#1 Syracuse University (Maxwell) #2 Indiana University - Bloomington

#3 Harvard University (Kennedy)

#4 University of Georgia

#5 Princeton University (Wilson)

#6 New York University (Wagner)

#6 University of California - Berkeley (Goldman)

#6 University of Southern California (Price)

#9 Carnegie Mellon University (Heinz)

#9 University of Kansas

#9 University of Washington (Evans)

#12 American University

#12 George Washington University (Trachtenberg)

#12 University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Ford)

#12 University of Wisconsin - Madison (La Follette)

#16 Arizona State University

#16 Duke University (Sanford)

#16 Florida State University (Askew)

#16 University at Albany - SUNY (Rockefeller)

#16 University of Kentucky (Martin)

#16 University of Minnesota - Twin Cities (Humphrey)

#16 University of Texas - Austin (LBJ)

#23 Georgetown University

#23 Georgia State University (Young)

#23 Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey - Newark

#23 University of California - Los Angeles (Luskin)

#23 University of Chicago (Harris)

#23 University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

#29 Columbia University

#29 Ohio State University (Glenn)

#29 University of Colorado - Denver

#29 University of Maryland - College Park

#33 Texas A&M University - College Station (Bush)

#33 University of Missouri (Truman)

#33 University of Nebraska - Omaha

#33 University of Pittsburgh

#37 Cornell University

#37 University of Arizona

#37 University of Delaware

#37 University of Illinois - Chicago

#37 Virginia Tech

SPECIALITIESThe institutions below received the greatest number of nominations from survey respondents for their excellence in a given specialty.*

2013 RANKINGS: THE TOP SCHOOLSThe rankings, completed in 2012, are based on a survey of deans, directors, and department chairs representing 266 master’s programs.

*Keep in mind that nominees were drawn only from the schools surveyed.

CITY MANAGEMENT & URBAN POLICY#1 University of Kansas#2 Arizona State University#2 Cleveland State University (Levin)#2 New York University (Wagner)#5 Northern Illinois University

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY & MANAGEMENT#1 Indiana University - Bloomington#2 Duke University (Sanford)#3 Columbia University#3 University of California - Berkeley (Goldman)#3 University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Ford)

HEALTH POLICY & MANAGEMENT#1 Harvard University (Kennedy)#2 Johns Hopkins University#3 University of California - Berkeley (Goldman)#4 Princeton University (Wilson)#4 University of Southern California (Price)

INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT#1 Carnegie Mellon University (Heinz)#2 Syracuse University (Maxwell)#3 University at Albany - SUNY (Rockefeller)#4 Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey - Newark#5 Georgia Institute of Technology#6 Indiana University - Bloomington

NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT#1 Indiana University - Bloomington#2 Syracuse University (Maxwell)#3 University of Minnesota - Twin Cities (Humphrey)#3 University of Washington (Evans)#5 New York University (Wagner)#6 Indiana University-Purdue University - Indianapolis

PUBLIC FINANCE & BUDGETING#1 Syracuse University (Maxwell)#2 University of Kentucky (Martin)#3 Indiana University - Bloomington#4 Georgia State University (Young)#5 University of Georgia

PUBLIC MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION#1 Syracuse University (Maxwell)#2 University of Georgia#3 Indiana University - Bloomington#4 Harvard University (Kennedy)#5 University of Kansas

PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS#1 University of California - Berkeley (Goldman)#2 Harvard University (Kennedy)#3 University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Ford)#4 University of Chicago (Harris)#5 Princeton University (Wilson)#6 Duke University (Sanford)#7 Carnegie Mellon University (Heinz)#8 Syracuse University (Maxwell)#9 Indiana University - Bloomington#10 University of Wisconsin--Madison (La Follette)

SOCIAL POLICY#1 Harvard University (Kennedy)#1 University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Ford)#3 University of Wisconsin - Madison (La Follette)#4 University of Chicago (Harris)#5 Princeton University (Wilson)

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Application Checklist (Domestic)

Priority Deadline: February 1 (for merit-based aid consideration)

Final Application Deadline: May 1**Please note that our class may close by this date. We encourage you to apply by the priority deadline of February 1.

How to Apply:

Complete and submit the following materials:

n Online Indiana University Graduate Application (eApp) www.speaapplication.com

n $55 application fee – The eApp requires payment by credit card upon submission.

n Official transcript(s) – A transcript from each college attended is required, regardless of degree conferral, including transfer credits. (If you attended Indiana University, you need not submit a transcript; we can obtain it from the Registrar.) Please have transcripts sent electronically to speaapps@indiana.edu or in hard copy to the following address:

SPEA Masters Program Office 1315 E. Tenth St., Suite 260 Bloomington, IN 47405

n Three letters of recommendation – We recommend these letters come from faculty members, when possible. On the eApp, you will be asked to provide contact information for three recommenders. After you submit your application and pay the application fee, an email will be sent to your recommenders prompting them to upload their recommendation letters. Alternatively, your recommenders may submit recommendations, as a PDF attachment, via email to speaapps@indiana.edu with the name of the applicant in the subject line.

n Official GRE or GMAT scores – Our institution code is 1324. (LSAT is acceptable if you are applying to the dual MPA-JD or MSES-JD program.)

n Departmental Questions – Please complete the online form at speadq.com.

n Personal Statement – Your personal statement should be uploaded to the eApp. Please consider responding to the following prompt: Describe your most important accomplishments and how they prepared you for graduate study at the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Outline carefully your current goals and professional plans. Explain your reasons for selecting the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Alternatively, your personal statement may be emailed to speaapps@indiana.edu, as a PDF attachment, with the subject line: Application Personal Statement.

n Résumé or CV – Your résumé or CV should be uploaded to the eApp. Alternatively, your résumé may be emailed to speaapps@indiana.edu, as a PDF attachment, with the subject line: Application Résumé.

All supplemental paper materials should be sent to the SPEA Masters Program Office (MPO) at the address located on the left-hand margin. Additional electronic files can be sent to speaapps@indiana.edu.

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Estimated Cost of Attendance for 2014-2015:Master of Public Affairs (MPA) & Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES) Students: Resident Non-Resident Tuition* $10,999 $25,295 Mandatory Fees** $1,301 $1,301 Total $12,300 $25,596

*The figures above represent a full year’s tuition, based on 12 hours per semester of master’s-level coursework at SPEA. Please note that tuition and fees are subject to change without notice by action of the Board of Trustees of Indiana University. **Mandatory fees support ongoing maintenance for IU’s 900 buildings and associated infrastructure, technology, transportation, and more.

Additional information can be found at the Indiana University Office of the Bursar (http://bursar.indiana.edu) and at the Office of Student Financial Assistance website (http://studentcentral.indiana.edu/).

Financing Your EducationMany students use a combination of awards and assistantships, fellowships and grants, part-time jobs, and student loans to finance their education. SPEA offers a number of merit-based awards. Many other SPEA students obtain assistance from research or teaching resources within the School or from other departments and offices on campus. SPEA works to inform its students of opportunities within and around the university community through a weekly electronic newsletter; however, students should be proactive in researching external funding opportunities.

Need-based aid. Indiana University’s Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) administers all need-based aid, including federal and state scholarships and grants, federal student loans, and Federal Work Study funds. Students interested in this type of funding should submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the university’s priority deadline of March 10 to be considered for the maximum amount of need-based aid. Forms are available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or from OSFA.

