Carsey Alumni

Carsey Alumni
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  Meet our Alumni!   

 

What does it mean to be a Carsey School alum?

It means you're tapped into a network of global changemakers. It means you've completed world-class training at a top policy education and research center. It means you're prepared to effect change and to make an important difference, whether at the community, state, national or international levels.

Discover what our alumni have been up to below!

View alumni by degree program below.

Photo of Tara Griffin, a graduate of the MPP program at the Carsey School
It's All Worth It!
With Alum Tara Griffin '19G (MPP)
"Take full advantage of all the opportunities that Carsey offers! The faculty is second to none and have unbelievable experience. Listen to their stories and learn from their lessons."       ~(MPP) Alum Tara Griffin '19G
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Julia Vieira
Sustainable Solutions
With Alum Julia Vieira '19G (MPP)
"Carsey can offer students a very welcoming environment, in which professors and staff truly care about students, their interests, and their development."        ~(MPP) Alum Julia Vieira '19G
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Justin Klingler spent nine weeks interning at the Community Development Finance Authority connecting his classroom lessons to real world applications.
Real World Applications
With Alum Justin Klingler '18, '19G (MPP)
In summer 2018, Justin Klingler '18 '19G spent nine weeks interning at the Community Development Finance Authority connecting his classroom lessons to real world applications. As an accelerated master’s in public policy major, Klingler completed...
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Carsey School Master of Public Policy graduate Carina DeBarcelos '19 received a Distinguished Wildcat Award, bestowed by the Graduate Student Senate in Dec. 2019.
A Distinguished Wildcat
With Alum Carina DeBarcelos '19G (MPP)
Carina DeBarcelos '19G made the most of her graduate student experience at UNH, and her almost two years on campus ended with one more achievement: The Distinguished Wildcat Award, which she received from the Graduate Student Senate...
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Sarah Nadeau
Say "Yes!" to Opportunity
With Alum Sarah Nadeau '19 '20G (MPP)
"Be eager to learn and discover what issue areas you are passionate about. Say "Yes!" to every opportunity – you never know where it'll take you."       ~ (MPP) Alum Sarah Nadeau '19 '20G
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Photo of Sarah Wrightsman in an office area.
Carsey Alum Sarah Wrightsman '17G Named to 40 Under Forty List
With Alum Sarah Wrightsman '15, '17G (MPP)
Congratulations to Master in Public Policy graduate Sarah Wrightsman '15, '17G, who was named to the New Hampshire Union Leader's 40 Under Forty list for 2020.
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Photos of Hannah MacBride and Marisa Rafal.
Making Toys More Accessible in NH
With Alum Hannah MacBride '07, '13G (MCD) & Marisa Rafal '19, '20G (MPP)
The annual NH Social Venture Innovation Challenge serves as an important platform for UNH System students and alumni, as well as New Hampshire residents, to promote their...
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The Carsey School of Public Policy's Washington, D.C., colloquium program inspired master in public policy (MPP) student Jiedine Phanbuh to pursue a summer internship in the nation’s capital.
Intern Working Against Internment
With Alum Jiedine Phanbuh '19G (MPP)
The Carsey School of Public Policy’s Washington, D.C., colloquium program inspired master in public policy degree student Jiedine Phanbuh '...
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Joe Alexander (L) and Willis Griffith (R) are newly elected representatives to the New Hampshire House, and both are graduate students in UNH’s Carsey School of Public Policy.
Representing
With Alumni Joe Alexander '20G (MPP) and Willis Griffith '19G (MPP)
Lots of students have to juggle their class schedules with other commitments: jobs, internships, sports. For Carsey School of Public Policy alumni Joe Alexander and Willis Griffith, that balancing act included serving as newly elected representatives in the N.H....
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Carsey School of Public Policy graduate and nonprofit executive director Sarah Wrightsman.
The Power of Engagement
With Alum Sarah Wrightsman '15, '17G (MPP)
Master in Public Policy graduate Sarah Wrightsman '15, '17G could be described as someone with a growth mindset. As a community garden project coordinator for at-risk youth in Somersworth, N.H., she discovered the positive impact she could have in...
