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Craig Hirschi, a third-year student in the executive MPA program, appreciates his classmates, who continually encourage and support him.
In today’s faculty-advised, student-run Grantwell program, students consult with real clients on real projects.
When Frank Magaña was a student at BYU, he remembers walking by the sign “Enter to learn; go forth to serve” every day when he entered campus.
On November 5, 2021, the Romney Institute of Public Service and Ethics presented the 2021 N. Dale Wright Alumni Award to Dr. Tamara Sheffield.
The Romney Institute presented the annual Doyle W. Buckwalter Scholarship to second-year MPA student Heather Shurtliff.
BYU Marriott MPA alum Ed Thatcher grew up on a farm, and he learned that farming was long, hard work. Though many enjoy the lifestyle, Thatcher decided living on a farm wasn't for him.
With her heart pounding, MPA student Olivia Hoj-Simister anxiously awaited the sound of the buzzer to start the race that would, in the end, crown her a national champion.
The Utah State Capitol was unusually quiet in early 2021, even though the legislature’s annual session was in full swing. “There just wasn’t the bustle we usually have,” says Megan Selin Allen, a 2010 MPA alum. “The capitol was closed to the public for the first couple of weeks, and even after it opened, just our interns could be in the gallery. Only representatives, staff, and approved others could be on the floor. We had COVID-19 testing going on every day, and for the first time, some legislators participated via Zoom.”
Jennifer Tinkham, a JD/MPA alumna of the BYU Marriott School of Business, understands the power of a simple smile to change the world.
Applying for graduate school, much like biking a 430-mile relay, requires hard work, determination, and perseverance. Brandon Benally, a first-year MPA student at the BYU Marriott School of Business, hasn’t been afraid to accept either challenge.
Since graduating from the MPA program at BYU Marriott, Jackie Suggitt has worked to create a more sustainable future for the planet.
Ten years ago, Chad Lewis successfully climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, but he's accomplished more than just reaching the summit of one of the world's tallest peaks. Years later, his mountain-conquering experience encouraged him to continue to make and achieve his goals.
As the current chief administrative officer of the city of Provo, BYU Marriott MPA alum Wayne Parker strives to continually look to the future of the city he leads.
BYU Marriott MPA student Lady Ikeya sees evidence of a shared humanity through small acts of kindness from her peers and professors.
Four BYU Marriott students helped create a sustainable alternative for Walmart's supply chain process through the Ballard Center for Social Impact.
Though students at the BYU Marriott haven't been able to meet together in person like they normally would, students in the EMPA program managed to find a way to get together.
Whether he's working with employees or in an untamed backyard, BYU Marriott EMPA student John Cowgill enjoys helping people and plants realize and cultivate their hidden potential.
Like trees, each person is unique and has different needs. BYU Marriott EMPA alum Ralph Clegg solves problems both in his garden and community by understanding that diversity.
Marieka Creek and Zachary Simons were awarded for their outstanding internship performance during 2020.
While the COVID-19 pandemic introduced new challenges for many, few can say it made them to sleep in a sleeping bag on the floor of their office. However, for BYU Marriott EMPA alum Russell Harrington, such a situation was both a reality and a necessity.
As the executive director of the Arizona Board of Regents, John Arnold uses the skills and strategies he learned in the MPA program to facilitate change in Arizona's higher education system.
As a second-year BYU Marriott MPA student, Lillian Bradley is acquiring skills that enable her to help citizens of impoverished countries find opportunities for success.
Discovering your career niche can be difficult, but for Hannah Richards Michaelsen, her role found her. After her family began receiving much-needed support from a nonprofit organization, Michaelsen joined the organiza- tion and began to provide that same service to others.
The last thing Kaylee Anderson expected to see when she opened up a package from the MPA program was a Rubik's snake.