EP-1 Navigating Graduate School as a Teaching Assistant and Graduate Research Assistant

In this episode, we discuss: Navigating graduate school as a teaching assistant or graduate research assistant |EP 1. 

 Meet our guests: 

Julius is a Ph.D. student in Public Administration and Public Policy at the Department of Political Science at Auburn University. His research interest focuses on the connection of nonprofits in transparency and accountability, humanitarian and security issues, and community development. He is an alumnus of the University of Nairobi’s Department of Diplomacy and International Studies, where he obtained a Ph.D in International studies. 

 Harrison, is a Master of Public Administration at Auburn University. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University in 2024 in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations, with a minor in Public Administration. In addition to his Bachelor’s degree, he received an Undergraduate Certificate in National Security and Intelligence. During his time as an MPA student, he had the opportunity as a Graduate Teaching assistant for Political Theory and Political Economy. 

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 Episode One Link: https://youtu.be/BXWShERXBcs

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What is Auburn MPA Goes Beyond the Books?

We are excited to introduce you to our new podcast series, Auburn MPA Goes “Beyond The Books”. This is a new initiative of the MPA Program. It’s purpose is to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. We aim to create a platform where faculty and students have the opportunity to share perspectives, experience and insights with a wider audience.