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Student & Alumni News

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APA STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITION WINNERS

A team of MURP students had the opportunity to present at the 2023 National Planning Conference in Philadelphia & were awarded third place. We are so proud to have these extraordinary students representing our MURP program & School!

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HIGHER EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

MPA alumni Braulio Colón was named the new Executive Director of the Florida College Access Network (FCAN), which is a statewide organization that works to improve college access & success for all students.

SPA In the News

  1. An article published by Drs. Stephen Neely, Robin Ersing, & Christa Remington was cited in the 2023 Economic Report of the President.

  2. Dr. Stephen Neely conducted a nationwide survey to measure attitudes related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including opinions about vaccination, exposure to/belief in vaccine-related misinformation, & concerns about potential future outbreaks.

  3. Our LIP students took a trip to Tallahassee for the 2023 USF Day at the Capitol event to learn more about the legislative process.

School News

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SERVICE ANNIVERSARIES!

Congratulations to Dr. Stephen Aikins (left) & Professor Steven Fernandez (right) for their 15 & 10 years of service, respectively. We are thankful for their dedication to our students, as well as their commitment to high quality public service!

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SPA CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

The School of Public Affairs is celebrating its 10th anniversary at the University of South Florida! SPA has a strong commitment to applied social engagement & to making a difference in the Tampa Bay community. A big thank you to our faculty, staff, students, alumni, advisory boards, & community partners for helping us achieve this milestone & for continuing to support our School!