC’s Northwest Now on March 10, 2022 discussing transparency and openness in government on the episode “Open Government 2022.” Watch the video here.
