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July 2018 Professional Member Update

Jul 20, 2018

Fall Conference Registration, Fellowship Announcements, and New JPAM Editor.

Registration is Open for the 2018 Fall Research Conference

Jul 16, 2018

The 2018 APPAM Fall Research Conference will celebrate APPAM's 40th conference on November 8 - 10 at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park in Washington, DC. This year's event will focus on improving programs and policies by generating and engaging with evidence throughout the policy analysis and management process.

Announcing the 2018 Public Policy Camps

The Public Policy Camp is an initiative to introduce the field of public policy to a group of students who might not otherwise be familiar with it, as well as increase the pipeline of diverse students into APPAM institutional member graduate public policy and public affairs schools. After our inaugural camp at George Washington University, we are thrilled to announce two upcoming Public Policy Camps in September.

Greetings from JPAM's New Editor | APPAM Leadership Blog Series

Jul 10, 2018

I am honored to assume the responsibilities of Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management. It is a much-cherished gift to be the Editor-in-Chief of JPAM and I am proud and excited for the next chapter in my professional life. With fresh enthusiasm, I hope that our journal will continue to flourish and advance in scope and depth, attracting more and more authors both from the traditional and emerging research fields of public policy and management.

Meet the Recipients of the 2018 APPAM Equity and Inclusion Fellowship

Jul 06, 2018

The 2018 Equity & Inclusion Fellowship supports the travel and participation of up to 40 students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds at the 2018 APPAM Fall Research Conference, November 8 - 10, in Washington, DC. We look forward to celebrating you in Washington, DC at #2018APPAM!

June 2018 Institutional Representative Update

Jun 18, 2018

Early Career Fellowship, Fall Conference Opportunities, and Award Nominations.

June 2018 Student Member Update

Jun 18, 2018

Fall PD Sessions, Mentor Matching Program, and Sustainable Development.

June 2018 Professional Member Update

Jun 18, 2018

Early Career Fellowship, Sustainable Development, and Award Nominations.

Government Data is a National Treasure | APPAM Leadership Blog Series

Jun 07, 2018

APPAM has always supported government data. Having worked for 25 years in the Federal Statistical System, I have seen first-hand the importance of high quality data and the direct influence it has on government policy. And this is only possible because of sufficient funding, leadership, and dedicated staff.

Rigorous Policy Research Has Never Been More Important

Jun 06, 2018

Support the meaningful work of early career professionals through the 40 for 40 Fellowship. The essential work from these scholars will shape the future of public policy research. Our goal is to provide opportunities to grow their professional networks and share their research with the broader policy audience.