Additional information about need-based aid can be reviewed on OSFA’s website: http://studentcentral.indiana.edu/.

Merit-based aid. All applicants who submit a complete application file and meet the priority deadline of February 1 are considered for SPEA merit based aid. To apply, check the appropriate boxes in the Departmental Questions (DQs) portion of your application. The DQs will be offered to you upon your official application via Indiana University’s Graduate and Professional Admissions Application (eApp) and are also accessible on SPEA’s Admissions website. The merit-aid allocation process begins in February, and recipients are notified in March. GPA and test scores, academic and professional achievements, extracurricular and volunteer activities, recommendation letters, and responses to application questions are among the factors considered when determining merit awards. Merit awards include fellowships, graduate and teaching assistantships (GAs and TAs), Service Corps Fellow and Coverdell Fellow designations, and tuition scholarships. Merit awards generally include a partial tuition remission and a stipend or hourly wage.

Part-time employment. Many students seek part-time employment to earn extra money for tuition and living expenses. Full- and part-time positions are available on campus and posted online at the following websites:

http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/jobs/http://www.indiana.edu/~uitshr/services/jobs/IUBhourly.htmlhttp://www.indiana.edu/~career/

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Apply to SPEA

Specific questions may be directed to speaapps@indiana.edu or the Masters Program Office, 800.765.7755.

Are there any prerequisites for admission to your programs? n MPA: There are no prerequisites to the MPA program. However, it is strongly recommended that applicants have one

semester of statistics and college math (basic algebra). n MSES: The MSES Admissions Committee looks for applicants to have an adequate background in quantitative and

natural science subjects. As a minimum, an applicant must have completed at least one (1) semester of: calculus and chemistry with lab. Familiarity with concepts in biology/ecology, as well as statistics, is also desirable.

n MPA/MSES: Please see the above guidelines for each respective program.

What standardized tests are required for admission to SPEA? n The GRE or GMAT is required for admission. If you are applying to a dual degree program with the School of Law, we

will accept your LSAT score in place of a GRE score. • If you are applying to a dual degree outside of SPEA (such as an MPA/MA or MPA/JD), you must submit applications to each school separately.

n International students whose native language is not English are also required to take the TOEFL or IELTS. SPEA baseline scores for consideration are 100 (TOEFL) or 7.0 (IELTS). If you have received a degree from a US institution, the TOEFL/IELTS requirement is waived.

n Please have your GRE scores sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS). • Institutional Code: #1324 • Department Code: MPA - #2204, MSES - #0502

Do you have specific test score and GPA requirements for admission? n We do not have defined GPA or GRE/GMAT* requirements for admission consideration. The Admission Committee

conducts a comprehensive review of each application file and seeks well-rounded students for admission to the SPEA master’s programs.

n Average GRE scores (data reflect the demographics of our last three incoming classes):

Do you offer spring admission to your programs? We accept applications to the MSES, dual programs with the MSES degree, and certificate programs for the spring semester. MPA applications are accepted only by special permission of a director.

When are your application deadlines? Fall application deadlines: Spring application deadline:International applications – December 1 All applications – November 1Financial aid priority deadline** – February 1 Domestic applications – May 1

**All application materials must be postmarked by this date.

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Verbal 70% 66% 73%

Quantitative 58% 62% 65%

Analytical 3.9/6.0 3.66/6.0 4.09/6.0

Average GPA 3.55/4.0 3.33/4.0 3.52/4.0

*Limited GMAT data available. Please email speaapps@indiana.

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When will I be notified of an admission decision?

SPEA’s admission season begins at the end of October. We have a rolling admission process. You will be notified as soon as your application file is under review. We will notify you by e-mail as soon as an admission decision has been reached, and we will follow this notification with a formal letter. We prioritize timely communication throughout our application process.

When does SPEA notify financial aid recipients of their award?

SPEA financial aid decisions are made separately from admission decisions. Therefore, admission letters are NOT accompanied by award offers. Once the priority deadline (February 1) has passed, we begin our award process. We strive to notify each recipient of his or her selection for an award in early March.

How are financial aid decisions made?

All candidates who indicate on their applications that they wish to be considered for merit aid, and who meet the February 1st priority deadline, are included in the pool of potential merit aid recipients. Decisions are made based on how your overall credentials compare to those of other applicants of that year.

We were able to offer financial aid to approximately 35% of our fall 2013 incoming class. A majority of awards offer partial fee remission and an hourly wage position, accompanied by a teaching or graduate assistantship.

Visit Bloomington

I’m not from the Midwest; does Bloomington offer cultural diversity and community opportunities?

Bloomington is located only an hour from Indianapolis. With a permanent population of approximately 69,000 people, it is a flourishing academic community that offers residents a variety of cultural experiences. Whether you are looking for performing arts, ethnic dining, music and art festivals, on-campus advocacy groups and associations, or simply the experience of living in a socially and ethnically diverse community, all can be found right here in Bloomington.

What is the cost of living in Bloomington?

Because Indiana University is in the Midwest, the cost of living is affordable! According to a recent publication by the Bloomington Indiana Convention and Visitors Bureau, the median value of a house in Bloomington is $107,500, while the median cost to rent is $488 per month. This can be a significant value when comparing the costs of attending graduate school in other areas of the country.

Should I visit the Bloomington campus?

We look forward to meeting you! We do our best to customize visit days to highlight those areas of our programs that are of most interest to you. Generally, visitors meet with faculty, the Career Development Office, and the Masters Program Office (MPO). We also arrange for you to go to lunch with a current student. If classes are in session, we will arrange for you to sit in on a course within your area of interest. Please contact our office at 1.800.765.7755 or speainfo@indiana.edu to schedule a visit. The staff in the Masters Program Office wants to help you get the most out of your graduate school experience. Please visit our website or call our office if you have additional questions about our programs or how a SPEA degree can help you achieve your career aspirations.

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S Indiana University is located in a beautiful area in southern Indiana that enjoys a relatively low cost of living. The cost of a School of Public and Environmental Affairs’ (SPEA) degree is one of the most economical in the league of peer institutions. Moreover, in light of the quality of our academic programs and marketability of our graduates, a SPEA graduate degree is a sound investment with a solid return.

This list of funding options is not intended to be comprehensive; it is merely a sample of opportunities. Funding levels and opportunities change. We encourage you to proactively seek out these opportunities.

Merit-based AidAll students who submit a complete application file by the priority deadline of February 1 are considered for SPEA merit-based aid. To apply for merit-based aid, check the appropriate boxes in the Departmental Questions portion of your application. The merit aid allocation process begins in February and recipients are notified in March. GPA and test scores, academic and professional achievements, extracurricular and volunteer activities, recommendation letters, and responses to application questions are among the factors considered when determining merit awards.

Merit awards include fellowships, graduate and teaching assistantships (GAs and TAs), Service Corps Fellow and Coverdell Fellow distinctions, and tuition awards. Merit awards generally include a partial tuition remission and a stipend or hourly wage.

Benefits to Volunteers*SPEA strongly encourages candidates who have successfully completed volunteer service with Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or Teach For America to apply. In addition, Peace Corp, AmeriCorps, and Teach for America service satisfies the experiential requirement associated with SPEA master’s degrees.

