The School of Public Administration faculty is committed to providing students with opportunities to discover, apply, and disseminate knowledge, and to recognize life-long learning as the path to successful public service. The faculty is committed to providing an inclusive climate for learning that allows for the pursuit of academic excellence. This climate for learning includes mutual respect and concern for all students, openness to questions and risk taking, and a focus on excellence through engagement in active learning. Our pedagogy emphasizes the combination of theoretical foundations and practical applications in both individual and group settings. We strive to inspire research, scholarship, and creative activity, while continuously enriching the educational experience for all our students.