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Master of Public Policy graduate Adam Strong '19G leveraged his training to work in youth and community outreach.
Get a Job…And a Degree
With Alum Adam Strong '19G (MPP)
Growing up in Kentucky, Adam Strong '19G noticed that there were not enough social and economic supports for young people in rural communities. He set out to change this by pursuing a Master in Public Policy from the Carsey School while working...
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Carsey School of Public Policy student Marisa Rafal at the Dover Public Library.
Toy Time
With Alum Marisa Rafal '19, '20G (MPP)
Marisa Rafal '19, '20G, a graduate of the Master in Public Policy program at Carsey, has a passion for play. While working toward her Bachelor of Science in human development and family studies at the University of New Hampshire, she wrote a paper on toy libraries – lending libraries located around...
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MCD Student Jean Damascene Hakuzimana
Team Work
With Alum Jean Damascene Hakuzimana '20G (MCD)
"I am in my second year and I am looking forward to learning more together with this incredible team!"       ~(MCD) Alum Jean Damascene Hakuzimana '20G — Concord, NH Position: I help immigrants and refugees ("New Americans") gain knowledge to self-navigate the complexity of US Social and Health...
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Photo showing Parker LaRock (far left in left photo) and Jessica Amato (center woman in right photo).
Changes That Last
With Alumni Jessica Amato '19G (MCD) & Parker LaRock '15, '20G (MCD)
"If you told me 5 years ago that I would be making a positive impact on UNH and implementing change that would last, I wouldn’t have believed it…this program really does help empower you to make real positive change."       ~(MCD) Alum Parker LaRock, '15, '20G
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Photo of Hayley Collins, '18G, an alumni of the Carsey School's Master in Community Development Program
Community Benefits
With Alum Hayley Collins '14G (MCD)
"The master’s program provides an incredible opportunity to focus academic efforts on a topic that engages the student and supports direct benefits to the community."       ~(MCD) Alum Hayley Collins '14G
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charlene higgins with members of the new american farmers cooperative.
Cultivating Common Ground
With Alum Charlene Higgins '14, '18G (MCD)
While crops are grown, community and collaboration roots are developed for new Americans at the New American Farmers Cooperative in Manchester, N.H. Charlene Higgins '14, '18G helped this...
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Andreanecia Morris Headshot
Expanding Horizons
With Alum Andreanecia Morris '20G (MCD)
"At Carsey, you'll be exposed to new ideas and new ways of doing things. You should take it all in, evaluate it, and keep the things that help you achieve your personal and professional goals."       ~ (MCD) Alum Andreanecia Morris '20G
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Nisha Grimes sits in a Carsey School classroom
A Helping Degree
With Alum Nisha Grimes '16G (MCD)
Nisha Grimes '16G earned her Master in Community Development after serving as a Rural Community Development Worker with the Peace Corps. Prior to her Peace Corps service, she worked for ...
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Safiya Adamu stands in her graduation cap in front of Carsey
Different Backgrounds, Same Goals
With Alum Safiya Adamu '15 (MCD)
Safiya Adamu knew that pursuing a masters degree would be a scary and tough endeavor however, she knew it was something she needed to do! She was excited to meet classmates from variety backgrounds and embrace their differences. Through the...
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andres-mejia
Different Perspectives
With Alum Andres Mejia '14, '18G (MCD)
"The MCD has students coming from different parts of the world joining this program…and when you experience differences you become more open and you accept more people." ~ Andres Mejia '14, '18G
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Photo of Tyler Mac Innis, '12G
Community Development at the Local Level
With Alum Tyler Mac Innis '12G (MCD)
"What this program does best is it prepares students to be able to recognize where problems actually exist." ~(MCD) alumni Tyler Mac Innis '12G
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Photos of Hannah MacBride and Marisa Rafal.
Making Toys More Accessible in NH
With Alum Hannah MacBride '07, '13G (MCD) & Marisa Rafal '19, '20G (MPP)
