Alumni Testimonials

Lindsey Walsh

MPA '22

Employer: Pennsylvania Department of Health

Title: Executive Advisor of Health Resources and Services

"The Ship MPA program prepared me for a career in public service by both expanding my professional network and encouraging me to think more creatively about funding sources, eliminating silos, and improving service delivery in the public sector."

Adam Friscia

MPA '21

Employer: Saxton & Stump

Title: Executive Manager, Business Development & Government Relations 

"Shippensburg University's MPA program provided me with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully navigate the complexities of government relations."

Melanie Gordon

MPA '20

Employer: County Commissioners Association

Title: Human Services and Criminal Justice Policy Director 

"The Shippensburg MPA program gave me critical knowledge and connections to take on new challenges in my career with work for the betterment of all citizens in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania."