The American Society for Public Administration and its Keystone State Chapter members look to public administration students to become the future generation leaders of government, nonprofit and academic organizations.

Students are invited to chapter events and are encouraged to network with chapter members who can provide advice and support for their academic and career pursuits.  The Keystone State Chapter collaborates with university public administration programs on events that bring together practitioners, academics and students.  At the annual Public Service Recognition Week event, our ASPA chapter is pleased to honor students who have earned Outstanding Student and Student Paper Awards.  Also, chapter members participate in Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society induction ceremonies that recognize the achievements of outstanding undergraduate and graduate students who are preparing for public service careers.   

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

• You can find helpful information regarding careers in the teaching or practice of public administration at www.publicservicecareers.org.  This website is sponsored by the three most prominent most prominent organizations in professional public service and education: our national ASPA organization; NASPAA (Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration); and APPAM (Association of Public Policy and Administration). This website features information on finding jobs, career advice, and information on degrees in public service and public affairs.

• Visit www.aspanet.org for more information about the American Society for Public Administration.  This website for the national organization has page for Students and Young Professionals that offers information and opportunities for those planning or beginning a public service career.