Peace Corps: Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) qualify for a reduction of 6 credit hours based on two years of service (over $6,300 benefit, depending on residency).

Teach For America: Alumni of the Teach For America (TFA) program qualify for a reduction of up to 6 credit hours based on two years of service (over $6,300 benefit per year of service, depending on residency).

AmeriCorps: Alumni of the AmeriCorps program qualify for a reduction of 3 credit hours per year of service, with a maximum award of 6 credit hours (over $3,100 benefit per year of service, depending on residency).

* Note: Students participating in dual degree programs other than the MPA-MSES are not eligible for the volunteer credit reduction. As a dual degree student, SPEA degree requirements are already reduced from 48 to 36 credit hours.

Fellowships for Current StudentsIn addition to SPEA merit-based aid that is allocated during the recruitment and application process, SPEA prides itself in making fellowship dollars available to current SPEA master’s candidates through a competitive application process. These fellowships provide additional funding for students who have demonstrated excellence in academics and involvement during their SPEA graduate studies. In addition to the financial benefit, these fellowships also serve to recognize students’ achievements and commitment to their SPEA degree program.

Damon SmithMPA/Master of Arts, Russian

and East European Studies, 2015International Development

RPCV, Ukraine

SPEA Funding: International Engagement Grant, Study Abroad Scholarship, Teaching Assistantship

Other Funding: Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship, Russian and East European Studies (REEI);

Mellon Grant, Russian and East European Studies (REEI); Ukrainian Research Institute Fellowship,

Harvard University; International Enhancement Grant, Office of the Vice President for International Affairs

“Having worked for a few years after earning my undergraduate degree, I knew that graduate school

was the right decision for me professionally. However, three years of additional schooling is a significant

financial burden that I would not have been able to undertake without the generous aid packages available at Indiana University. The financial opportunities in the

SPEA MPA and REEI MA dual degree program have allowed me to focus on my studies and deepen

my professional development. Having taken full advantage of the opportunities available,

I know that I have already received a return on my investment and look forward

to an exciting career in public service.”

Need-based AidThe Federal Government and IU’s Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) administer need-based aid. Federal Work-Study funds are administered by OSFA: http://www.indiana.edu/~sfa/.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms are available from OSFA online at http://studentcentral.indiana.edu/ or in-person at 408 N. Union Street. You can also apply online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. All U.S. citizens should submit the FAFSA by the university’s priority deadline of March 1.

Student EmploymentMany students seek employment to help finance tuition and living expenses. IU employment opportunities are posted on the following websites:

University Human Resource Services www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/jobsUniversity Information Technology Services www.indiana.edu/~uitshrCareer Development Center www.indiana.edu/~career

Additional Sources of FundingMany students pursue additional sources of funding to help finance the remaining cost of tuition and living expenses. Students should be proactive in researching funding opportunities online and by referencing the weekly Masters Program Office News & Notes electronic newsletter for further opportunities.

Research AssistantshipsResearch assistantships are generally supported by faculty who have external research grants. Award levels vary and are open to incoming and continuing students.

Funding from Other Campus DepartmentsAssistantships and fellowships are also available from other departments and offices on campus. Students must contact departments directly about funding opportunities. In the past, SPEA master’s students have been able to receive funding from the following campus units:

Department of Biology www.bio.indiana.eduForeign Language & Area Studies (FLAS) www.indiana.edu/~flasHutton Honors College www.indiana.edu/~iubhonorIndiana Geological Survey www.igs.indiana.eduInstitute for Family & Social Responsibility www.spea.indiana.edu/fasrKelley School of Business www.kelley.iu.edu/ucsoResidential Programs & Services (RPS) www.rps.indiana.eduStudent Academic Center www.indiana.edu/~sacUniversity Graduate School www.graduate.indiana.eduWriting Tutorial Services www.indiana.edu/~wts

Online Resources for Finding AidStudents can research additional sources of funding by visiting the following websites:

University Graduate School www.graduate.indiana.eduIU GradGrants Center www.indiana.edu/~gradgntOSFA Scholarship Search www.studentcentral.indiana.edu

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Nonprofit Management, Specialized Concentration: International

Human Rights Policy & Advocacy

SPEA Funding: Educational Opportunity Fellowship, SPEA Auction & Gala Scholarship, SPEA Teaching Assistantship, SPEA Overseas Education Graduate Assistantship, Steven D.

Eisenach Memorial Graduate Fellowship

“I was very fortunate to have multiple fellowships, scholarships, and assistantships that helped to finance my SPEA education. I

was also able to gain experience working in the SPEA Overseas Study Office, the SPEA Career

Development Office, and working alongside Dr. Wakhungu as a teaching assistant for

undergraduate statistics. SPEA, along with individual faculty, has provided numerous opportunities for professional networking

and personal growth as I have explored the areas of nonprofit management

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MPA-MSES Dual DegreeFull integration of science and policy in an expedited academic design.

In today’s complex, interconnected world, those who lead change must possess knowledge in various fields and be able to apply that knowledge where change most often occurs — at the intersections of science, policy, and society.

To respond to this need and equip its students for success, the School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) offers several dual-degree programs, including our distinctive MPA-MSES program.

This unique, 60-credit hour program allows students to earn a Master of Public Affairs (MPA) and a Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES) by integrating two degrees. Our MPA program is ranked first among such programs at public institutions, and our environmental policy concentration is the nation’s highest-ranked program at any institution, public or private.

All MPA-MSES dual degree students have the advantage of working with a faculty advising committee to customize their academic plans based on their personal academic and career interests.

Frequent internship and Employment Outcomes

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (Multiple Locations)Environmental Defense Fund (Multiple Locations)Federal Energy Regulatory CommissionIndiana Department of Environmental ManagementNature ConservancyCadmus Group (Multiple Locations)

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Tom Zimnicki, MPA-MSES 2014Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology, and Risk Management

Undergraduate Institution: Adrian College (Adrian, MI)

Internship: Mundell & Associates

Davey Tree Expert Co.Mundell & AssociatesCrowe Horwath, LLP (Multiple Locations)Grant Thornton, LLPMiscellaneous City and County Governments

“SPEA is an ideal program for students who want to build a skillset that is applicable across all sectors. Working as an environmental consultant has been an excellent way to put this SPEA skillset into action. In my MSES courses, I have learned to analyze complex, technical data as it relates to overall remediation goals. In my MPA courses, I have gained the ability to assess the costs and benefits of remedial techniques, as well as the ability to effectively communicate results and conclusions between our office and the client. During my internships, the ability to communicate to both scientists and policymakers has proven invaluable.”

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Suggested MPA-MSES Academic Design: 60 Credit Hours Fall SemesterFall Semester Spring Semester Spring Semester

EnvironmentalManagement

Public Management Economics

Statistics for Environmental Science

Environmental Chemistry

Applied Math for Environmental Science

Applied Ecology

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Economics, Policy, or Law Course*

Law and Public Affairs

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Environmental Engineering

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Capstone

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Concentration Course

ConcentrationCourse

Fall SemesterPublic Finance and Budgeting

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Concentration Course

Economics, Policy, or Law Course*

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*Sample Economics, Policy or Law CoursesSPEA faculty advisors work with dual students on an array of course options.

