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Events
NASPAA-Batten Student Simulation Competition
This yeat's ompeititon will be held in an all virtual format. Topic is Pandemic 2.0, is rather timely, presenting the opportunity to control the outbreak. It is a sequel to the 2018 simulation, in which students had to decide which policies to implement in order to stop the pandemic. The simulation is built by the University of Virginia Center for Leadership Simulation and Gaming. Learn more
#NASPAA2020 Virtual Conference Wrap-up
#NASPAA2020 have been an entirely new online experience where you are able to share, learn, connect, and showcase in a safe and sustainable way. This year’s theme is “Building the New Civic Square.” There are important issues, ideas, and research to discuss. Registrants can access all the content on the conference platform, Pathable, through March of 2021 – 6 months of engagement! Learn more about #NASPAA2020
Online Resources for MPA/MPP Programs During Covid-19
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Accreditation
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Data Center
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Student Resources
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Pandemic Simulation Webinar
The Pandemic Crisis Management Simulation is available for classroom use at no cost to NASPAA member institutions!
NASPAA News
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Recent JPAE Articles
Financial condition analysis: A key tool in the MPA curriculum
Understanding the need for planning for public administrators: An examination of planning courses and concentrations in NASPAA member programs
