There are numerous ways to attend and integrate one or more of the 23 different virtual and in-person events of the 2022 Public Affairs Conference! Below are a few suggested ways that faculty can integrate the conference into their Syllabuses for fun and effective student comprehension. Virtual sessions follow the general schedule of class times. SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES … [Read more...] about Integrating the Public Affairs Conference into the classroom
The fall 2022 Public Affairs Conference schedule is now available for the 19th annual Public Affairs Conference. Beginning September 20, the conference will explore multi facets of the theme, From Words to Deeds Creating Collaborative Communities. Attendees can choose from 19 live virtual offerings and/or four in-person presentations. The nearly 40 plenary and panel … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Conference schedule available online
Sarah Waterman Graduate Student, Nutrition and Dietetics "I firmly believe that everyone deserves access to safe and nutritious food" says Sarah. Taking time between her undergraduate and graduate degree to gain helpful career experience, Sarah served as a dietitian at Mercy Hospital and Prime, Inc, where she educated employees and community members on how to improve dietary … [Read more...] about Public Affairs November Student Spotlight – Sarah Waterman
Hannah Kassing Graduate, Professional Studies and Applied Communications One of the most important ideals on our campus is cultural competence, and few know this more than graduate student Hannah Kassing. Striving to maintain her global citizenship, she has found countless opportunities to interact with people from all around the world. In early 2020, Hannah began a Study … [Read more...] about Public Affairs October Student Spotlight – Hannah Kassing
Graduate Student Counseling, Leadership, & Special Education If you take a trip to the campus Career Center, you are bound to come across the bright, smiling face of Smruthi Chintakunta. Smruthi lives the public affairs mission by choosing to join and take leadership roles in organizations that reflect each of the three pillars. Since her freshman year, Smruthi has … [Read more...] about Public Affairs February Student Spotlight- Smruthi Chintakunta