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Allison Becker
B.A. '13 and M.A. '15 - Experienced and published media policy researcher.
 
 
Alex Greer
M.S. '12 and Ph.D. '15 - Experience in quick response fieldwork, teaching emergency management.
 
 
Andrew Haines
Engages in conversations with jurisdictions on how to maintain community services
 
 
Angela Gladwell
M.A. ’98 – Instrumental in environmental planning and federal emergency management decision making.
 
 
Elizabeth Burland
Teaches grad-level and researches educational stratification, economic inequality, and public policy design
 
 
Chunjing Liu
M.S. '14 – On the front lines of marine disaster mitigation through effective policy planning in China.
 
 
Cimone Philpotts
MPA '13 - Assistantship and Legislative Fellows experiences enrich doctoral student's blossoming career
 
 
Savannah Edwards
MPA '17 - Planning for sustainable and complete communities in Delaware and Maryland.
 
 
Scott Murphy Eisenhart
MPA '17 - Legislative aide credits Biden School for helping him excel in the world of politics and policy.
 
 
Taylor Hawk
Leads the development and implementation of DSEA’s legislative and political strategy at the state level
 
 
Gwen Angalet
Ph.D. '00 - Ensuring programmatic and research opportunities for the promotion of children's health.
 
 
Hira Rashid
M.A. '15, Ph.D. '20 – Fulbright scholar who studied global health economics and urbanization.
 
 
Katelyn Andrews (Hosey)
MPA '16 - Research assistant and Legislative Fellow experience help inform grad's career trajectory.
 
 
Hsien-Ho (Ray) Chang
Ph.D. '15 - Utilizing his knowledge of disaster science to educate students on fire and emergency management.
 
 
James B. Goetschius
Ph.D. '14 - Serves in the U.S. Army improving health care facilities in the eastern United States.
 
 
Jenna Ahner
B.A. '12 and MPA '14 - Aligning K-12, postsecondary, and workforce systems
 
 
Jissell Martinez
MPA '10 - Manages fiscal affairs and serves as a liaison for the Dept of Languages, Literatures and Cultures
 
 
John Carney
MPA '86 – Governor of the State of Delaware
 
 
Kelsey Edmond
B.S. '14, M.P.A. '18 - OCL program prepared her for success in pursuit of an interdisciplinary career.
 
 
Kirsten Jones
M.A. '16 - Contributing to policies that strengthen transportation and trade in New York and New Jersey.
 
 
Laura Keeley
Laura Keeley found success working as an Architectural Historian after graduating from the Public Planning and
 
 
Lindsey Interlante
MPA '07 - Advocates for enriched, hands-on learning experiences at higher education institutions.
 
 
Mark D Stevens
MPA '09 – Integral in the leadership and financial management of federal agencies.
 
 
Matthew Garlipp
B.A. '13 - Implementing best practices in strategy and portfolio management for effective market operations
 
 
Megan Wakelee
B.S. '11 - Executing leadership in a corporate setting.
 
 
Meredith Rubin
B.A. '11 - Practicing leadership and collaboration in the financial services sector.
 
 
Merritt Burke IV
MPA '98 - Various experiences in town management and community involvement.
 
 
Evan Miller
MPA '17 - Local Government Management Fellowship kickstarts graduate's professional career.
 
 
Natasha R. Nau
MPA '12 - Advocating for efficient resource allocation and streamlined service delivery in local government.
 
 
Emma Odren
MPA '18 - From IPA fellow to nonprofit manager, grad attributes workplace success to grad school experience.
 
 
Paige Gugerty
B.A. '15 - Coordinating electronic connections between healthcare providers and resources.
 
 
Paul Ruiz
B.A. and M.A. '13 - Advocating for alternative fuels and reducing America's dependence on oil.
 
 
Ryan Burke
Ph.D. '15 - Vast experience with military strategy and conducting military research.
 
 
Scott Beale
MPA '07 - Successful nonprofit entrepreneur with experience in diplomacy and national politics.
 
 
Serita Porter
M.A. '15 - Continuing her behavioral health education at the University of Delaware.
 
 
Stephanie Ottino
B.S. '11 - Executing leadership skills in higher education.
 
 
Fratern Masika Tarimo
MPA '09 - Supports nonprofit efforts to help communities in many African countries.
 
 
Thomas Martin
Ph.D. '14 - Directing the M.S. in Health Informatics program in the College of Public Health at Temple Univ.
 
 
Elizabeth Lockman
M.A. '15 - Delaware state senator with roots in advocacy.
 
 
Tom DeWire
MPA '04 - Developing strategies for education systems to improve student achievement.
 