Domestic Environmental PolicyEnvironmental Economics and PolicyEnvironmental LawInternational Environmental PolicyNatural Resource Management and PolicySustainable Development

**Sample Tool Skill CoursesApplication of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)Benefit-Cost Analysis of Public and Environmental PoliciesData Analysis and ModelingEnvironmental Risk AnalysisGIS for ManagersManagement ScienceNegotiation and Dispute ResolutionPublic Program EvaluationVector-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

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MPA-MSES Academic Design

SPEA’s robust curriculum is able to support a wide range of interests and career pursuits. The academic design offered below outlines what dual MPA-MSES candidates pursue as part of a five-semester degree program.

Also listed below are sample Economics, Policy, or Law and Tool Skill course offerings. Dual MPA-MSES candidates have a choice of 12 MPA and four MSES concentrations, plus three concentrations available only to dual degree students. Both degree programs offer specialized concentration options. An MPA-MSES will help you find, forge, and use the connections to lead change for the greater good.

Alyce Kanabrocki, MPA-MSES 2015Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management, Water Resources

Undergraduate Institution: University of Notre Dame (South Bend, IN)

Internship: Coastal Advocacy Institute, North Carolina Coastal Federation (Newport, NC)

“SPEA has enhanced the lens through which I interact with and analyze my world. My ability to assess and complete dynamic and multidisciplinary projects during my internship has demonstrated to me the comprehensive skillset I am developing through my dual MPA/MSES degree. My coursework and engagement with SPEA professors and peers leave me excited and confident to continue down my academic and career path.”

Career Development at SPEAYour degree is not a destination; it’s just the beginning of a lifetime of opportunities. At the School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), career development is a top priority as our students train to become the next generation of leaders across all employment sectors. The SPEA Career Development Office (CDO) offers a diverse range of programs, events, and customized services to help facilitate the bridging of academic excellence to career opportunities for the SPEA community. The CDO assists the SPEA community in connecting with professional networks of alumni and employers to learn about career paths, jobs, and internship opportunities. By empowering SPEA students to build both their career skillsets and professional connections, we facilitate successful lifelong learning and career exploration.

Array of ServicesThe CDO offers a wide range of services for students, including:

• On-campus interviews and employer information sessions• Informational interviews• Customized career coaching — including assistance with job/internship searches, networking, and résumé and cover letter writing• Interview preparation — including mock interviews, employment offer negotiation tips, and follow-up advice • Annual SPEA Career Expo• Career development workshops and alumni panels• Free continuing career development assistance post-graduation

On-campus Interviews and Employer Information SessionsThe CDO partners with employers from across the country to host on-campus interviews and information sessions. Employer participants vary from year to year, but past participants include: US State Department (multiple locations); US Environmental Protection Agency (multiple locations); Grant Thornton, LLP (Alexandria, VA); Crowe Horwath, LLP (multiple locations); PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP (multiple locations); CCS Fundraising, LLC (multiple locations); Education Pioneers (multiple locations); Eli Lilly (Indianapolis, IN); Rolls-Royce Corporation (Washington, D.C.); and Cardno Ltd. Emerging Markets Group (multiple locations).

Career Networking and Exploration Trips (CNETs) SPEA’s master’s students get a competitive advantage with career exploration trips to Washington, D.C., Chicago, Denver, and Indianapolis. Career Exploration Trips offer students the opportunity to network with practitioners and alumni in their fields, learn about career and

internship opportunities, and gain insights on career preparation and the job search in a particular field or location. Each year, many full-time positions and internships directly result from students’ participation.

Rachelle BennettMPA 2014

Nonprofit ManagementUndergraduate institution: Indiana University

(Bloomington, IN)

SPEA involvement: Office of Overseas Studies

Summer internship: Program Specialist, Office of Overseas Studies

Current position: Associate Director, CCS Fundraising, LLC (Madison, WI)

“My SPEA MPA degree provided me the necessary foundation for my work as a fundraising consultant. My coursework allowed me to build the quantitative skillset I need for the analytical side

of consulting and gain the theoretical insight to understand client needs and qualitative approaches to evaluation metrics. Throughout my coursework, I was given hands-on experience

working with clients and managing project timelines. The consulting field is broad and SPEA’s cross-disciplinary

approach provides a breadth of knowledge that is invaluable. Through the MPA program I gained the

skills and confidence to pursue this challenging and rewarding career.”

Stephanie Kovanda, MPA 2015

Information Systems, Specialized Concentration: International NGO Management

Undergraduate institution: University of Texas at Austin (Austin, TX)

SPEA involvement: Graduate Assistant, Serve IT Nonprofit Support; Graduate Assistant, Career Development Office; Director of Finance, Nonprofit Management Association; Overseas Partners Liaison, ACCT International (Rwanda); SPEA Ambassador

Summer internship: Seoul Metropolitan Government Global; Seoul Volunteer Center

Sample 2013-2014 Internship Placements

InternationalEuropean Risk Forum (Brussels, Belgium)Fate Foundation (Lagos, Nigeria)International Organization for Migration (Geneva, Switzerland)King Hussein Foundation (Amman, Jordan)United Nations Environment Programme (Kingston, Jamaica)

Federal GovernmentCenter for Disease Control (Cincinnati, OH)US Department of Agriculture - Rural Development (Indianapolis, IN)US Department of State (Washington, D.C.)US Environmental Protection Agency (multiple locations)US Fish & Wildlife (multiple locations)US Government Accountability Office (multiple locations)National Endowment for the Arts (Washington, D.C.)Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (Washington, D.C.)

State & Local GovernmentCity of Indianapolis (Indianapolis, IN)Indiana Department of Education (Indianapolis, IN)Indiana Department of Transportation (Indianapolis, IN)Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davis County (Nashville, TN)Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (Baxter, MN)New York City Purchasing Office (New York, NY)

NonprofitCCS Fundraising (Chicago, IL)Cyber Security Collaborative Research Alliance (Bloomington, IN)Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps (multiple locations)Harvard Humanitarian Initiative (Cambridge, MA)Institute for Development Strategies (Bloomington, IN)IU Office of Sustainability (Bloomington, IN)Natural Resource Defense Council (Washington, D.C.)The Clinton Foundation (New York, NY)The Wilderness Society (multiple locations)United Way Agencies (multiple locations)

PrivateBP America (Houston, TX)Dow AgroSciences (Indianapolis, IN)M Squared Strategies (Washington, D.C.)Strategic Development Group (Bloomington, IN)The Cadmus Group (multiple locations)

SPEA InternshipsExperiential education is an essential component of a SPEA master’s degree. All students are required to complete an internship as part of their professional program (select master’s students are exempt). Required professional experience for students is part of what sets SPEA apart from other public affairs programs. Below are examples of internship programs that SPEA offers.

Dean’s InternshipsEach year, John D. Graham, SPEA’s Dean, and the CDO collaborate with organizations to provide high-profile internship opportunities for SPEA students. These funded internship opportunities are only open to SPEA master’s students. Past Dean’s Internships include: Environmental Risk Intern, ChemRisk (San Francisco, CA); Environmental and Public Health Intern, Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health (Cyprus); Research and Development Intern, Dow AgroSciences (Indianapolis, IN); Regulatory Reform Affairs Intern, Dow Chemical (Washington, D.C.); Risk/Research Intern, International Risk and Governance Council (Geneva, Switzerland); Transportation Analysis Intern, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (Oak Ridge, TN); and Climate Leadership Awards Intern, Pew Center on Global Climate Change (Arlington, VA).

Seoul Global Internship ProgramThe Seoul Metropolitan Government’s Global Internship Program provides SPEA students with a unique opportunity to gain an international perspective of public administration as they intern with a department of city government. As interns with the Seoul Metropolitan Government, SPEA students work with a diverse array of government departments as project consultants. Past projects have included: development of best practices reports and policy briefs in emergency management, parks and landscape management, public infrastructure, and business improvement districts; comparative analysis of international economic development plans; benefit-cost analysis of urban disaster management practices and software; fund development and foundation research; and proposal development and grant writing for City cultural projects.

Internship Profile: Stephanie Kovanda (see below), Intern with the Seoul Volunteer Center; Seoul Metropolitan Government Global “Made possible by SPEA’s ongoing partnership with the Seoul Metropolitan Government, this global internship opportunity has given me an inimitable insight into the inner workings of a large international, metropolitan voluntary sector. Here, I have experienced and become a part of the unique dynamics within a government-run, third sector-focused organization. I have been continuously impressed with the tenacity of its employees in finding innovative best practices and opportunities for collaboration, both domestically and internationally. This experience has given me a chance to put my research, information systems, and program evaluation skills, accrued from my SPEA coursework and graduate assistantship, into action for real results in an international context. From this internship, I have acquired an incredible experience involving public-nonprofit partnerships that I look forward to utilizing and building upon in my future internationally-focused career in the third sector.”

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Public Affairs Alumni Profiles

PUBLIC

Chris WodickaMPA 2013

Public Financial Administration

Undergraduate institution: Notre Dame (South Bend, IN)SPEA involvement: President, Education Policy Student Association; Public Finance Association; Dean’s Graduate Student Advisory Council; Teaching AssistantSummer internship: Center for Evaluation & Education Policy (Bloomington, IN)

Current position: Legislative Analyst, State of Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau (Madison, WI)

Guy FergusonMPA 2014

Local Government Management, Public Financial Administration

Undergraduate institution: Western Washington University (Bellingham, WA)SPEA involvement: Community Coordinator, Public Service Corps Summer internship: Administrative Intern, City of Maryland Heights (Maryland, MO)Current position: International City/County Management Fellow, City of Fremont (Fremont, CA)

Ashley AmesMPA 2013

Public Financial Administration, Policy Analysis

Undergraduate institution: Indiana University (Bloomington, IN)SPEA involvement: Graduate Assistant ,Professor Craig Johnson; Co-President, SPEA’s Public Finance AssociationSummer internship: Fiscal and Policy Intern, California Legislative Analyst’s Office (Sacramento, CA)Current position: Analyst, California Legislative Analyst’s Office

(Sacramento, CA)

Lauren HayesMPA 2014

Environmental Policy & Natural Resource Management, Policy Analysis

Undergraduate institution: Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)SPEA involvement: Environmental Management and Sustainable Development AssociationSummer internship: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Intern, White House Council on Environmental QualityCurrent position: Presidential Management Fellow, Management Analyst, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Washington, D.C.)

NONPROFITDeb SeltzerMPA 2014

Nonprofit Management, Economic Development, Policy Analysis

Undergraduate institution: Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY)SPEA involvement: Nonprofit Management Association; Dean’s Graduate Advisory Council; SPEA AmbassadorSummer internship: Graduate Assistant, Scope and Community Dimensions project (Bloomington, IN)Current position: Grants Manager, National Aquarium (Baltimore, MD)

Laura Beth GriffithMPA 2013

Nonprofit Management

Undergraduate institution: Centre College (Danville, KY)SPEA involvement: Service Corps Fellow, Area 10 Agency on Aging; Special Projects Coordinator, Education Policy Student AssociationSummer internship: New Student and Parent Programs Intern, University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY)Current position: Donor Relations Manager, Cincinnati Museum Center (Cincinnati, OH)

PRIVATEOhm GoreMPA 2014

Economic Development, Policy Analysis

Undergraduate institution: Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.)SPEA involvement: John W. Ryan Fellow, Strategic Development Group, Inc.; SPEA AmbassadorSummer internship: Government Business Intern, Rolls-Royce America (Reston, VA) Current position: Associate, Grant Thornton, LLP (Washington, D.C.)

PUBLICAlyssa HausmanMPA-MSES 2014

Applied Ecology

Undergraduate institution: Colgate University (Hamilton, NY)SPEA involvement: Graduate Assistant, Professor Vicky Meretsky; Environmental Management and Sustainable Development Association; Student AmbassadorSummer internship: Policy and Government Affairs Intern, The Wilderness

Society (Washington, D.C.); Constituent and Legislative Affairs Intern, Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Silver Springs, MD)Current position: Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellow (Washington, D.C.)

Connor WaldochMPA-MSES 2013

Energy

Undergraduate institution: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Champaign, IL)SPEA involvement: Energy Leaders Student Association; Graduate Research Assistant, Indiana Geological SurveySummer internship: Energy Program Graduate Research Intern, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (Livermore, CA) Current position: Post-Master Researcher in Renewable Energy Economics and Market Analysis, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (Oak Ridge, TN)

PRIVATEHannah PearcyMPA 2014

Policy Analysis, Environment Policy & Natural Resource Management

Undergraduate institution: Furman University (Greenville, SC)SPEA involvement: Environmental Management and Sustainable Development Association; Graduate Recruitment AssistantSummer internship: Research Intern, Strategic Development Group, Inc. (Bloomington, IN)Current position: Consultant, Deloitte Consulting, LLP (Washington, D.C.)

Environmental Policy, Management, & Science Alumni Profiles

NONPROFITKelsey ThetoniaMPA-MSES 2014

Water Resources

Undergraduate institution: Providence College (Providence, RI)SPEA involvement: Graduate Teaching Assistant; Research Assistant Summer internship: Laboratory and Field Technician, Indiana Clean Lakes Program (Bloomington, IN)Current position: Executive Director, Owen County Soil and Water Conservation District Laboratory (Spencer, IN)

Hannah HuntMPA 2014

Energy, Policy Analysis

Undergraduate institution: Indiana University (Bloomington, IN)SPEA involvement: SPEA Service Corps Fellow; Energy Leaders Student AssociationSummer internship: Sustainable Development Fellow, Monroe County Planning Department (Bloomington, IN)Current position: Research Analyst, American Wind Energy Association (Washington, D.C.)

Mark MilbyMPA 2013

Sustainability and Sustainable Development

Undergraduate institution: University of Georgia (Athens, GA)SPEA involvement: Teaching Assistant, Professor Shahzeen Attari; Environmental Management and Sustainable Development AssociationSummer internship: No Waste Program Coordinator, IU Office of Sustainability (Bloomington, IN)Current position: Senior Program Associate, Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (Chicago, IL)

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InternationalDiplomatic Academy of Vietnam (Hanoi, Vietnam)Fauna & Flora International (Jakarta, Indonesia)Nuru International (Isbania, Kenya)Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Hanoi, Vietnam)Walking the Talk (San Paola, Brazil)

Federal GovernmentCorporation for National and Community Service (Washington, D.C.)Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Indianapolis, IN)ORISE (Chicago, IL)US Bureau of Reclamation (Willows, CA)US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service (Portland, OR)US Department of State (Washington, D.C.)US Environmental Protection Agency (Arlington, VA)US Office of Management & Budget (Washington, D.C.)

