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Public administration can be defined as the organization and management of people and materials to achieve public purposes.

A Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Villanova provides you with an invaluable credential, hands-on experience and lifelong membership in our community. Yet, this general definition does not capture the variety of organizational arrangements, the wide range of possible management approaches, nor the variety of individuals, groups and materials that are part of public administration. It is an appreciation for the complexity of public administration that supports the mission and goals of Villanova’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) program

10/21/2026

Faculty Spotlight 🌟 Meet Dr. Catherine Wilson — Associate Professor of Public Administration at Villanova University — is passionate about nonprofit management, leadership ethics, and public service. Her research explores immigrant integration, community engagement, and the role of foreign-born communities in shaping American citizenship. Through her teaching and advocacy, she emphasizes ethical leadership, human dignity, and community impact.

👉 Read more here: https://mpaleaderslounge.wordpress.com/2026/10/21/faculty-spotlight-dr-catherine-wilson/

10/06/2026

Next on our “Why I Double Majored” series is Megan Lawn ’28!
Megan came to Villanova planning to study Political Science, but discovering PSA opened the door to a second major and a new perspective on how government works in practice.
👉 Read Megan’s story on the Leaders Lounge blog: https://lnkd.in/gHZBfVsd

09/29/2026

🎉 Happy 1842 Day! 💙

Today, we’re celebrating Villanova’s tradition of service and supporting the next generation of public servants! Your gift to the Public Administration Department helps strengthen our students, faculty, and mission to prepare future leaders who make a difference in their communities.

Join us in making an impact this ! 💙🦁
https://ow.ly/wErp50ZQE0k

09/28/2026

⏰ Tomorrow is the big day!

1842 Day is just around the corner, and we’re getting ready to come together in support of Villanova’s Public Administration Department. 💙

Your support helps prepare the next generation of leaders committed to serving their communities.

One more day. Let’s make it count! 🦁💙

09/24/2026

💙 1842 Day is almost here!

We’re counting down to a day that celebrates the Villanova community and the impact we can make together. Every gift helps support our students, faculty, and the future of public service.

Stay tuned… 5 days to go! 👀

09/23/2026

Ready to turn your interest in Villanova into an application?

Join us for a virtual Application Workshop on October 28 at 6 p.m. ET and get the guidance you need to take your next step to your MPA degree.

Learn about the application process, what you’ll need to submit, important deadlines and what to expect as you move through the admissions process. Plus, bring your questions and get guidance to help you move your application forward.

You’ve already started exploring what Villanova can offer. Now, get the information you need to take the next step.

Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6 p.m. ET
Location: Virtual

Register today!: https://explore.villanova.edu/register/clas_vis_hrdmpa_oct28_2026

09/22/2026

Curious about advancing your career in Public Administration or Human Resource Development? Join us for Villanova’s MPA & HRD Application Workshop and discover how our programs can help you reach your goals! We'll walk you through the application, discuss important dates and deadlines, and answer your questions live.

Meet us on October 6, from 12-1 p.m. Eastern. Register now to save your spot: https://bit.ly/4rodQgO

09/21/2026

Public service doesn’t end when the workday does—it shows up in the connections, coordination, and progress that help communities move forward.

At Villanova University Public Administration, Beyond the Desk highlights professionals like our alumnus Matthew Hulme, Division Manager with the City of Cincinnati’s Department of Transportation and Engineering and the City’s Transit Coordinator.

Working at the intersection of the City and regional transit system, Matthew coordinates with Metro, the Cincinnati Streetcar, micromobility services, rideshare providers, and other transportation partners to help turn ideas into projects the public can use.

From managing Streetcar grants and serving as project manager for two Bus Rapid Transit projects to supporting construction and professional-services procurement, Matthew brings together people, agencies, technical experts, and City processes to keep transportation projects moving.

Because public administration isn’t just a career—it’s a commitment to the common good.

Interested in being featured? Alumni can share their story here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=5Y1adpTP8EScr65b-M-jZnD2Gvl1sjBCrEEBQT5oiNJUNUM3RE01VkFOMTZLRUtINEozQ0NJS1REWC4u&route=shorturl

09/16/2026

We asked, and our MPA students answered! 💙📚 Get to know what our students are looking forward to this semester. Stay tuned for the next question!

09/14/2026

Elevate your impact as a public service professional with a Master's of Public Administration from Villanova University. Don't wait -- the deadline to apply for the spring semester is November 30.

Apply today to start classes in January and join a community of service-oriented leaders: https://www.villanova.edu/university/liberal-arts-sciences/graduate-studies/graduate-programs/public-administration.html

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