Students, MCD Program

"My desire is to continue to act as a researcher, gaining knowledge and understanding into papers and projects focused around the study of socioeconomic analysis as well as sustainable and equitable economics"       ~(MCD) Student Chase Eagleson — Hampton, New Hampshire

"I would like to help develop a host home project for refugees here in the Seacoast area of New Hampshire or perhaps statewide"       ~(MCD) Student Bienfiat Polepole — Rochester, NH

"I plan to lead community relations nationally and globally with concentrated efforts on lessening the wealth gap in communities of color."       ~(MCD) Student Brandon Jones — Dallas, TX

"Since graduating from college, my main focus has been on keeping people in their homes and creating housing opportunities for people who do not have a home."       ~(MCD) Student Leo'el Jackson — Rochester, NY

"Mercy Corps in Ketgum was where I had my richest experience as a leader and developed a business skills training program to benefit over three hundred refugees"       ~(MCD) Student Samuel Scott — Durham, NC

"My desire is to learn more about how organizational processes can motivate and influence human behavior within communities"       ~(MCD) Student Christina Scenna — Exeter, NH  

"I firmly believe that when an individual is granted access to a wide spectrum of supportive resources, they can accomplish their endeavors"       ~(MCD) Student Pat Sales — Milford, CT

"My interst is not anything to do with economic development but people having a place to share ideas, improve lives and communities, overcome differences, build trust, and create something new and better"       ~(MCD) Student Stacey Purslow — Rochester, New Hampshire  

"I am committed to the empowerment, safety, health, and well-being of adolescent girls and their communities"       ~(MCD) Student Myriam Narcisse — Miami, FL  

"Growing up in relatively rural New Hampshire, I've always wanted to be able to play an impactful role in the community where I live"       ~(MCD) Student Rebecca Waugh — New Hampshire

"By gaining an M.A. in Community Development and Policy, I will know how to dream bigger. I will know how to make it real."       ~(MCD) Student Madison Baranoski — North Conway, NH

"I am excited to apply to the Master's in Community Development program through the Carsey School at UNH. I believe my entrance into the program is a natural next step for my career development in the field of disability advocacy and justice work. I also believe my unique experiences and…