State & Local GovernmentCalifornia Budget Project (Sacramento, CA)California Department of Health Care Services (Sacramento, CA)California Legislative Analyst’s Office (Sacramento, CA)City of Bloomington (Bloomington, IN)City of Dickinson (Dickinson, TX)City of Indianapolis (Indianapolis, IN)Illinois Governor’s Office of Management & Budget (Springfield, IL)Indiana Department of Environmental Management (Indianapolis, IN)Indiana Office of Energy Development (Indianapolis, IN)Indiana Office of Management & Budget (Indianapolis, IN)Monroe County Planning Department (Bloomington, IN)Tennessee Valley Authority (Nashville, TN)Tucson Office of Sustainable Development (Tucson, AZ)Wyoming Game and Fish Department (Casper, WY)

NonprofitAloha House/Maui Youth and Family Services/Malama Family Recovery Center (Maui, HI)American Red Cross (Washington, D.C.)Araphahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network (Denver, CO)Black Hills Area Community Foundation (Rapid City, SD)Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County (Bloomington, IN)Impact Strategies Group (Minneapolis, MN)Indiana University Alumni Relations (Bloomington, IN)International Research and Exchanges Board (Washington, D.C.)IPM Institute of North America (Madison, WI)Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) (Nashville, TN)LIFEDesigns, Inc. (Bloomington, IN)Madison Square Boys & Girls Club (New York, NY)Oregon Volunteers Commission for Voluntary Action & Service (Portland, OR)Riley Children’s Foundation (Indianapolis, IN)The Solar Foundation (Washington, D.C.)Timmy Global Health (Indianapolis, IN)Utah State University (Logan, UT)

PrivateAmbient Group, Inc. (New York, NY)Crowe Horwath (multiple locations)Cummins, Inc. (Columbus, IN)Dow AgroSciences (Indianapolis, IN)Eli Lilly and Company (Indianapolis, IN)Grant Thornton, LLP (Alexandria, VA)Mundell and Associates (Indianapolis, IN)Prager & Co, LLC (New York, NY)PricewaterhouseCoopers (Washington, D.C.)Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. (Kansas City, MO)Standard & Poor’s (Chicago, IL)Summit Environmental Technologies (Cuyahoga Falls, OH)The Cadmus Group, Inc. (multiple locations)Thomas P. Miller and Associates (Indianapolis, IN)

SPEA Employment OutcomesThe SPEA Career Development Office (CDO) sends out an exit survey to our graduate students after graduation inquiring about employment status.

Data are reported six months after graduation.

2012–2013 Employment by Sector

2012–2013 Employment by Function

Local Government5%

Fellowship 4%

Private 32%

Nonprofit31%

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Analysis or Research13%

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Fundraising9%

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Advocacy3%

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International 7%

Federal Government7%

State Government 8%

MASTERS PROGRAM OFFICEspeainfo@indiana.edu

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Funding OpportunitiesAt SPEA, we believe that financial constraints should not limit our students from pursuing internships and other career development opportunities that will enhance their academic training and further their career paths. A wide array of funding opportunities in support of minimally paid and unpaid experiential learning opportunities are made available to SPEA students each year through SPEA’s Career Development Office (CDO), Masters Program Office (MPO), Development Office, and Dean’s Office.

Student Internship FundThe Student Internship Fund (SIF) supports students who contribute their skills to nonprofits, government, and social enterprises. The fund brings students’ critical skillsets to organizations addressing important issues while providing students with applied experience that enables them to apply their academic training. Students who intern with a SIF organization are provided with a scholarship. SIF organizations vary year to year, but past examples include: Center for Urban Youth & Family Development (Detroit, MI); Fields Environmental (Bloomington, IN); International Rescue Committee (Silver Springs, MD); Solar Energy Industries Association (Washington, D.C.); Common Hope (Guatemala); and Cabarete Language Institute (Dominican Republic).

Annual SPEA Auction & Gala ScholarshipsEach year, graduate students organize the Annual SPEA Auction & Gala to raise funds for SPEA Auction & Gala Scholarships. Scholarships are awarded to applicants pursuing minimally paid or unpaid internships that complement their SPEA academic training and career goals. Students may also receive funding for other professional development opportunities, such as attending a professional conference or training. In addition to supplying funds for the scholarship program, the SPEA Auction & Gala brings the entire SPEA community together for a night of celebration.

Kate MeehanMPA-Juris Doctorate (JD) 2015

Undergraduate institution: Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville, IL)

SPEA involvement: Graduate Assistant, SPEA Office of Alumni Relations

Internships: Intern, US Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance;

Intern, The Wilderness Society’s Attorney Office

“Thanks to the SPEA Auction & Gala Scholarship, I was able to take two unpaid internships in Denver — one with the EPA and

the other with The Wilderness Society. This has provided me with the opportunity to gain invaluable work experience and to network with a variety of professionals in the field

of environmental law and policy, in a location that I would love to move to after graduation.”

The School of Public and Environmental Affairs chose to produce this publication in a responsible manner to support our continued efforts to promote and practice

sustainability. To that end, this piece has been produced with paper that uses sustainable forestry practices and contains post-consumer recovered fibers. © September 2014

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DescriptionThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) is proud to host the Service Corps Program, which provides professional opportunities for students to apply the advanced skillset they gain in any one of the School’s nationally recognized master’s degrees. Through this innovative program, Service Corps Fellows are able to contribute to the civic and service needs of the community. This is achieved through a collaboration between SPEA, Indiana University’s Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA), and valued community partners across the nonprofit and public sectors.

Candidates are considered for Service Corps only after they are offered admission to one of SPEA’s master’s degree programs that include a: Master of Public Affairs (MPA); Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES); and distinctive, dual MPA-MSES that fully integrates science and policy in an expedited academic design (5 semesters).

StructureService Corps Fellows work approximately 12 hours per week at assigned public and nonprofit organizations, agencies, and/or departments and participate in professional development sessions. Service Corps has an active Advisory Board comprised of faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. The Masters Program Office (MPO) administers the program under the direction of the Director of Graduate Student Services and the coordination of two student community coordinators — one assigned to the Nonprofit Corps and one assigned to the Public Corps.

BenefitsThe greatest benefit of SPEA’s Service Corps Program is the opportunity to gain work experience that enhances the Service Corps Fellows’ academic training in SPEA’s master’s degree programs. Fellows also make valuable contributions to the community through their service while expanding their professional skillset. Fellows receive an attractive financial package, including partial tuition remission and an hourly wage in exchange for a 12-hour-per-week work assignment. In total, the financial incentives for Fellows currently range from $8,510 to $12,084, based on residency status.

EligibilityService Corps Fellows are selected on a competitive basis. Decisions are based upon the candidate’s academic record, letters of reference, personal statement, and résumé. As a Federal Work Study (FWS) Program, candidates must demonstrate eligibility via FAFSA qualification. Once designated as a Service Corps Fellow, the student must maintain a cumulative 3.4 grade point average, maintain enrollment in SPEA as a full-time student, meet academic criteria, and adhere to all program requirements.

