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Continuing to Pursue Excellence
In this uncertain time, all of us in the Department of Public Administration understand the challenges you and yours are facing. Whether it is about the pandemic, our inclusivity problems, or financial issues, this is tough on us all. That is why we need to work together, collaborate together and support each other. We remain committed to democratic values, inclusivity and promotion of ethical public service. Together, we will make it through. Together we can make our world a better place.
Fall Semester Classes Begin Monday August 24
Remember that online classes begin the first day of the term- regardless of when you have any zoom sessions. Students will be added to Blackboard by Saturday August 22, so look at your class sites THIS WEEKEND to view your assignments.
Adding Classes
If they have room, you can add classes in the first week on your own (unless they have permissions). After the first week no one will be added to a course if they did not attend the first week. That means if you are on the wait list, you need to petition the instructor to add you to Blackboard and to attend any zoom sessions. If you are not the first or second on the wait list, do not expect to get a slot.
Dropping Classes
You can drop a class on your own before CENSUS, September 21. After that date you must have documented exceptional circumstances to get permission to drop. If you feel you cannot handle a class talk to your instructor before that date to either fix the situation or drop.
MPA Professional Development Seminar PA 6985
If you are an MPA student following the semester catalog you are required to take two semesters of PA 6985 the Professional Development Seminar. This is a once a month- one hour -zero credit - pass fail - zoom with the chair seminar. This seminar will provide orientation to the MPA, introduce faculty, engage career development issues and generally promote communication about the degree and public service. While only semester catalog students are required to take this (two semesters) all students are welcome to attend. The seminar will be held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6-7 pm on zoom beginning August 26. Our link will be https://csusb.zoom.us/j/96444584850
New Format for the Comprehensive Exam
The MPA comprehensive exam has a new format (the same as last Spring). Rather than being given questions in advance, students will be provided general themes to study for each course, concentration or integrative learning objective. Consult the Comprehensive Exam Page on the website for more information on the exam. Dr. Roman will hold a Comprehensive Exam Review session Saturday October 17th. Students who intend to take the exam this year should form study groups with each other.
Avoiding Disappointment!
Our own Dr. Tom McWeeney just published a new book on Strategic Planning--- Avoiding Disappointment : Leadership Driven Factors That Produce Useful Strategic Plans. Congratulations, Dr. McWeeney!!
Make Sure you are Registered to Vote!
There is nothing more important in public administration than the structure of our government. This defines public administration and all our work. As we move into the next election cycle, make it a personal commitment to educate yourselves on candidates and issues, not just at the national level, but at state and local. This impacts all of us! If you need to register to vote or check your status- do it HERE.
Undergraduate and Graduate Coordinators
For specific question and concerns about our programs:
BA students contact our Undergrad Coordinator Dr. Sharon Pierce
MPA students contact our Grad Coordinator Dr. Alexandru Roman
Marisol, Biany and Toni will still be able to answer all your administrative questions -- and Dr. Anderson will play back up.
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August 24 First Day of Fall Semester
August 26 First PA 6985 Professional Development Seminar 6-7pm
August 29 Fall MPA Orientation
September 7 Labor Day- Campus Closed
September 21 Fall Semester Census
October 24 Advancement to Candidacy Advising
October 24 MPA Orientation
November 2 Spring Semester Registration begins
November 7 Pi Alpha Alpha Induction
November 11 Veterans Day Campus Closed
November 13 Fall Comprehensive Exam
November 26-27 Thanksgiving Break
December 4 Last Day of Fall Classes
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Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship
The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the 2021 Pickering Graduate Fellowship Program! The Pickering Graduate Fellowship is a U.S. Department of State program, administered by Howard University, that seeks to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers as Foreign Service Officers in the U.S. Department of State. The Program will select 45 Fellows for the 2021 program. For more information see www.pickeringfellowship.org or contact pickeringfellowship@howard.edu 202-806-6495 Application Deadline October 21.
Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship
The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the 2021 cohort. The Rangel Graduate Fellowship is a premier U.S. Department of State program created to attract diverse talent to its Foreign Service. The program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need. The Deadline is October 14 For more information see http://rangelprogram.org/
National Nuclear Security Administration’s (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP)
For more information see https://www.pnnl.gov/ngfp-outreach. Learn more at an information webinar on Monday 8/24 at noon.
Cal State DC Scholars Program
Since 2006, the Cal State DC program has offered students opportunities to study and intern in our nation's capital. Internships can be with nonprofits, advocacy groups, congressional offices, executive agencies, museums, security firms, business groups, political parties, artistic organizations, news and media companies, and a variety of other offices in and around Washington, D.C. Spring 2021 Application deadline is September 21. For more information about this program, offered through CSU Fullerton- go to
http://calstatedcscholars.fullerton.edu/ You may also wish to view this video https://youtu.be/5uWCyPZqTz4
ASPA Student Memberships
The PA Department will pay for one year of your digital student membership in the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA). We encourage you to continually engage in your profession. Leaders are engaged! Contact Toni Ditty with your request.
MPA/PA Social Media- Follow Us!
Did you know that we have a Facebook Page? Twitter? Instagram? Follow Us and keep informed of what is going on.   
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The Public Administration Department at California State University, San Bernardino provides student centered learning that prepares students to become effective public service and nonprofit professionals and community members. We serve students and communities, primarily from the Inland Empire region of Southern California and surrounding areas through enhancing the knowledge of public affairs, administration, and policy of a highly diverse population. We are committed to teaching ethical behavior, democratic values and the practical complexities of governance. To sustain and constantly enrich our educational offerings, we support faculty efforts to remain current in their fields and to develop and disseminate knowledge of public administration and pedagogy through applied and basic research.
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