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Create Your Own Online Simulations for Your Class
Attention Faculty: Building Simulations has never been easier! This is your opportunity to customize web-based tools that will enhance the student learning experience. Forio Epicenter makes it easy to produce an online simulation that works on both laptops and smartphones. We hope you can join us on December 2 at 1 PM EST! This session is free for all NASPAA member schools, but you must pre-register now. 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
Getting Started
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Accreditation
Have questions about seeking or maintaining accreditation? Find the official Standards and policies, as well as resources for applicants and currently accredited programs here.
Data Center
Interested in enrollment and other data trends? Need to enter your Annual Data Report? Trying the find the school that is the right fit for you?
Student Resources
Want to join the student simulation? Want to learn more about what a public affairs degree is? Looking for a program? Interested in what future employment and salary prospects you have?
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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