The University of Colorado Denver School of Public Affairs (SPA) hosted 30 undergraduate students from across the United States for its CU Denver Public Service Weekend held June 7–10. The students represented 17 majors related to public service and administration… Read More ›
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SPA increases access to education in non-profit management with a new partnership with Red Rocks Community College
Over the past few years, SPA has been steadily increasing opportunities for higher education in non-profit management. In our MPA program, the non-profit management concentration is our most popular concentration. Last year, we launched our Bachelor of Public Service (BAPS) degree to… Read More ›
Martin O’Malley Visits SPA Students
On April 23, Martin O’Malley, former governor of Maryland and former mayor of Baltimore, shared his infectious energy and passion for new ways of governing with students in SPA’s Accelerated Master of Public Administration program. O’Malley, who was a… Read More ›
Brendan’s Briefing: May 1, 2018
Hello SPA Community! It’s the final sprint to the finish, but don’t get hasty and leave all these opportunities in the dust. Pick some up and carry them with you. Please reach out to SPA if you need a hand!… Read More ›
SPA students take top honors at regional simulation competition
SPA students Victoria Laskey, Charlotte Whitney, and Jeff Bello were part of the top two winning teams at the 2018 NASPAA-Batten Simulation Competition, where MPA/MPP students work together to solve a complex policy problem using a simulation. The 2018 topic was global health security… Read More ›
Brendan’s Briefing: Mar. 21, 2018
Need some things to do over spring break? Here are several opportunities to explore! Capstones, Internships, Jobs Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Capstone Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Denver’s mission is to connect and develop young nonprofit leaders to leverage our collective… Read More ›
MPA Student Laura Merrick named President and CEO of Dubuque Regional Humane Society
It’s not just our alumni who are doing great things in their careers. Many of our current students are working as successful professionals while pursuing their degree. Congratulations to SPA student Laura Merrick who was recently named as the new President and CEO… Read More ›
Nora’s Crim Jobroll: February 28, 2018
Wrapping up February with a job search? Look no further! In her role as the Undergraduate Criminal Justice Advisor and Program Coordinator at the School of Public Affairs, Nora Scanlon gets the inside scoop on a wide range of criminology and… Read More ›
Brendan’s Briefing: Feb. 23, 2018
Hello, I hope you are all staying warm on these cold winter days. Consider these hot leads and take advantage of the great opportunities! Fellowships, Internship, and Capstones 1. State Human Services Applied Research Practicum (SHARP) Fellowship The SHARP Fellowship… Read More ›
Nora’s Crim Jobroll: February 13, 2018
Lots of job postings in this edition of Nora’s Crim Jobroll! In her role as the Undergraduate Criminal Justice Advisor and Program Coordinator at the School of Public Affairs, Nora Scanlon gets the inside scoop on a wide range of criminology… Read More ›