 
Vitaly Lee
MPA '97 - energy industry project development, regulatory and asset management
 
 
Yuliya Brel
M.A. '15 - Continuing her public policy education and assisting with research at the University of Delaware.
 
 
Zack Adinoff
M.S. '13 - Experience in coordinating public safety, logistics, planning, and general disaster continuity.
 
 
Mary Kuna
M.A. '12 - Among the youngest women in PA governement to hold her level position
 
 
Dan Henne
MPA, ’19 – Anticipates and analyzes critical events that could impact worldwide operations
 
 
Wanja Thuku
MPA, ’19 – Expanding the reach of the BDT across the nation through strategic partnerships
 
 
Noah Toly
M.A. '05, Ph.D. '06 - Now provost with a career of scholarship and service that engages a broader public.
 
 
Madison Cann
B.A. '19 - Continuing her education to work in domestic policy for social justice.
 
 
Kohei Akiba
B.A. '20 - Advancing public health research using skills he learned as a student
 
 
Betsey Suchanic
MPA '19 – Conduct research, develop insights, and engage economic and community development for practitioners
 
 
Lauren Camp Gates
MPA '17 - Advocating for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families
 
 
Ellen Schenk
MPP '21 – Applies analytical skills to reproductive health and behavioral health projects
 
 
Frank Mieczkowski
MPA '03 – Experience as Legislative Fellow led to passion for public service and commitment to justice
 
 
Dabney Brice
MPA '20 - Advocating for equitable investment in social entrepreneurs
 
 
Roger Huston
Ph.D. '19 - Applying organizational theory and management in higher education
 
 
Allie Foster
MPA ’22 – Overseeing the distribution of nearly $102 million in relief funding
 
 
Eric Hastings
MPA '19 - Advising leaders in the Delaware House of Representatives
 
 
Jorge Hernandez-Limon
Analyzes economic, social, and engineering principles in federal water infrastructure projects.
 
 
Nicole Seymour
MPA '15- Resolves Superstorm Sandy Resilience Program and Capital Programs’ multimillion dollar projects
 
 
Jamie Forrest
Working to improve outcomes for ESL students throughout the state through teacher certification and profession
 
 
Nicholas Brock
Presides over and adjudicates criminal and civil cases within the jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace
 
 
Christopher Kelly
Serves as the head of DPP’s research and business intelligence
 
 
Alex Southerst
Leads UWDE and DRJC's public policy and legislative advocacy initiatives
 
 
Meredith Seitz
Oversees policy, legislation and regulation work, as well as communications and human resources.
 
 
Abigail Armstrong
Provides in-depth analysis that help legislators improve programs, reduce costs, and promote accountability.
 
 
Eli Turkel
Develops, evaluates, and produces analytics for the department’s programs.
 
 
Jules Emory
Oversees and coordinates all Legislative activities across the state’s largest department
 
 
Antonina Tantillo
Manages the day-to-day operations of the town’s plans, activities, projects, and events
 
 
Andrea Spahr
Manages marketing strategies for the European market
 
 
Michael S Jackson
Facilitates financial plans, budget approvals, and other related financial operations
 
 
Alexander C Burns
Specializes in the areas of administrative and government law, land use, and civil litigation
 
 
Christopher Czepiel
Oversees all budgetary matters before the Massachusetts Senate
 
 
Debra Brucker
Conducts research that examines economic security and health disparities for people with disabilities
 
 
Suzanne J Piotrowski
Researches open government and transparency, teaches in multiple programs and co-directs the MPA program
 
 
Caitlin Del Collo
Represents DSHA on boards and commissions, presenting findings and supporting affordable housing initiatives
 
 
Jenna Mayhew
Tracks pending legislation in Congress, forms proposals, provides advice on energy and environmental policies
 
 
Alexandra Tarantino
Alexandra Tarantino is a University of Delaware Alumni who graduated from the Historic Preservation Master's p
 
 
Jeremy Rothwell
M.A. '14, HP Cert '15 - Technical review of all city site-plans, subdivision and building permit applications.
 
 
Courtney Mogavero
B.S. '12 – Translating leadership education into a successful early career path in major tech corporations.
 
 
Janet Sheridan
M.A. '07 - Providing heritage preservation services, and cultural landscape research in southern New Jersey.
 
 
Melanie Ross Levin
B.A. and MPA '05 – Developing education and advocacy campaigns on public policy relating to women's issues.
 
 
Dená Brummer
MPA '05 – Successful private sector business partner drawing upon public sector experiences.
 
 
Eric Anthony Johnson
Ph.D. '03 – Revitalizing a community through the application of theory and practical experience.
 
