Master in Community Development Policy and Practice (M.A.) Spotlight

"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 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…

"I grew up in a really bad neighborhood where, you know, you see your friends go down the wrong path. You see many people with talents–just wasted. And it's not their fault, they have no guidance. I just want to help the kids who really want the best for themselves in my community. Give them the…

"Strengthening familial bonds, building closer community ties, and educating those along the way is what I strive to do in my day-to-day work."       ~(MCD) Alum Robert Richard-Snipes '16, '21G — Norfolk, VA

"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

"I believe that pursuing a masters-level education in community development at the Carsey School of Public Policy would allow me to successfully scale my work from something that is a local disaster recovery model to one that can affect a greater number of Puerto Ricans."       ~(MCD) Student…

"I hope to use this opportunity to delve into how I can more effectively drive budget decisions that will help organizations and the communities"       ~(MCD) Student Sofia Ashooh — Amherst, NH

"I'm looking forward to learning more about how to make lasting and sustainable change for a world that is more equitable for all."       ~(MCD) Student Jacqueline Walker — Dover, NH

"It's been my dreams, goals, and visions to involve myself with something that would grant me more enhanced opportunities for making a difference in the lives of individuals and people, one household at a time"       ~(MCD) Student Ethan Pope — Chattanooga, TN

"I am inspired by selfless leadership by individuals who do not covet attention, but simply want to make positive change."       ~Charlie French

"Genuine, empathetic and passionate people inspire my work."       ~Jolan Rivera

"I am lucky enough to work with inspirational leaders in community development every day."       ~Eric Hangen