Michael WurzbacherMPA 2014

Economic Development, Policy AnalysisPresident, Student Economic Development Association

Undergraduate institution: University of Kentucky

Internships: Mayor’s Office, City of Cincinnati; Planning Department, City of Providence

Service Corps placement: Bloomington Economic Development Corporation

Current placement: Associate, Grant Thornton, LLP

“SPEA is much more than an academic institution…it represents a community where faculty, staff and

students take active roles in creating an environment that employs academic rigor and experiential learning

to develop leaders prepared to address some of the world’s most pressing policy issues.

In particular, I was able to leverage my Service Corps Fellow position in a regional economic development

corporation to forge impactful relationships that have ultimately helped me develop as a

professional and, now, work across sectors as a consultant with a major

firm in Washington, DC.”

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Nonprofit Corpsn Girls, Inc: Fund Development Fellow Develop and implement a viable planned giving campaign and

coordinate donor appreciation events and donor stewardship system.

n IU Health Positive Link: Evaluation Coordinator Collect, input, and analyze data to ensure compliance with grant

contracts, capture program outcomes, and monitor ongoing evaluation.

n Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard: Development Fellow Expand donor awareness about the organization’s programs and

build diverse funding streams through community collaboration, donor cultivation, and grants.

n Sycamore Land Trust: Outreach and Stewardship Fellow Assist with fundraising, awareness-raising, property

management, and volunteer recruitment.n Volunteers in Medicine: Health and Wellness Program Coordinator Design, develop, implement, and evaluate health and wellness

programming for a free medical clinic for patients who lack health insurance or the means to pay for healthcare services.

PlacementUltimately, it is expected that Service Corps Fellows will enhance and hone their skillsets and continue to develop as leaders. The program reinforces academic preparation through experiential opportunities in both public and nonprofit assignments. Some examples of placements include:

Public Corpsn City of Bloomington: Department of Economic &

Sustainable Business Development Sustainability Fellow Collaborate with City officials to promote sustainability through

proposal development, grant research, monitoring progress and compliance, and community outreach.

n City of Bloomington: Department of Human Resources Fellow

Research, design, and implement several programs such as an early retirement incentives, enterprise-wide cell phone policy, and online employee benefits enrollment.

n IU Office of Sustainability: Energy and Built Environment Coordinator Conduct research, assist with strategic planning, and develop

and implement programs that support the goals of the Energy & Built Environment Campus Working Group.

n Monroe County: Highway Department Fellow Improve the quality of water in Bloomington’s receiving streams by auditing stormwater quality management program and increasing public awareness of county-wide campaigns.

n Monroe County: Planning Department Fellow Conduct and enhance the on-going watershed characterization project involving biological field work, GIS data development, report generation, and public presentations.

Contact Information

School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA)Masters Program Office (MPO)1315 E. 10th StreetBloomington, IN 47405812.855.2840

For More Information

Please email speainfo@indiana.edu.

Nikki Wooten, MPA 2014 Policy Analysis

Service Corps placement: Farmer’s Market Fellow,City of Bloomington Department of Parks & Recreation

Current placement: Hydroponics Project Development Manager, South Central Community Action Program

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Raija Bushnell, MPA-MSES 2014 Environmental Policy & Natural Resource Management

RPCV, Peru

Coverdell Fellow placement: Indiana University Office of Sustainability

Internship: Ted Smith Climate Fellow, One Montana Climate Resilience

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DescriptionThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) is proud to host the Peace Corps Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program, which provides professional opportunities for students to apply the advanced skillset they gain in any one of the School’s nationally recognized master’s degrees. Through this innovative program, Coverdell Fellows are able to contribute to the civic and service needs of the community. This is achieved through a collaboration among SPEA, Indiana University’s Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA), and valued community partners across the nonprofit and public sectors.

To be considered, Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) must seek admission to any one of SPEA’s master’s degree programs, which include: a Master of Public Affairs (MPA); a Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES); and a distinctive dual MPA-MSES that fully integrates science and policy in an expedited academic design (5 semesters).

StructureCoverdell Fellows are an integral part of the SPEA Service Corps Program. Within this program, Fellows work approximately 12 hours per week at designated public and nonprofit organizations, agencies, and/or departments and participate in professional development sessions. Service Corps has an active Advisory Board comprised of faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. The Masters Program Office (MPO) administers the program under the direction of the Director of Graduate Student Services and the coordination of two student community coordinators — one assigned to the Nonprofit Corps and one assigned to the

Public Corps. To complement their Service Corps responsibilities, Coverdell Fellows help to promote Peace Corps’ Third Goal by organizing and participating in events focused on the promotion of cultural awareness, including SPEA’s annual celebration of Peace Corps Week and student-led international initiatives.

BenefitsThe greatest benefit of SPEA’s Coverdell Fellows Program is the opportunity to gain work experience that enhances the Coverdell Fellows’ academic training in SPEA. Fellows also make valuable contributions to the community through their service while expanding their professional skillset. Fellows receive an attractive financial package, including partial tuition remission and an hourly wage in exchange for a 12-hour per-week work assignment. Additionally, in recognition of volunteer service through Peace Corps, the SPEA master’s programs reduce the traditional 48-credit hour design by 6 credit hours. SPEA’s dual MPA-MSES program is also reduced by 6 credit hours from a standard 60-credit hour design. The experiential component integral to all of SPEA’s master’s degrees is waived. In total, the overall financial incentives over two years for Coverdell Fellows range from $19,770 to $30,491, based on residency status.

EligibilityCoverdell Fellows are selected on a competitive basis. Decisions are based on an RPCV’s academic record, letters of reference, personal statement, and résumé. As a Federal Work Study (FWS) Program, candidates must demonstrate eligibility via FAFSA qualification.

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PlacementUltimately, it is expected that Coverdell Fellows will enhance and hone their professional skill sets and continue to develop as leaders. The Service Corps Program reinforces academic preparation through experiential opportunities in both public and nonprofit assignments. Some examples of placements include:

Public Corps

n City of Bloomington: Parks and Recreation Natural Resources Coordinator Coordinate department activities associated with Bloomington

Bikes Week, the Griffy Lake Master Plan, and others.n City of Bloomington: Planning Department Environmental Commission Fellow Conduct research, write reports and press releases, and give

presentations for various issues, including the cost of growth and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in Bloomington.

n City of Bloomington: Utilities Department Fellow Collect and analyze data, develop policy proposals and standard

operating procedures, and manage projects to meet City energy conservation and sustainability goals.

n Monroe County: Planning Department Fellow Conduct and enhance the ongoing watershed characterization

project involving biological field work, GIS data development, report generation, and public presentations.

n Indiana University Office of Sustainability: Energy and Built Environment Coordinator Conduct research, assist with strategic planning, manage

interns, and develop and implement programs/projects that support the goals of the Energy and Built Environment Campus Working Group.

Nonprofit Corps

n Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County: Development Assistant Support fundraising and donor cultivation efforts for the capital

campaign.n Girls, Inc: Fund Development Fellow Develop and implement a viable planned giving campaign and

coordinate donor appreciation events and donor stewardship system.

n Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard: Development Fellow Expand donor awareness about the organization’s programs and

build diverse funding streams through community collaboration, donor cultivation, and grants.

n Sycamore Land Trust: Outreach Specialist Assist with fundraising, awareness-raising, property

management, and volunteer recruitment.n IU Health Positive Link: Program Development Coordinator Manage community health program operations, write grants,

monitor program budgets and grant compliance, and assist with strategic planning and reporting requirements.