 
David Rudder
Ph.D. '03 – Practicing effective leadership to academic programs that promote service to the community.
 
 
Erin Kennedy
MPA '06 – Drives health care organizations towards improving quality of patient care and clinical outcomes.
 
 
Tom Friedman
MPA '07 – Manages government relations, strategic & financial plan, and policy analysis for State Health Plan.
 
 
Mike Morton
MPA '86 – Oversees budgetary analysis and legislative information systems for the Delaware General Assembly.
 
 
Jonathan Kirch
MPA '07 – Advocating for public policy that promotes better health for all Americans.
 
 
Albert Shields
MPA '07 – Advocating for university priorities with state and local governments.
 
 
Kim Gomes
MPA '04 – Strategically lobbying for client interests on a number of policy issues.
 
 
Erika Farris
M.A. '09 – Developing policies to better manage water drainage and promote environmental sustainability.
 
 
Mike Fortner
MPA '02 – Overseeing city planning for housing, land use, economic development, and transportation.
 
 
Emily Gonce
MPA '02 – Leading lobbying efforts to show members of Congress the value of life insurance to constituents.
 
 
Bill Clark
MPA '03 – Supervising a team of consultants to support projects for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
 
 
Barrett Edwards
MPA '06 – Assisting municipalities with legal issues including planning, human resources, and finance.
 
 
Benjamin Attia
MEEP'16 - Research and consulting on market trends in solar photovoltaics in Africa and the Middle East
 
 
Anastasia Kuzmina
MPA '02 – Supporting two general managers with product and employee management in 14 countries.
 
 
Wei-Ming Chen
Conducting renewable energy and electricity market researches
 
 
Michelle Kung
PHDUAPP'14 - Assisting leading technology companies from Taiwan to enter into SEA markets.
 
