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THE MANY FACES OF PUBLIC SERVICE – Student Day Forum

The event was held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 from 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.

Event article,

During this student-focused event we endeavored to assist students to …

  • Develop an awareness of a broad range of dynamic opportunities in the field of Public & Nonprofit Administration
  • Find the qualifications necessary to enter and succeed in the public and non-profit sectors
  • Learn important information on transitioning from the armed forces to public service
  • Hear practical advice from experienced public service professionals on the federal, state, local and non-profit areas of public service.

ASPA HR sponsored this event to encourage bright and motivated young people to consider public and non-profit agencies for their future. This event was open to undergraduate and graduate students in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Finance, and all related fields of study. 

January ASPA Membership Meeting

The January ASPA Membership meeting was held on January 16th at Marker 20 in downtown Hampton. This was an evening open forum with Hampton Mayor George Wallace, who discussed regionalism from a Hampton perspective.

Joint Holiday Event

holidayThe Joint Holiday meeting for ASPA, COMPA, and NFBPA was held on December 11th from 6 to 9 PM.

In addition to dinner & networking, we had a City Managers’ Forum with James M. Bourey, City Manager of Newport News; Marcus D. Jones, City Manager of Norfolk; James K. Spore, City Manager of Virginia Beach; and Selena Cuffee-Glenn, City Manager of Suffolk. We truly appreciate the time the City Managers provided us, as well as their collective advice and encouragement.

November ASPA HR Luncheon

ASPA HR held its November luncheon on Thursday, 11/21. Our speaker was Glenn Oder, the Executive Director of the Fort Monroe Authority (FMA), who provided an enlightening update on the status of Ft. Monroe.

The FMA is a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia, created to preserve, protect, and manage Fort Monroe and Old Point Comfort after the federal Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) closure in September 2011. The Authority is governed by a 12-member appointed Board of Trustees and is charged with promoting Fort Monroe and planning the responsible stewardship of the land and landmarks through a management structure unique in Virginia.

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The Minority Political Leadership Institute is Now Accepting Applications!

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute is now accepting applications for its Minority Political Leadership Institute (MPLI). The application deadline for the 2014 MPLI Class is November 1, 2013. The Minority Political Leadership Institute (MPLI) is a collaborative initiative of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus Foundation and The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute at Virginia Commonwealth University. MPLI is an intensive seven-month experience designed to promote leadership development for all individuals interested in issues important to minority communities including: community economics, political climate, civic engagement, and racial equity. MPLI offers insights regarding leadership legacy and culture, personal leadership, policy and legislative processes, responsible stewardship, public service, and integrity for future leaders. Each program year participants have the opportunity to engage and interact with communities across the Virginia and learn about unique strengths and issues facing different regions of the Commonwealth. For more information about the MPLI program and/or to submit an application please visit our website: www.vcu.edu/gehli. Please contact the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute at 804-827-1169 or gehli@vcu.edu if you have any questions.

Application: www.pubapps.vcu.edu/gehli/minoritypolitical/application.html

Application Deadline: November 1, 2013

September 19th Luncheon

Todd Solomon speaksTodd Solomon, the interim Executive Director of the Hampton Roads Center for Civic Engagement (HRCCE) spoke to our chapter on “Citizen Involvement in Regionalism: How Civic Engagement Benefits Past and Future Regional Initiatives.”   As a background for those who may not be familiar with the center, it is a non-profit that was created in 2008 based on a future of Hampton Roads study group.

Ray Ransom and Valerie WalkerThe center was created to increase the ability of Hampton Roads citizens, governments and institutions to work together to strengthen the region economically and to enhance our quality of life.  Todd discussed several of their recent projects to include the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) Urban Crescent Project, the Urban Land Institute Reality Check, and the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (HRPDC) Envision HR Project. They are now planning a regional project on “Sea Level Rise.” They will be asking citizens to identify their issues, discuss solutions and trade-offs, prioritize the results and create and action plan to move forward.  He also discussed some of the work they are doing with the Kettering Foundation and the International City Management Association.

Stephen Gordon, Stanley Skinner, John DunningTo learn more about HRCCE view please visit their website at http://www.hrcce.org/

The Batten Surveys: http://hrcce.org/publications/BattenSurveys/

Resource Guide for Public Engagement: http://www.ncdd.org/files/NCDD2010_Resource_Guide.pdf

HRCCE Presentation Handout

ASPA Hampton Roads Spring 2013 Symposium

“Governance and Sustainability: Local Concerns, Global Challenges” was held on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Select – Norfolk Airport. Well attended and a very important issue!

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General Membership Luncheon Meeting

The November 15, 2012 General Member luncheon was a discussion on the new ASPA Hampton Roads Strategic Plan. Thanks to all of the attendees!

ASPA Hampton Roads Chapter 2012 Student Forum

“Obtaining Employment/The Benefits of Public Service and Internships”

Date and Time: October 27, 2012, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Lambert’s Point Recreation Center, located at 1251 W. 42nd Street Norfolk, VA 23508
Invited participants: Hampton Roads Area Undergraduate and Graduate Students Interested in Jobs and Internships

The session included: an opening plenary session with a keynote address; two different workshops on “Networking” and “Interviewing”; a closing plenary session, featuring a panel of several senior public officials, who responded to questions and answers from attendees and offer closing remarks.