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Dr. Rajeev Darolia named one of 2025-2026 University Research Professors at the University of Kentucky!

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 29, 2025) — On Friday, the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved 18 University Research Professors for the 2025-26 academic year. Established by the Board of Trustees in 1976, the professorships program recognizes excellence across the full spectrum of research at UK.

Martin School MPA student finds success at the Kentucky League of Cities!

Experiential learning is an integral component of our educational strategy at the Martin School. As such, the Master of Public Administration and Master of Public Policy programs both include a required course: Experiential Learning in Public Administration (PA 711).

New Rising Civic Leaders program invites Martin School applicants!

Introducing the Martin School of Public Policy & Administration Rising Civic Leaders program! Apply now to be part of a one-year experiential leadership development program that focuses on civic leadership. Undergraduates who are rising juniors and seniors and MPA/MPP students are eligible to apply. This co-curricular class will focus on Understanding the Self and Leadership Virtues in the fall and Understanding Others and Leading Teams in the spring. 

Spiro Maroulis to lead Martin School as New Director!

 The Martin School of Public Policy and Administration at the University of Kentucky is announcing big changes in 2025. With a planned move into UK’s newly renovated Miller Hall this summer, the school is in a prime position to expand its leadership and vision with a new director, Spiro Maroulis, Ph.D., starting this fall.

Martin School student becomes one of Kentucky’s youngest-elected city council members

In November 2024, Ian Vansteenbergh became one of Kentucky’s youngest-elected city council members! Ian credits the Martin School's public policy program education to be a practical and  powerful path for students to turn their passions for leadership, service and advocacy into careers that make a difference right now AND after graduation.  Read the UK Now article here: https://uknow.uky.edu/student-news/uk-student-becomes-one-kentuckys-youngest-elected-city-councilmembers

2024 December Commencement: Meet us at the Grad Gathering!

Hey December Graduates! Join our staff at the Grad Gathering - immediately following commencement! We'll have a going away present for our graduates and would love to take some group pictures before you go. 

Martin School Alumn Appointed as New Associate Dean at Clinton School of Public Service

Dr. Meagan M. Jordan has been appointed as the New Associate Dean for the Clinton School of Public Service. ...“I am honored to join the Clinton School of Public Service and excited to work alongside such a talented group of faculty, staff, and students,” said Jordan. “From the School’s inception, I have been inspired by its mission, and now I am also inspired by its growth and accomplishments.  I look forward to advancing the ongoing efforts to ensure academic excellence and community engagement at the Clinton School.”

Faculty in the News Dr. Joe Benitez featured in Washington Post article on ACA's Impact

Dr. Joseph Benitez, Associate Professor and health economist, was recently featured in a Washington Post article that examined the evolving political discourse surrounding the Affordable Care Act (ACA) during the Trump administration and its impact on low-income Americans. 

Dr. Rajeev Darolia Named Chief Economist for US Department of Education

We are proud to recognize the amazing work of Dr. Rajeev Darolia for his work as Chief Economist for the US Department of Education! The Office of the Chief Economist was established only 3 years ago, but Dr. Darolia has been a fundamental piece of the office for nearly a year.