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Electric Vehicle Brief Series25Electric Vehicle Brief Serieshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/electric-vehicle-brief.jpegBarnes, Philip J.Jorge Hernandez-Limon, Vincent SikoraDelaware Department of TransportationThis policy brief series provides insights and recommendations for EV-ready counties, cities, and towns so local officials can begin laying the groundwork for the EV future.electric-vehicle-briefshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=25
Delaware’s Climate Change Programming23Delaware’s Climate Change Programminghttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/ClimateChangeProgramming_2020-project.pngBarnes, Philip J.Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Delaware Coastal ProgramsThis research found that while local officials are knowledgeable about the impacts that climate change is having—and will have—on their communities, communities continue to pursue models of development and growth that do not account for those impacts. https://udspace.udel.edu/bitstream/handle/19716/27749/ClimateChangeProgramming_2020.pdf, Read the Full ReportClimateChangeProgrammingRead the Full Reporthttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=23
Extended Learning Opportunities in Delaware3Extended Learning Opportunities in Delawarehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/project-cover.jpgSherretz, Kelly L.;O'Hanlon, Julia;Kelly, Christopher G.;Velez, Jessica L.;Minni, Nicole M.Rachael LaBatagglia, Sophia Vassar, Gerard Weir, Hannah Barr, Jamie Forest, and Kelly PerilloDelaware General AssemblyThis report provides a landscape analysis and needs assessment of extended learning opportunities in Delaware. The project team engaged with stakeholders in the field and conducted an extensive literature review. https://udspace.udel.edu/bitstream/handle/19716/24760/Extended-Learning-Opportunities-2019.pdf, Read the Full ReportRead the Full Reportextended-learninghttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3
Blue Collar Task Force14Blue Collar Task Forcehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Blue-collar-task-force.pngRatledge, Edward;Flynn, James P.;Sherretz, Kelly L.;O'Hanlon, JuliaThe objective of the task force was to review and discuss the significant impact of blue-collar job loss within Delaware, particularly related to shrinking manufacturing facilities and the downturn in construction opportunities.https://udspace.udel.edu/bitstream/handle/19716/12990/bctf-report.pdf, Read the Final ReportBlueCollarTaskForceRead the Final Reporthttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=14
Delaware College Application Month20Delaware College Application Monthhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/CAM_logo_web.pngSherretz, Kelly L.;Kelly, Christopher G.;Moreland Allred, LisaDelaware Department of EducationCAM is part of national effort to provide every graduating high school senior the opportunity to apply to college during the school day. CAM includes a texting campaign where students sign up to receive texts about the college application process.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/about/news/College-Application-Month-2017, Read the 2017 project update. Read the 2017 project update. https://delawarestudentsuccess.org/, Visit the Delaware Student Success Project Site.Delaware-College-Application-MonthVisit the Delaware Student Success Project Site.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=20
Successful Transitions Initiative5Successful Transitions Initiativehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/sti_graphic.jpgFlynn, James P.;Moreland Allred, Lisa;Fletcher, Frances M.;O'Hanlon, JuliaGauhar Ospanova, Amy ClarkPolicy Consensus InitiativeFormer Del. Gov. Ruth Ann Minner sought support for designing and managing a comprehensive service-delivery system for Delaware youth aging out of foster care. IPA functioned as the project facilitator/manager.http://udspace.udel.edu/bitstream/handle/19716/23517/PCI-STI-DYOI_finalreport.pdf, Read the final report.Read the final report.SuccessfulTransitionsInitiativehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=5
Complete Communities16Complete Communitieshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/completecomm.pngScott, Marcia S.;Marshall, Sarah;DeCoursey, William J.;O'Hanlon, JuliaDepartment of TransportationThe Complete Communities Planning Toolbox aims to help build local government capacity to develop: complete-communities planning approaches, community-design tools, and public-engagement strategies.http://udel.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Cascade/index.html?appid=8ef55ca4f78f4ab894a7dcc41dca8793, 2018 Year in Review Story MapCheck out the 2018 Year-in-Review Story Maphttp://completecommunitiesde.org/, Complete Communities Planning ToolboxCompleteCommunitiesVisit the Complete Communities Planning Toolbox.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=16
Executive Leaders Seminar Series19Executive Leaders Seminar Serieshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Executive-Leaders-Seminar-Series.pngSherretz, Kelly L.This seminar series is comprised of professional development seminars aimed at broadening the knowledge base and operational competencies of school district superintendents, charter school leaders, and their executive-level administrative teams.ExecutiveLeadersSeminarSerieshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=19
Toolkit for a Healthy Delaware22Toolkit for a Healthy Delawarehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/toolkit-healthy-de.pngJacobson, Eric D.;O'Hanlon, Julia;Scott, Marcia S.;DeCoursey, William J.Delaware Division of Public HealthEstablished in 2009, the toolkit housed user-friendly tools for local governments to improve the quality of life for their residents. In 2018, the content was incorporated into the Delaware Complete Communities Planning Toolbox.http://dspace.udel.edu:8080/dspace/handle/19716/3410, Healthy Communities: A Resource Guide for Delaware MunicipalitiesRead Healthy Communities: A Resource Guide for Delaware Municipalitieshttps://www.completecommunitiesde.org/, Visit the Complete Communities Toolbox.ToolkitHealthyDelawareVisit the Complete Communities Toolbox.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=22
The Louis L. Redding Symposium4The Louis L. Redding Symposiumhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/housingcrisis_cover.jpgWare, LelandThis 2008 symposium examined the mortgage-lending crisis in the U.S. and the need for affordable housing. Henry Cisneros, who served as secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) during the Clinton Administration gave the keynote address.http://www.udel.edu/PR/UDaily/2008/jun/cisneros061008.html, Cisneros addresses 'Mortgage Meltdown'LouisReddingSymposiumRead the UDaily article about this symposium.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4
Louis L. Redding Public Policy Forum6Louis L. Redding Public Policy Forumhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/highcostlowincome.jpgWare, Leland Brown v. Board of Education 50th Anniversary Consortium, Wilmington Trust Co., Discover Bank, Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, and Delaware State Bar AssociationThis 2006 forum discussed the challenges underserved communities face in gaining access to financial services and opportunities available to increase financial literacy in low-income and minority communities. http://www.udel.edu/PR/UDaily/2006/mar/forum032106.html, Forum spotlights high cost of low incomeLouisReddingPublicPolicyForumRead the UDaily article about the forum. https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=6
