Reid, KeshiaSenior Environmental Epidemiologist at Florida Department of Health, Sessions, MiriamSection Supervisor, Womens and Mens Health Section, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Toothman, EricaSenior Permanent Instructor, Department of Sociology, University of South Florida, Brown, JordanAssistant Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Sociology, University of Kentucky, Griffis, HeatherResearch Scientist at Policy Lab at Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, McGrady, PatrickAssistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of New Haven, Miller, ByronAssistant Professor, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg.
International students must also submit TOEFL scores to the Universitys Graduate Admissions office. There are a number of potential options for financial support. James CockerhamLegislative Policy AnalystOffice of Program Policy and Government Accountability (OPPAGA)State of Florida, Ahreum HanAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Health Care AdministrationTrinity University, Chien-shih HuangPostdoctoral FellowCenter for Environmental Policy and BehaviorUniversity of California Davis, Jonathan Hilliard LubinLegislative Policy AnalystOffice of Program Policy and Government Accountability (OPPAGA)State of Florida, Naon MinAdjunct FacultyAskew School of Public Administration and PolicyFlorida State University, Rebecca Stella Layne Becca RogersDisaster Management SpecialistHagerty ConsultingCrisis and Risk Management ConsultantGlobal Rescue LLC, Donwe ChoiAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceTexas Tech University, Namhoon KiAssistant Professor of Political ScienceDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Miami, Seo Young Serena KimScholar in ResidenceSchool of Public AffairsUniversity of Colorado Denver, Abra Abby KinchVice-President of Programs and ServicesStudent Veterans of America, Tianfeng LiVisiting Assistant Professor Department of Public Policy and AdministrationBoise State University, Sungdae LimAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceSam Houston State University, Ruowen ShenAssistant ProfessorHugo Wall School of Public AffairsWichita State University, Jun Ki LeeResearcherKorea Institute of Local Finance, Michael Blair ThomasAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceValdosta State University, Ki Woong ChoAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public Administration Jeonbuk National University, South Korea, Sarah Lynn Hinkel-YoungAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political Science and International AffairsUniversity of North Georgia, Jeongmin KoMinistry of Economy and FinanceRepublic of Korea, Susan L. SpiceVisiting Assistant ProfessorDepartment of GovernmentNew Mexico State University, Lachezar G. Lucky AnguelovAssistant ProfessorPublic Affairs, MPA ProgramEvergreen State College, Karina AriasVice Director of University RelationsUniversity of Santiago, Chile, Suk Joon HwangAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationKongji National University, South Korea, Gook Jin KimAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationIncheon National University, South Korea, Koomin KimAssistant ProfessorSchool of Public PolicyGeumgang University, South Korea, Na Yeon KimTeaching ProfessorKookmin University, Chang-Gyu KwakAssistant Professor Department of Public AdministrationSejong University, South Korea, Minsun SongAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceValdosta State University, William Lawrence SwannAssistant ProfessorSchool of Public AffairsUniversity of Colorado Denver, Kimberly Kay WileyAssistant ProfessorNonprofit Leadership and Community SciencesUniversity of Florida, Aaron DeslatteAssistant ProfessorONeill School of Public and Environmental AffairsIndiana University, Hanane CherkaouiTechnical AdvisorProgram TAMHEEMGerman Society for International Organizations, Germany, Karen M. JumonvilleGrowth Management DirectorCity of Tallahassee, Florida, Seunghoo LimProfessorGraduate School of International RelationsInternational University of Japan, Jiwon NamAssistant ProfessorSchool of Public and International AffairsUniversity of Baltimore, Zia ObaidAssociate Professor and DirectorOffice of Research, Innovation and CommercializationUniversity of Peshawar, Pakistan, Karen H. SamuelExecutive Director, Human ResourcesUnited Methodist Publishing House, Cali CurleyAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Miami, Rizalino Barbolino CruzAssistant ProfessorNational College of Public Administration and GovernanceUniversity of the Philippines, Jungwon ParkAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationAndong National University, South Korea, Na Yong RyooVisiting Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationSeoul Womens University, South Korea, Christy D. SmithAssociate ProfessorMaster of Public Administration ProgramUniversity of New Haven, Jisun YoumAssociate ResearcherKorea Institute of Public Administration, South Korea, Amer AfaqDeputy CommissionerCity of Abbottabad, Pakistan, Agustin Leon-MoretaAssistant ProfessorSchool of Public AdministrationUniversity of New Mexico, Youngmin OhAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationDongguk University, South Korea, Tae Kyu WangAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationChangwon National University, South Korea, Taeseop YoonAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationChungbuk National University, South Korea, Aisha AzharActing Director School of Governance and Society and Assistant ProfessorSchool of Governance and SocietyUniversity of Management and Technology, Sungkyu JangAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceIndiana University South Bend, Sangsoo KimProfessorNational Assembly Training Institute, South Korea, Sang-Chul ParkAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationYeoungnam University, South Korea, Jessica TermanAssociate ProfessorSchar School of Policy and GovernmentGeorge Mason University, Hyungsang HaAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationKookmin University, South Korea, Sejin LeeSenior Lecturer Department of Public AdministrationYeoungnam University, South Korea, Youngmi LeeAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationKyonggi University, South Korea, Cheon-Geun ChoiAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Public AdministrationHansung University, South Korea, Ho-Seok JangSenior ResearcherKorea Consumer Agency, Claire Connolly KnoxAssociate Professor and Emergency and Crisis Management Academic Program CoordinatorSchool of Public AdministrationUniversity of Central Florida, Howard Frank (1988)Professor and Department ChairSteven J. Fundamentals of Political Management. This course is a How-To guide on the operation, strategy, management, function, application, and business of opposition research in political campaigns. Questions addressed in the course include: What makes a Super PAC super? This course provides students with an understanding of political research by exploring the relationships between research methods, policy making, social and political theory, and communication strategies. Thomas, KirbySenior Educational Program Director, Accountability, Research, and Measurement, Florida Department of Education. Students focus on political research techniques for gathering observations, analyzing them, and using the findings for political decision making. Many of our students leverage this valuable network to land their next political job and advance their career. MAAPP is a Master of Science degree designed for those who seek active careers in a range of political fields including: Campaigns, Fundraising, Political Communications, Lobbying, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Affairs, etc. MAAPP is a top national masters program for applied learning and is part of the FSU Political Science Department, which consistently ranks as one of the top-20 programs in the US. Per University requirements, a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based examination or 550 on the paper-based examination, are required for admission into the program. Rote, SunshineAssistant Professor, Kent School of Social Work University of Louisville, Shekha, K. RustyAssistant Professor, Dennison University. Students currently working in a regular, full-time political job are often able to meet the Practicum requirements through this work. Unlike the traditional graduate program in Political Science, which is designed for individuals with career paths in academia and research, MAAPP offers practical experience and a diverse set of skills for those interested in careers as political operatives. This course provides students with an understanding of the different functions of local governments and the implications of the dynamics in local political arenas. With alumni in professional positions on University faculty and in various government and research agencies in over twenty states and several foreign countries, the Department is well represented in the discipline. This course counts as a core course and must be completed for the MAAPP degree. Using real-world policy issues, students propose, plan and present a comprehensive evaluation of political research used in the policy making process. Established in 2001, MAAPP has over 500 graduates who hold prominent positions in Florida and national politics. This course counts as a core course for Policy/Research or as an elective. The following FSU graduate students are currently seeking academic positions: Anastasiia Vlasenko (Ph.D. expected Fall 2021)Curriculum VitaeWebsite. Students learn how to produce strategically sound and rhetorically powerful messages for electoral campaigns, policy campaigns, and crisis situations, as well as how to evaluate the messages of others. Money in Politics. The overarching goal is to examine and discuss public policy objectively and analytically, focusing on evaluating the quality of information and assessing our beliefs about the state of reality in light of the quality of evidence available. Pederson, JoEllenAssistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Longwood University. 500 words), detailing your interest in pursuing the MAAPP degree, your qualifications, political experience, and your long-term career goals, as well as any other important information you wish for the Admissions Committee to consider. The FSU Masters of Applied Politics & Policy (MAAPP) program is a leading graduate program providing practical career training in an intellectually challenging environment for individuals committed to making a difference in the world through the political process. Once admitted to the program, students have up to seven years to complete the requirements for the MS degree. Askew Senior Practitioner in ResidenceAskew School of Public Administration and PolicyFlorida State University, Anthony Viegbesie (1988)Gadsden County Commissioner, District TwoGadsden County, Florida, County CommissionProfessor of Economics and Public AdministrationTallahassee Community College, Sarah Whitehead (1994)Program Director of Sustainable Urban Planning ProgramSustainable Urban Planning ProgramThe George Washington University, Jessica Word (2006)Associate Professor and Academic Director of Nonprofit Community & Leadership InitiativeSchool of Policy and LeadershipUniversity of Nevada Las Vegas, © Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 32306, For the latest information related to COVID-19, visit, Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Acting Director School of Governance and Society and Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Emergency and Crisis Management Academic Program Coordinator, Associate Professor and Chair of Master of Public Administration, Professor, Director of the Institute of Governance, Associate Professor of Political Science and Public Administration and Director of Graduate Studies, Professor and MPA Director, Reubin OD. Respiratory Disease Unit Manager at Florida Department of Health. Washington, D.C. Lanford, DanielPostdoctoral Research Fellow at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia State University, Mauney, HeatherSenior Research Analyst and Assistant Director, Survey Research Laboratory, Florida State University, Pena-Talamantes, AbrahamAssociate Director, Center for Academic Access & Opportunity, Suffolk University Boston, Rawlinson, BrittanyResearch Analyst at Office of Labor and Policy Standards, NYC Department of Consumer. Knop, BrianData Scientist, U.S. Census Bureau.
Students explore the structure of state legislatures generally, the committee and floor processes, constitutional and other constraints, and vetoes and overrides. Other projects: My second project focuses on the electoral effects of symbolic politics. This course concentrates on the fundamentals of lobbying and advocacy, including strategy and tactics. Through applied learning activities, students create content and other materials relevant to modern campaigns. This course introduces students to the specialized forms of communication used by political professionals. A comprehensive review of the applicants file will be completed by the Admissions Committee and deviations from GPA and test standards are permissible for applicants who possess exceptional qualities that are not reflected in these criteria. Our students have a strong record of obtaining positions; some at major research universities, some at smaller colleges and universities that emphasize undergraduate teaching, others in the private sector or government. The MAAPP program is a Master of Science degree designed for those who seek active careers in a number of political fields: Campaigns, Fundraising, Political Communications, Lobbying, Legislative Affairs, etc. Students enroll in POS 5945 MAAPP Practicum for a total of 12 credit hours and have the choice of enrolling in the course in one semester for 12 hours or two separate, consecutive semesters for 6 hours each. Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Submit a current resume/curriculum vitae with the application. Applicants should have a minimum 3.0 GPA in their upper-level coursework at the undergraduate level (GPA is calculated beginning with the semester the student reaches their sixtieth credit hour as listed on undergraduate transcripts). From county government, municipal government, to school boards, students discuss and develop projects that uncover why local government is considered the government closest to the people. Decisions about admission are based on academic performance, political and professional experience, and the applicants statement of purpose. Lennon, LindseyEducational Coordinator, Project Grows, Mannheimer, AndrewLecturer, College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences. Clemson University. The Askew School of Public Administration and Policys students go on to pursue many paths. The Department provides information on available positions, assists in the development of a placement file, and sends that file to institutions that are recruiting faculty. Currently enrolled undergraduate students at FSU may qualify for the Combined Bachelors/Masters Pathway where up to 12 credit hours of approved graduate-level coursework will count towards requirements for both degree programs (BA/BS and MS). This course counts as a core course for Communications or as an elective. Most students in the doctoral program expect to pursue a career as part of a university faculty. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public AffairsVirginia Commonwealth University, Meeyoung Lamothe (2000)Associate ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Oklahoma, Scott Lamothe (2000)ProfessorDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Oklahoma, Deok-ro Douglas Lee (2004)Professor, Director of the Institute of GovernanceDepartment of Public AdministrationSejong University, South Korea2022 President-Elect, 2023 President Korean Association of Public Administration, Christopher J. Mansfield (1988) Professor of Public HealthBrody School of MedicineEast Carolina University, Arthur Simon (2001)Senior LecturerDepartment of Political ScienceUniversity of Miami, Manoj K. Shrestha (2008)Associate Professor of Political Science and Public Administration and Director of Graduate StudiesDepartment of Politics and PhilosophyUniversity of Idaho, Gary VanLandingham (2006)Professor and MPA Director, Reubin OD. I study authoritarian politics and democratization with specialization in politics of Ukraine and Russia. Students examine the challenges and issues facing a campaign manager as they prepare a campaign plan that pulls together the resources and activities necessary to win. Applications for the Spring must be submitted by November 1 and admission decisions are generally completed by early December.
All of these goals will be accomplished using the R statistical programming language. Prof.), Washington University, St. Louis (Post-Doc), Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Sookmyung Womens University (South Korea). Students learn how to become a generalist who can work with campaigns in various roles. This course counts as a core course for Communications or as an elective. Political Fundraising.
