There is something for everyone at this year’s 2026 Public Affairs Conference! There are numerous ways to integrate into the classroom and attend. The schedule includes 18 virtual panel sessions and 5 in-person speakers addressing this year's public affairs theme, The We Factor: Building Connections That Matter. The 60+ speakers represent 17 states, 6 countries and 12 MSU … [Read more...] about Opportunities to integrate Public Affairs into the classroom
The 11th annual Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest student recipients were presented on Nov. 6, 2025. This annual contest is for MSU full-time undergraduate students and is a joint undertaking between the MSU Sigma Pi Fraternity, it's alumni through the Institute for Development of Ethics and Leadership and the MSU Office of Public Affairs Support. The Political … [Read more...] about The 2025 Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest Recipients Announced
Associate Professor, Gerontology Program Coordinator Psychology Department Since joining MSU in 2011, Lisa has sought out opportunities for her and her students to reach out and become involved in a plethora of community activities. While attending a League of Women Voters Conference, she was inspired to join the organization and help with an assessment of community health. … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Lisa Hall