Contact Information

School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA)1315 E. 10th StreetBloomington, IN 47405812.855.2840

Jennifer Forney Director of Student Programming Aaron Witzke, RPCV Rwanda Community Coordinator Nonprofit Service Corps

Joshua Becker, RPCV FijiCommunity Coordinator Public Service Corps

For More Information

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Josh BeckerMPA 2015

Public Financial Administration, Policy Analysis

RPCV, Fiji

Community Coordinator, Public Service Corps

Internship: Government Accountability Office

“As the Public Corps Coordinator for the Service Corps Program, I am able to help leverage SPEA’s rigorous

classroom training and the volunteer experience of our Coverdell Fellows to meet the work demands presented

by our array of participating community partners. My status as an RPCV enables me to empathize with the expectations of SPEA’s Coverdell Fellows in securing

meaningful and impactful opportunities in their Service Corps placement in fulfilment of Peace Corps’

Third Goal. The Community Coordinator position has given me the opportunity to further develop

experience in management, training and facilitation, and community development,

and it is rewarding to see the tangible results of our Fellows’ efforts manifest

throughout the community.”

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Kiryssa Kasprzyk, MPA-MSES 2015Peace Corps, Peru

Energy, Sustainability and Sustainable Development

“My SPEA coursework was instrumental in preparing me for my time in Peace Corps: my knowledge of developmental and environmental concepts was invaluable in my Peace Corps projects, especially in my work on renewable energy with Professor Sanya Carley. SPEA promotes the type of critical thinking, problem solving, and hard work that Peace Corps volunteers need on a daily basis.”

DescriptionThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs’ (SPEA) Master’s International (MI) enables students to incorporate both the practical, in-country experience of Peace Corps and the academic training that SPEA’s nationally recognized master’s degree programs offer. The MI candidate may seek admission to any of SPEA’s master’s degree programs: Master of Public Affairs (MPA); Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES); or the dual MPA-MSES that fully integrates science and policy in an expedited academic design (5 semesters). Candidates who are considering SPEA’s MI are encouraged to pursue one or more of SPEA’s concentrations in energy, environmental policy and natural resource management, international development, or sustainability and sustainable development.

The application process involves admission to a SPEA’s master’s degree program, as well as a nomination to Peace Corps. Those interested should submit applications to SPEA by February 1. The designation of MI may be extended once the candidate has been admitted to SPEA and has received a favorable review via SPEA’s competitive merit aid allocation process. A nomination to Peace Corps, which requires SPEA’s Master’s International designation, may soon follow after.

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StructureFirst Year: 24 credit hours of graduate study at SPEA; during this time, the MI candidate works with a faculty advisor to develop a research assignment/field project.

Following Years: Peace Corps in-country assignment (approximately 27 months); the student will serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer and work on his or her research assignment/field project with the guidance of a faculty advisor.

Final Semester(s): 12 credit hours of graduate study at SPEA for MPA or MSES; 24 credit hours of graduate study for dual MPA-MSES candidates. The MI will finalize and present his or her research assignment/field project.

BenefitsThe greatest benefit of the MI program is the opportunity to gain valuable work and field experience that enhances the student’s academic training in SPEA’s master’s programs. In addition, SPEA offers financial benefits to MI participants. Namely, all MI candidates are offered 6 credit hours of tuition remission for their research assignment/field project. In recognition of service through Peace Corps, SPEA extends a 6-hour volunteer credit reduction to all Returned Peace Corps Volunteers to be applied to their total degree requirements. Finally, the experiential component, a requirement of all of SPEA’s academic designs, is waived. In sum, the financial benefits may total up to approximately $12,000, based on residency and degree program.

SPEA’s Master’s International Program Design

Mike Kowalick, MPA 2015Peace Corps, Peru

Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management, Policy Analysis

“SPEA’s Master’s International will allow me to amplify the effects of both my Peace Corps experience and my graduate studies and will aptly prepare me to enter the career which most interests me — international environmental policy analysis.”

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S DescriptionThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs’ (SPEA) Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) Fellows program is offered through a unique partnership with the Corporation for National and Community Service — it is the first and only partnership between VISTA and a graduate program. This program is designed to provide SPEA’s professional master’s students a transformative year of service in nonprofit organizations and government agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and poverty-related problems.

Each SPEA VISTA Fellow serves a one-year, full-time term as an AmeriCorps VISTA member working on substantive capacity-building projects that create infrastructure and foster innovation and entrepreneurship in meeting organizations’ anti-poverty goals.

Benefitsn Up to $8,000 in tuition benefits upon return to SPEAn One year of professional experience with a high-profile public or nonprofit organizationn 3-credit tuition remission during year of service (only SPEA IUB — including SPEA Connect — courses are eligible for this benefit)n 3-credit-hour reduction for volunteer experiencen Fulfillment of SPEA’s experiential requirementn Modest living allowance, paid bi-weeklyn Possible relocation and housing assistance, based on location of servicen Health benefits, including prescription drug coveragen “Non-competitive eligibility” for federal civil service jobs for one year

following completion of service

Examples of SPEA VISTA Fellow Sitesn Civic Consulting Alliance (Chicago, IL)n Feeding America (Chicago, IL)n Indianapolis Mayor’s Office of Education Innovation (Indianapolis, IN)n Metropolitan Planning Council (Chicago, IL)n National Human Services Assembly (Washington, D.C.)n New York Women’s Foundation (New York City, NY)n Robert R. McCormick Foundation (Chicago, IL)n The Mind Trust (Indianapolis, IN)n Metropolitan Energy Center (Kansas, MO)

EligibilityCurrent and graduating SPEA master’s students are eligible to apply for the SPEA VISTA Fellows Program. In accordance with AmeriCorps VISTA program regulations, all applicants must be a U.S. citizens, national, or legal permanent resident aliens of the U.S., and must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

How to Apply2014-15 SPEA VISTA Fellows will begin their one-year term of service in summer 2015. Fellows are selected through an application, interview, and matching process. A two-part application must be submitted by February 1, 2015:

1. E-mail résumé and cover letter to speavsta@indiana.edu.2. Complete an online application at www.americorps.gov, and submit to the program listing titled, “IU SPEA VISTA Fellows.”

Josh WheatleyMPA 2012

VISTA Fellow placement: The Center for Economic Opportunity

(New York City, NY)Current position: Public Sector

Consultant, Grant Thornton, LLP

“My VISTA service in New York City was transformational for me. Through interviewing

participants and creating a management course for local nonprofit leaders, I further realized the urgency of our collective national responsibility

to alleviate poverty. Being a part of the Center for Economic Opportunity built on my SPEA

skillset and taught me how to effectively use data to improve government. My experiences

at SPEA and as a VISTA were instrumental in helping me to be a competitive candidate

in today’s job market and, ultimately, to be successful in my current position as a

public sector consultant with a major firm in Washington, D.C.”

© August 2014

Contact InformationSchool of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA)1315 East Tenth Street, Suite 260Bloomington, IN 47405812.855.2840

For More InformationPlease email speavsta@indiana.edu.