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Master of Public Administration

TUS News Best Grad School Public Affairshe Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is guided by our mission, and a set of core values that reflect the heart of our program and discipline. Our mission and values include a dedication continuously improving our program through the use of assessment and evaluation.

As an interdisciplinary professional degree program, we seek to:

  • provide a broad education for individuals entering government and nonprofit organizations in administrative positions,
  • enhance the capabilities and performance of individuals currently serving in management positions in our region,
  • produce impactful public administration research,
  • emphasize the importance of diversity and inclusion in public service, and
  • provide curriculum offerings and outreach that strengthen the governing capacity in the region.

About Our Program

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MPA

Summerville Campus

Allgood Hall

Suite N312

706-737-1710

mpa_program@augusta.edu

Mailing Address:
1120 15th Street AH-N312 Augusta, GA 30912

Our Programs

Master of Public Administration

Master of Public Administration

Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Criminal Justice

Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Criminal Justice

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Urban Planning and Community Development

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Urban Planning and Community Development

BA to MPA in 5 Years

BA to MPA in 5 Years

View all Pamplin programsCOURSE CATALOG

Our Faculty

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Dr. Allison Foley

  • Professor
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Dr. Martha Ginn

  • Professor
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Dr. Augustine Hammond

  • Associate Professor
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Dr. William Hatcher

  • Chair, Professor
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Dr. Mary-Kate Lizotte

  • Professor
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Dr. Wesley Meares

  • Associate Professor
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Dr. Saundra Ribando

  • Retired: Professor Emerita
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Dr. Rhucha Samudra

  • Assistant Professor
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Dr. Melissa Bemiller

  • Associate Professor
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Dr. Emily Boykin

  • Professor

Our Values

We seek to have a program that represents our five core values:

Integrity

Emphasizesintegrity—accountability, honesty, fairness and ethical behavior in personal and professional relationships and activities

Public Service

Inspires faculty and students to public service that reflects the highest ideals of citizenship and service to the community, the nation, and the world

Democratic Values

Emphasizes democratic values so students observe and respect the Constitution and the rule of law in service to the public

Professionalism

Developsprofessionalism by emphasizing competence, excellence, efficiency, objectivity, and impartiality

Equity and Diversity

Focuses on equity and diversity through emphasizing that public administration professionals’ exercise of authority and responsibility must always be tempered by a respect for human dignity, fairness, and social equity

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MPA program’s national ranking shows excellence in public service education

“It demonstrates the hard work of our faculty, publishing and presenting research and providing stellar service to the field and the community," says Wesley Mears, PhD.

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“AU Capitol Day serves as a testament to the strong partnership between Augusta University and our state legislators,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.

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