Given the constantly evolving landscape of modern media, students are given a theoretical framework from which to base future communications/media decisions. Harry BarbeePostdoctoral Scholar of LGBT Health and Aging, Vanderbilt University, BertanBuyukozturkGraduate Student, MS in Technical Game Design,FIEA atthe University of Central Florida(will complement academic expertise in sociology of technology, culture, and gaming), Ben Dowd-ArrowInstructor in theBachelors inPublic Health Program,Florida State University, KristenErichsenPostdoctoral Scholarin the College of Education, Florida State University, Brittany KingSurvey Statistician, US Census Bureau, TayelorValerioSurvey Statistician, US Census Bureau, Kaley BoggsData Analyst, Florida Department of Education, Elyse ClaxtonProfessor of Academic Pathways for Student Success, St. Johns River State College, AndrewLatinskyResearch Analyst, Florida Department of Children and Families, StephanieUreaSalasPostdoctoral Research Fellow, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Jasmine ArmstrongHuman Trafficking Intervention Coordinator, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, ClaytonGumberSurvey Statistician, US Census Bureau, Patrick HodgeLead Program Evaluatorfor FL Department of Health Bureau of Chronic Disease Preventions Initiatives, Florida Heal, Quentin KilpatrickData Analyst/DataStory Writer for Social Explorer, Alexandra KrauseSurvey Statistician, US Census Bureau, Stella MinStatistician and Data Scientist, IBM Watson Health, Amanda NixPostdoctoral Research Fellow with the Center for Postsecondary Success, FSU, Keith RichardStatewide Director of Career and Education Quality, Florida Department of Education, Stacy SalernoAssistant Professor of Sociology, Broward College, HenaWadhwaDirector of Implementation Science, Vayu Global Health Foundation, Noah WebbSystems Benefits Healthcare and Wellness Data Analyst, Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, Stephanie (Otte) WestAdvanced Epidemiologist and Evaluator, Wisconsin Department of Health, Bradley, StephanieAssistant Professor, Department of Sociology Radford University, Godbolt, DawnHealth Program Associate at National Partnership for Women and Families. Others leverage their skills and experience to secure university administrative (e.g., Associate Director of Center of Academic Access and Opportunity) or research positions (e.g., Diversity & Inclusion Metrics Analyst). Applied Policy Analysis. Applied Local Politics. © Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 32306, For the latest information related to COVID-19, visit, Masters of Applied American Politics & Policy. The program is designed so students wishing to complete the degree in one year may do so by taking a full-time course load of 12 credits over three consecutive semesters. 
Chapter 1 investigates how legislative networks affect the proliferation of corruption.
The course includes a particular emphasis on the appropriations process. These are announced periodically and all currently enrolled MAAPP students may apply. The Florida Legislative Process. Weiss, UrsulaBureau Chief of Medicaid Quality, Agency for Health Care Administration, © Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 32306, For the latest information related to COVID-19, visit, Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the Center for Postsecondary Success, FSU, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology Radford University, Health Program Associate at National Partnership for Women and Families. Vaghela, PreetiSurvey Statistician at U.S. Census Bureau, Conn, SarrahAssistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Hillsborough College, Klein, JesseSocial Science Research and Data Librarian, Florida State University, Roach, TeresaTeaching Faculty, Department of Sociology, Florida State University, Stamm, TaraGraduate Program Director and Teaching Faculty, Department of Sociology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Weeks, JanetResearch Scientist at West Virginia University, Bamford, MelissaOnline Coordinator and Instructor of Sociology. We welcome students with a wide variety of career aspirations. Below is a description of recent MAAPP courses. You will be required to submit the following through to Office of Admissions using their electronic application procedures. Since 2001, the program has awarded over 500 Master of Science degrees. I am a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Political Science at Florida State University and a visiting researcher at Hertie School of Governance in Berlin, Germany. Senior Research Analyst at Healogics, Inc. Assistant Professor, College of Medicine, Florida State University. The course also examines lobbying the budget process, lobbying strategies, and the management of government affairs in corporations and trade associations. And a few translate their training into political work (e.g., member of a city council, womens health advocacy) or nonprofit management (e.g, coordinator of an educational sustainable farm). Sabo, ShannonStatistician at the Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce.
