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Dr. LaShica WatersDr. LaShica WatersProgram Academic Advisor919.513.4330lps@ncsu.edu
Caitlin YenCaitlin YenLPS Academic Advisorlps@ncsu.edu
Dr. Tracy ApplingDr. Tracy ApplingExternal Relations and Internship Director
Teaching Assistant Professor919.513.0232tracy_appling@ncsu.edu
Dr. Traciel V. ReidDr. Traciel V. ReidLPS Program Director & Associate Professor919.515.5109tvreid@ncsu.edu
Undergraduate Degrees | Leadership in the Public Sector | News

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Keith and Ermina hold LPS border signs. Keith and Dr. Waters pose for a selfie.

May 2, 2022

Retired Veteran’s College Dream Becomes A Reality Online

Keith Simpson finds the ideal online Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) program with the needed support to help him succeed in completing his B.A. degree. 

Apr 27, 2022

Working Mom Finds Her Place at NC State

Looking toward graduation and the future, Joy Isley reflects on her time in the online Leadership in the Public Sector program and how it has positively affected the trajectory of her career. 

Apr 26, 2022

Going the Distance: NC State’s Leadership in the Public Sector Program

Go behind the scenes at one of the top 10 online degree programs in the nation. 
Jennifer Seaver and community members sit at an art table working on a stencil project.

Apr 26, 2022

Online Grad “Tailors” Coursework to Enhance Her Life

Jennifer Seaver, a May 2022 graduate of the online B.A. Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) program finds success in her career while also creating a non-profit organization called “Art for All — N.C.” during her time as a student. 

Dec 22, 2021

Erin McHugh Proves You Can Come Home Again

After leaving NC State as an undergraduate in 2013, Erin McHugh comes full circle to complete her online Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) bachelor's degree in 2021. 

Dec 10, 2021

Online Grad Credits LPS Degree for Career Advancement

Victoria Deaton credits the online Leadership in the Public Sector bachelor's degree-completion program for recent promotion at Durham Technical Community College’s Office of Equity and Inclusion. 
Shannon Fuller in graduation regalia.

Dec 8, 2021

Student Commencement Speaker’s Message: Keep Moving Forward

Shannon Fuller, a student in the online Leadership in the Public Sector bachelor's degree completion program, will deliver the commencement address at PNC Arena on Dec. 14. 
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Jun 29, 2021

LPS Grad Leaves Comfort Zone to Continue Her Education

Melanie Lewis's devotion to helping others in her community inspired her to enter the Leadership in the Public Sector online program. She shares her story and reflects on her time in the program.