The annual NH Social Venture Innovation Challenge serves as an important platform for UNH System students and alumni, as well as New Hampshire residents, to promote their...
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Alexandra Kirade is taking her passion for nonprofit work to the next level while earning dual degrees (Master of Public Administration, Master in Community Development) from the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Nonprofit Passion Leads to Dual Master’s Degrees
With Alum Lexie Kirade '20G (MPA & MCD)
Lexie Kirade discovered her passion for nonprofit work while at Stonehill College. Now she’s taking her education and career to the next level with dual degrees in Master of Public Administration and...
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James Vayo '19G said the Master in Community Development degree capstone project allowed him to apply theory in the field.
Cornerstone to Development
With Alum James Vayo '19G (MCD)
Having worked in community development for over a decade, James Vayo was looking to take a step forward in his career, so he enrolled in the Carsey School of Public Policy’s Master in Community Development program.
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Megan Brabec, 2019 Graduate of the Master of Public Administration program at UNH
A Calling to Civic Leadership
With Alum Megan Brabec '19G (MPA)
"The program allowed me to meet people doing great work around the state, and it helped me build up tangible skills that allow me to serve my community more effectively and efficiently."       ~(MPA) Alum Megan Brabec '19G
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Brittany Weaver '10 '15G serves as a legislative assistant in the Office of Senator Maggie Hassan.
Success in Politics
With Alum Brittany Weaver Matthews '10, '15G (MPA)
Brittany Weaver Matthews '10, '15G earned a Master of Public Administration degree from the Carsey School of Public...
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A photo of Sarah Dorner in front of the ocean
A Degree for Working Professionals
With Alum Sarah Dorner '14G (MPA)
Sarah Dorner '14G currently serves as the Associate Director of Admissions and International Outreach for the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law. She knew when she completed her undergraduate degree that she wanted to pursue a...
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Photo of Carsey School alumni Catherine Naczacs
Serving Others Through Affordable Housing
With Alum Catherine Naczas '92G (MPA)
"After building a good foundation of experience – some 6 years in assisted/subsidized housing – I knew that getting my MPA was the next step in furthering my career. The MPA program put me in contention for the executive director position with the Laconia Housing Authority."       ~(MPA) Alum...
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Brent Lemire Graduation Photo
Leveraging Education for a Late-Career Move
With Alum Brent Lemire '04G (MPA)
"The interaction with other student professionals was invaluable. I was older and had been in government for over 30 years and was able to offer a different perspective. After I retired from my first job, I went on to utilize my MPA as a Town Administrator for Northwood, NH, for four years."     ~(...
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Photo of MPA graduate Kathryn Mone
Carsey Alum Kathryn Mone '07G Named to 40 Under Forty List
With Alum Kathryn Mone '07G (MPA)
Congratulations to Kathryn Mone '07G, who was recently named to the Union Leader's 40 Under Forty list for 2020. An MPA graduate, Mone heads the North Hampton Police Department as Police Chief.
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Katharine Labrecque '19G completed a fellowship with the City of Dover before graduating with her Master of Public Administration degree from the Carsey School.
A Jolly Good Fellow(ship)
With Alum Katharine Labrecque '19G (MPA)
Practical knowledge and applied learning is at the core of the Carsey School's Master of Public Administration program. Katharine Labrecque '19G gained both through a ...
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Matt Wilhelm '16G balanced family with career while pursuing his master of public administration at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
A Degree That Works for You
With Alum Matt Wilhelm '16G (MPA)
Matt Wilhelm '16G was considering ways he might be able to take the next step in his career. With a young family and a full-time job, pursuing a Master of Public Administration degree at the Carsey School posed a time management...
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