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UNC MPA Student Digest | November 15, 2024 |
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On November 11, 2024, the School of Government is proud to celebrate Veterans Day by honoring all who have served in the United States Armed Forces, including our faculty, staff, and students who are veterans of the United States military.
The School is excited to announce our selection to participate in a new initiative connecting veterans and military families to meaningful careers in public service.
"Service to Service", launched in late October 2024 by the Volcker Alliance, selected 12 schools of public service through a competitive application process to work with We the Veterans and Military Families.
Together, the organizations will recruit veterans and military family members into master’s degree programs, provide them with networking opportunities and professional development, and facilitate placement in state and local government jobs upon graduation. Please continue the article here
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Tuesday, November 19 3:30-5 pm
Knapp-Sanders 2603
Are you interested in how local government works in Chapel Hill? Spend some time with leaders and elected officials at the Town level and engage in roundtables and panel discussions around how UNC interacts with the surrounding community!
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If you missed this year's Wright Public Service Forum on AI, or want to rewatch, here's the recording!
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So You're an Expert in What?
A new MPA tradition is the "So You're an Expert in What?" event before the MPA Immersion. We ask three School of Government faculty to share their expertise, and they only have seven minutes to do it! Watch the recording as Kirsten LeLoudis, Meredith Smith, and Bob Joyce speak on Public Health Law, NC Clerks of Court, and Election law, respectively. The video is above, although it only recorded the slides and not the speakers, unfortunately. Turns out, the default setting in Zoom is to only capture slides, so check on this if you're giving a presentation in class!
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Photo of the Week: SOG Volunteer Day at Special Olympics NC | |
The School of Government Wellness Committee recently sponsored a volunteer day Special Olympics North Carolina. Pictured are SOG staff Miranda Day and Twan Morris, MPA staff Shauna Hines-Farmer and Elizabeth Langefeld, and MPA student Noah Ellington. They joined other volunteers preparing for the Fall Tournament, which is the second largest state-level event for Special Olympics NC. It will feature competitions in seven sports later this month. | |
- THANKSGIVING SCHEDULE:
- On-campus Classes Cancelled: November 27-29
- Online Classes Cancelled: November 28-December 1
- University Offices Closed: November 28-29
- END OF TERM SCHEDULE:
- End of Online Classes: December 1 (grades post December 9)
- On-campus last day of class: December 4 (exams run 12/6-12/13)
- FALL GRADUATION SCHEDULE:
- MPA Fall Graduation Brunch: December 14
- University Fall Commencement: December 15
- SPRING 2025 TERM:
- Online Classes: January 6- April 13
- On-campus Classes: January 8- May 9
- SUMMER 2025 TERM:
- Online Classes: April 28- August 3
You may also find all calendar events on the MPA Intranet calendar or by adding "UNC MPA Student Calendar" on Outlook.
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BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front): Here's what you'll find below:
- November 15: ICMA Fall Virtual Speed Coaching Event
- November 16: Repair Cafe
- November 20: Suicide Awareness Event
- Due November 22: 2025 ICMA Annual Conference Call for Session Proposals
- November 24-December 1: The Pantry Bowl
- December 11: Holiday Carolina Blood Drive
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The ICMA Coaching Program is excited to announce a virtual speed coaching event designed specifically for students and fellows. Scheduled for November 15, 2024, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm ET, this event offers a unique opportunity for students and fellows to receive personalized career advice and guidance from experienced professionals in the field. During the event, participants will engage in three 15-minute coaching sessions, with brief breaks in between to transition to the next virtual room. This format ensures that students get the most out of each interaction, with coaches providing valuable insights and feedback tailored to their career aspirations. Pre-registration is required for both students and coaches. Please encourage students to sign up, and if you're interested in participating as a coach, kindly complete the form as well.
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Saturday, November 16, 1-5 pm
Whitted Human Services Center, 300 W. Tryon St., Hillsborough, NC
Repair Café is free. We will have tools and experienced people who can work with you to find the best way to repair your item. We can assist with electrical and non-electrical appliances, furniture, jewelry, toys and much more.
Advance registration is recommended. Our doors open at 1:00pm and walk-ins are always welcome. Last check-in is at 4:00pm.
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Suicide Awareness Event November 20
Wednesday, November 20, 4-5:30 pm
Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
Talking about suicide is not an easy conversation, but it's the first step in prevention.
Join us as we talk about suicide in older adults, normalize mental health, and bring awareness to this important issue.
Please register by Monday, November 18, by calling the Seymour Center front desk at (919) 968-2070.
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Call for session proposals for 2025 Tampa has opened! If you are interested in submitting a session for the annual conference in Tampa next year, the call for presentations is now open and will close on November 22, 2024. You can find more information about submitting a presentation here https://conference.icma.org/call-for-presentations/.
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From November 24 to December 1, we're teaming up with NC State for our fourth annual Pantry Bowl. This isn’t just any competition—it’s an opportunity to raise awareness and fight food insecurity on our campuses and beyond.
Your support will make a real impact on our network of on-campus food pantries, which is actively expanding to serve even more students. Get ready to give back and #BeatPack. Together we can tackle hunger at Carolina. Let’s go Heels!
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26th Holiday Carolina Blood Drive
Wednesday, December 11, 7:30 am-2:30 pm
Fetzer Hall (Just down the road from the SOG!)
The Employee Forum invites you to show your Carolina spirit by participating in the Holiday Carolina Blood Drive, Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Fetzer Hall. Your donation can make a life-saving difference this holiday season.
Event details:
- Date & time: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Location: Fetzer Hall
- Free parking: Cobb Deck, 210 South Road
- Thank-you gift: All presenting donors will receive a commemorative long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.
Schedule your appointment:
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Visit RedCrossBlood.org
- Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
- Use the Blood Donor App and enter sponsor code UNC
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged. To save time, complete your health history online at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass before arriving.
For UNC employees, time spent volunteering or donating blood is considered work time with supervisor approval. For more details, visit carolinablooddrive.unc.edu.
Let’s come together to make a difference. Schedule your appointment today and bleed Carolina blue this holiday season!
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