Message to Students, Alumni, and Esteemed Members of Our Community

Dear Students, Alumni, and Esteemed Members of Our Community,

I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to all of you—whether you are entering the Kennesaw State University Master of Public Administration (MPA) program for the first time, returning to continue your studies, or joining us as proud alumni and supporters. Your presence strengthens our shared commitment to excellence in public service, and we are excited to continue building upon the strong foundation we have cultivated together.

To our current students, I urge you to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead. This is a time for growth, exploration, and collaboration, where you will be challenged to think critically, innovate, and make a difference. Remember, the MPA program is not just about preparing you for careers—it's about preparing you to shape the future. We look forward to supporting your intellectual growth and professional development.

To our alumni, we are deeply grateful for the lasting contributions you have made to our program and to your respective fields. Your professional achievements speak to the transformative power of public affairs education, and we are proud to be part of your journey. We encourage you to stay connected and involved, as your experiences and insights enrich our program and the next generation of public service leaders.

And to our broader community of faculty, staff, and supporters, thank you for your unwavering commitment to our collective mission of preparing students for administrative and leadership positions in governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations. We recognize the importance of partnerships between academia and the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. We value your support and look forward to continuing our work together to advance the common good.

As we move forward, let us remain committed to the values of integrity, accountability, honestly, fairness and ethical behavior—values that are essential for building a better society. Thank you for being part of this vibrant and dynamic program. I am excited to see all that we will accomplish together.

Wishing you all an inspiring and productive year ahead.

Warm regards,

Madinah F. Hamidullah, PhD
Master of Public Administration Director

Professor of Public Administration
School of Government and International Affairs

Kennesaw State University