UNC School of Government

UNC School of Government We partner with our state's public officials to improve the lives of North Carolinians. https://linktr.ee/uncsog

The UNC School of Government is the largest university-based local government training, advisory, and research organization in the United States.

It’s National Dog Day! We’re celebrating faculty pets Auggie and Moby—and the School’s decades of work in animal service...
08/26/2026

It’s National Dog Day! We’re celebrating faculty pets Auggie and Moby—and the School’s decades of work in animal services law.
Prior to becoming dean, Aimee Wall authored the 2018 North Carolina Guide to Animal Services Law. While she’s no longer available for ongoing animal-law advising or teaching, other faculty and experts continue this work—including Christopher Tyner, author of a guide on dangerous-dog hearings and procedures.
Our faculty pets also support the School by occasionally appearing in publications.
Happy National Dog Day from the School, Auggie, and Moby!
Links to the mentioned publications can be found in our bio.

271 Courses Offered for Public Officials 14,031 Course Registrations 35,157 Copies of Publications Sold 9,488 Advising R...
08/24/2026

271 Courses Offered for Public Officials
14,031 Course Registrations
35,157 Copies of Publications Sold
9,488 Advising Requests Answered
Out of 100 counties, that's a good start.
The real question is: how far can we take this journey? Let's find out!
Explore the interactive map here: https://sogimpact.sog.unc.edu/school-of-government-impact

What defines a self-described public health nerd? In the case of faculty member Kirsten Leloudis, it's visiting and work...
08/20/2026

What defines a self-described public health nerd? In the case of faculty member Kirsten Leloudis, it's visiting and working with all 86 health departments in North Carolina. She's currently at 38 and documents each experience with a selfie.
Read more about Kirsten's story here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/about/news/mission-moment-kirsten-leloudis%E2%80%99s-county-county-commitment-public-health
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This story is our first "Mission Moment." A new series spotlighting faculty whose work brings the School of Government's mission to life—stories about people showing up, building trust, and making government work better for everyone.

The UNC School of Government MPA program is ranked Top 20 nationally — and the people behind it are just as impressive a...
08/20/2026

The UNC School of Government MPA program is ranked Top 20 nationally — and the people behind it are just as impressive as the rankings.

Meet Natalie Larson, the program's new Director of Admissions, who believes getting into graduate school should start with one simple question: Why public service? Our holistic approach to admissions is designed to make sure the program is the right fit for you, not just the other way around.

Applications are now open for Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.
Read the full story here: https://go.unc.edu/uncmpalegacy
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Welcome to a new semester, Tar Heels — and welcome to Knapp Sanders, your new favorite building. The UNC School of Gover...
08/17/2026

Welcome to a new semester, Tar Heels — and welcome to Knapp Sanders, your new favorite building. The UNC School of Government is home to one of the nation's leading public service institutions, serving officials across North Carolina and all the way to Washington, D.C. And now, it could be home to your next chapter too. If you're curious about our new undergraduate minor in Law, Government, and Public Service, we invite you to come take a closer look at what we're all about. Great things happen here. Could one of them be you?

🔗 Click here to learn more! https://lgpsminor.unc.edu/

We’re catching up with School of Government faculty members to see what they’ve been reading this summer. Are you adding...
08/14/2026

We’re catching up with School of Government faculty members to see what they’ve been reading this summer. Are you adding any to your TBR pile?

Julie Beasley: I’m writing a book review on AI Snake Oil for a public administration journal, which aligns with several working research projects. In their first co-authored book, computer science scholars, Arvand Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor address promises and pitfalls amid the explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI). The authors aim to distill what AI is, what it isn’t, and how to decipher tangible expectations as hype has led to confusion and fear for leaders considering workplace AI integrations––especially in the context of public service decision-making. A contribution of their book is the recognition that consumers are not always privy to what exactly they are buying, and whether products actually achieve what their advertisements claim. I would note that Times Magazine has listed them among their 100 Most Influential People in AI.

John B. Stephens: I recently finished Tom Lake by Ann Patchett and really enjoyed it. I’d heard of Patchett before, but this was my first time reading her work. I really enjoyed it. I’m currently reading 1947: When All Hell Broke Loose in Baseball by Red Barber.

Dean Aimee Wall: The Saints of Swallow Hill by Donna Everhart
Historical fiction is my favorite genre so this was a great choice. I particularly loved learning about the connection between long leaf pines and turpentine production. I have fresh admiration for the tree named in the official NC state toast!

Please join us in congratulating faculty member Obed Pasha on his recent publication! “North Carolina Benchmarking Proje...
08/13/2026

Please join us in congratulating faculty member Obed Pasha on his recent publication! “North Carolina Benchmarking Project,” allows participating North Carolina municipalities to compare their service and performance trends. The report provides insights from these sessions on the challenges of retaining employees in the long term, the effects of retention risk on service operations, and the strategies that local governments have used to improve retention and to mitigate those effects. Congratulations, Obed!
This free report is available here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/publications/reports/north-carolina-benchmarking-project-report-2026-employee-retention

What can you do for your community? The UNC School of Government is proud to introduce our first undergraduate minor in ...
08/11/2026

What can you do for your community?
The UNC School of Government is proud to introduce our first undergraduate minor in Law, Government, and Public Service, designed for students interested in serving their communities through careers in law, government, policy, or public service. More information is coming your way! Be sure to follow along for course information, class details, and to meet the faculty.
🔗 Learn more here: https://lgpsminor.unc.edu/

We’re Hiring!The School of Government is seeking a Marketing Specialist to support programs and publications through dat...
08/10/2026

We’re Hiring!

The School of Government is seeking a Marketing Specialist to support programs and publications through data-driven strategy. This role will help create marketing initiatives such as targeted email campaigns and marketing flyers, reports and catalogs for new program and publications offerings; to analyze sales and lead generation data to inform marketing priorities; and to develop relationships with external constituents to increase demand for new and existing offerings.

Interested in learning more or ready to apply? Click here:
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