The Democracy Project7The Democracy Projecthttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/dp-biden-08.jpgFreel, Edward J.;O'Malley, Francis J.;Marshall, Sarah;Moreland Allred, Lisa;Moore, LeannDelaware Department of StateThe Democracy Project promotes civic engagement and a better understanding of citizen responsibilities in a democratic society among young people through a series of education-based services and programs.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/about/news/summer-institute-19?More=IPA&FName=summer-institute-19.aspx, Read about the 2019 summer institute. Read about the 2019 summer institute. https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/democracy, Learn more about The Democracy Project.DemocracyProjectLearn more about The Democracy Project.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=7
Water Resources Center10Water Resources Centerhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/kayaking-Lums-Pond-WRA.jpgKauffman, Gerald J.;Corrozi Narvaez, Martha;Homsey, Andrew R.;Minni, Nicole M.WRC provides water resources planning and policy assistance to governments in Delaware, the Delaware Valley, and along the Eastern Seaboard through the University’s land grant public service, education, and research role.http://www.wrc.udel.edu/, Learn more about the Water Resources Center.WaterResourcesLearn more about the Water Resource Center.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=10
Conflict Resolution Program8Conflict Resolution Programhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/CRP-IEP-Training-2013.JPGMurphy, Kathleen M. ;Velez, Jessica L.;Moore, LeannFran FletcherThrough conflict resolution and mediation, parties involved in a dispute are provided with the opportunity to openly discuss areas where discord exists, guided by a trained mediator/facilitator.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/crp, Learn more about CRP.ConflictResolutionLearn more about CRP.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=8
Basic Mediation Course13Basic Mediation Coursehttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Basic-Mediation-Course.pngFletcher, Frances M.;Murphy, Kathleen M. ;Moore, Leann;Velez, Jessica L.CRP offers this four-day course to citizens who want to enhance their professional and/or personal skills in the areas of conflict resolution and mediation. This training is designed and delivered by CRP personnel and offered annually.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/crp/mediation, Learn more about Basic Mediation Training.MediationCourseLearn more about Basic Mediation Training.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=13
Municipal Clerks Training Program15Municipal Clerks Training Programhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/municipal-clerks.pngFletcher, Frances M.IPA conducts this program to equip municipal and county staff with the professional skills necessary to become certified in their field. Participation in this three-year training cycle satisfies the educational requirements for the CMC designation.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/training/clerks, Learn more about the clerks program.MunicipalClerksTrainingLearn more about the clerks program.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=15
Delaware Institue for Local Government Leaders17Delaware Institue for Local Government Leadershttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/DE-Institute-Local-Gov-Leaders.pngWollaston, Martin W.;O'Hanlon, JuliaThis series addresses contemporary issues facing local governments. Session topics included budgeting in Delaware, lobbying for your community, and planning for complete communities.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/about/news/continuing-education-for-local-officials, Read about the 2017 event.Read about the 2017 event.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/training/dilgl, Learn more about the institute.DelInstLocalGovLeadersLearn more about the institute.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=17
Delaware Planning Education Program21Delaware Planning Education Programhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Del-Planning-Ed-Program.pngO'Neill, Sean T.;O'Hanlon, Julia;Wollaston, Martin W.This certificate program includes an organized series of educational courses designed to meet the responsibilities of municipalities as partners in planning Delaware’s future growth and development.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/training/planning, Learn more about the planning education program.PlanningEducationProgramLearn more about the planning education program.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=21
Academy for Excellence in Local Government Leadership11Academy for Excellence in Local Government Leadershiphttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/academy-for-excellence.pngO'Neill, Sean T.;O'Hanlon, Julia;Wollaston, Martin W.This certificate program concentrates on the professional needs of Delaware's local officials. Training sessions focus on promoting ethical standards in public service and enhancing official’s capacity to govern effectively.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/training/leadership, Learn more about this professional development opportunity. ExcellenceLGLeadershipLearn more about this professional development opportunity. https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=11
Personal Leadership and Development Program12Personal Leadership and Development Programhttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/PLDP-bench-people.pngBair, Myrna L.PLDP provides opportunities for men and women in public service to expand their leadership capabilities. The program helps individuals acquire the knowledge, skills, feedback, and opportunities necessary to become more effective workers and leaders.http://www1.udel.edu/udaily/2009/mar/leadership033109.html, Read the UDaily article.Read the UDaily article.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/crp, Conflict Resolution ProgramLeadershipDevProgramLearn more about the Conflict Resolution Program.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=12
Legislative Fellows9Legislative Fellowshttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/LegislativeFellows011309-035.jpgMoreland Allred, LisaDelaware General AssemblyThrough their nonpartisan, in-depth research, Fellows assist legislators in addressing critical issues facing the state. In recent years, Fellows have worked on areas as diverse as land-use planning, education reform, and juvenile justice.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/student-opportunities/legislative-fellows-program, Learn more about the Legislative Fellows program.Legislative-FellowsLearn more about the Legislative Fellows program.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=9
Senior Center Grant-in-Aid Project18Senior Center Grant-in-Aid Projecthttps://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/senior-grant-in-aid.pngJacobson, Eric D.;O'Hanlon, JuliaIPA conducts program evaluations and site visits for Delaware senior centers that promote physical and mental health through fitness, nutrition, and social outlets. These evaluations help the state determine funding eligibility for these centers.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/health/sr-centers, Learn more about this project.SeniorCenterLearn more about this project.https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ResearchProjectsPrograms/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=18

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