The University requires the completion of a graduate-entry examination, however due to the COVID Public Health Emergency, it is optional. Students in graduate programs other than MAAPP can request enrollment in MAAPP courses on a space-available basis. David Coburn, Co-instructor for Florida Legislative Process, Slater Bayliss, The Advocacy Group at Cardenas Partners, Instructor for Lobbying, Dr. Karen Cyphers, Sachs Media Group, Instructor for Applied Policy Analysis, Richard Herring, REHerring, LLC, Co-instructor for Florida Legislative Process, Stephen MacNamara, FSU Faculty, Instructor for the Campaign Process, Beth Matuga, Hard Ask Consulting, Instructor for Fundraising, and Money in Politics, Adam Montgomery, Knight Owl Strategies, Instructor for Earned Media, Dr. Matt Pietryka, FSU Political Science Faculty, Instructor for Data for Campaigns, Jay Revell, Revell Media, Instructor for Creating Compelling Campaigns, Jenna Tala, Florida League of Cities, Instructor for Political Communication and Message Development, Courtney Thomas, Office of the Mayor of Tallahassee, Instructor for Applied Local Politics, Steven Vancore, VancoreJones, Instructor for Applied Media Selection and Application, Todd Wilder, Silver Bullet Research, Instructor for Opposition Research. The course culminates in the production of a fundraising portfolio for the students candidate of choice. Rastagh, SammyAssistant Professor of Sociology and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Broward College.
My dissertation examines the effect of legislative networks on corruption and political survival in Ukraine. Raphael, AlexandraInformation Analyst, Haggerty. This course aims to familiarize students with the fundamentals of applied data analysis, which include: accessing relevant data, combining data from multiple sources, visualizing data, identifying and fixing data problems, and using data to make informed judgments about campaign activities. I am also working on co-authored projects analyzing the electoral effects of Russian Orthodox Church expansion (with Katie Hess), forecasting German federal election 2021 (with Mark Kayser and Arndt Leininger), and investigating the effect of religious competition in Ukraine on local elections (with Tymofii Brik). The MAAPP offers limited annual scholarships and Graduate Assistantships with tuition waivers. Details on tuition, fees, aid, scholarship and employment are updated in the, Certain employees of the State of Florida may be eligible for tuition waivers. MAAPP graduates have an excellent record of job placement in local, state, and federal positions, as well as in the private sector. Department of Sociology, University of Memphis, Hsu, Tze-LiAssistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Sam Houston State University, Jokinen-Gordon, HannaUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Laguna, JasonAssistant Professor of Sociology at Roxbury Community College. Materials are submitted electronically to the department via the Universitys graduate admissions application system. Senior Educational Program Director, Accountability, Research, and Measurement, Florida Department of Education, Survey Statistician at U.S. Census Bureau, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Hillsborough College, Graduate Program Director and Teaching Faculty, Department of Sociology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Research Scientist at West Virginia University, Online Coordinator and Instructor of Sociology. Political Communication and Message Development. Political Research. In this course students develop the tools, skills, and mindsets needed to become a modern political practitioner. Are corporations people, too? Epidemiologist, Centers for Disease Control. The MAAPP program Graduate Record Examination (GRE) target score is 149 on the Verbal and Quantitative sections of the exam, or the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) with a target score of 151. An OFFICIAL copy of transcripts from all previous universities/colleges attended must be submitted to the following address: Statement of Purpose (approx. Dr. Bradley Kile is Director of the MAAPP program and teaches the Fundamentals of Political Management, Political Research, and the Practicum. This project has been supported through Helen Darcovich Memorial Doctoral Fellowship at Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies and Dissertation Research Grant at Florida State University. Applied Media Selection & Application. The course offers a critical examination of the operation of American political institutions and the philosophical and political environment in which these institutions function. College of Medicine, Florida State University. I expect to defend my dissertation by Fall 2021. Certain required courses are only offered once per calendar year, so students wishing to complete the program in the quickest manner possible should take these courses as they become available. Because admission is competitive, no particular GPA, test score, or professional experience guarantees acceptance. See the Student Guide for the Combined Pathway for details. Twelve of the 24 credit hours are in core courses; the remaining 12 semester hours are electives. This course prepares students to manage political campaigns. Our largest admissions semester is Fall, and students have the option of submitting all materials for application review on or before April 15 for an early decision. This is highly encouraged for Fall applicants, as the program can only accept a limited number of students at any one time due to the need to ensure manageable class sizes. Details are. Askew Senior Practitioner in Residence, Gadsden County Commissioner, District Two, Program Director of Sustainable Urban Planning Program, Associate Professor and Academic Director of Nonprofit Community & Leadership Initiative. Decisions for regular admission are generally completed in late July. While courses for the MAAPP program are reserved to admitted students during standard registration, there are limited options for non-MAAPP students to enroll in these courses.