Journal of Public Affairs Education
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We are a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing teaching & learning in public affairs.
Editor-in-chief: Dr. Sarah L. Young
Link: https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/journal-of-public-affairs-education/journal204172#description ..
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We are a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing teaching & learning in public affairs.
Editor-in-chief: Dr. Sarah L. Young
Link: https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/journal-of-public-affairs-education/journal204172#description
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In 2016, Dr. Sadiq (as principal investigator) and a co-researcher were awarded a National Science Foundation grant to explore ways to strengthen community resilience to floods.
Thank you for your service to JPAE and our community.
Thank you for your service to JPAE and our community.
the project examined mass fatality management issues in the aftermath of the disaster. In 2014, he received the National Science Foundation’s Enabling the Next Generation of Hazards and Disasters Researchers Fellowship.
After graduating, he served as a lecturer in the Emergency Administration and Planning Program at the University of North Texas (UNT).
In 2010, Dr. Sadiq and two other researchers conducted a study in Haiti following the devastating earthquake. Funded by the National Science Foundation,
In 2010, Dr. Sadiq and two other researchers conducted a study in Haiti following the devastating earthquake. Funded by the National Science Foundation,
Meet our editorial board member, Abdul-Akeem Sadiq.
He is a professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida. He earned his joint Ph.D. in Public Policy from Georgia State University and the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2009.
He is a professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida. He earned his joint Ph.D. in Public Policy from Georgia State University and the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2009.
Her research explores public management and policy, with an emphasis on government contracting, collaborative governance, innovation, and sustainability.
Through her teaching, research, and service, Ana strives to support the development of current and future public servants.
Through her teaching, research, and service, Ana strives to support the development of current and future public servants.
Contract Management from Florida International University in Miami. Before pursuing her graduate studies, Ana worked as a legal advisor for a central government organization in Romania, focusing on public procurement.
Meet our Associate Editor, @anadimand.bsky.social🧵
Ana is an Assistant Professor at the Askew School of Public Administration and Policy at Florida State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Public Affairs and a Graduate Certificate in Public Finance, Procurement, and
Ana is an Assistant Professor at the Askew School of Public Administration and Policy at Florida State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Public Affairs and a Graduate Certificate in Public Finance, Procurement, and
In Spring 2026, she will join the Master of Public Administration program at Kennesaw State University full-time.
She is dedicated to promoting inclusive, evidence-based practices that strengthen public institutions and support aging populations.
She is dedicated to promoting inclusive, evidence-based practices that strengthen public institutions and support aging populations.
strategic communications and event logistics.
Rosland will graduate in December 2025 with a B.S. in Human Services, concentrating in Nonprofit Management and Social Innovation, while also completing graduate coursework in Public Administration.
Rosland will graduate in December 2025 with a B.S. in Human Services, concentrating in Nonprofit Management and Social Innovation, while also completing graduate coursework in Public Administration.
Rosland brings experience in academic research, community engagement, and conference planning. She has co-authored and presented work with the Engagement Scholarship Consortium and contributes to the Georgia Education Advancement Council (GEAC), where she supports
As Assistant Editor at the Journal of Public Affairs Education, she supports editorial operations through manuscript tracking, reviewer coordination, and outreach efforts that advance scholarship in public affairs.
Meet our Assistant Student Editor, Rosland Széchenyi
Rosland Széchenyi is a Human Services scholar focused on generational equity, nonprofit innovation, and public sector engagement. 🧵
Rosland Széchenyi is a Human Services scholar focused on generational equity, nonprofit innovation, and public sector engagement. 🧵
Through his teaching, research, and professional service, Dr. Lim remains dedicated to advancing the field of public affairs education.
Prior to entering academia, he served in the South Korean Air Force as a Master Sergeant. This experience deeply shaped his understanding of public service values and commitment.
He earned both his Ph.D. and M.P.A. in Public Administration from Florida State University and holds a B.A. in Public Administration from Soongsil University in Seoul, South Korea. Originally from South Korea, Dr. Lim moved to the United States in 2012 to pursue his academic career.
certification in Effective College Instruction from the American Council on Education. He is deeply committed to advancing education for future professionals and scholars in the public and nonprofit sectors.
In addition to his editorial role at JPAE, Dr. Lim serves on the editorial board of Teaching Public Administration. He has also completed the Association of College and University Educators’ college education innovation training and holds
Public Administration Review, Public Personnel Management, Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly, Nonprofit Management and Leadership, International Journal of Public Administration, Nonprofit Policy Forum, Journal of Civil Society, and the Journal of Public and Nonprofit Affairs.
with particular emphasis on public service innovation and governance, leadership, social equity, and community engagement. His work has been published in a number of peer-reviewed journals and book chapters, including the Journal of Public Affairs Education,
Meet our Associate Editor, Dr. Sungdae Lim
Dr. Sungdae Lim is an Associate Professor of Public Administration at Sam Houston State University. His research focuses on public and nonprofit management,
Dr. Sungdae Lim is an Associate Professor of Public Administration at Sam Houston State University. His research focuses on public and nonprofit management,
We’re proud to have Dr. Young leading JPAE’s editorial vision, bridging research, teaching, and practice with kindness and compassion to advance public affairs education.
Dr. Young’s 2021 JPAE article, “Erased: Why Faculty Sexual Misconduct Is Prevalent and How We Could Prevent It,” catalyzed national conversations on academic integrity and institutional reform.
Dr. Young also co-founded the column "Humans of Nonprofits" at Nonprofit Quarterly and regularly contributes insights to national and international news outlets.
She has published widely in top journals, including Public Administration, Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly, and Nonprofit Management & Leadership, co-authored three Routledge books, and accrued over $2 million in funded grants.
Her research examines how nonprofit and public systems advance equity and resilience in health and human service delivery, especially during crises.
Let us introduce ourselves (or reintroduce ourselves).
Meet Dr. Sarah L Young, our Editor-in-Chief!
Dr. Sarah L. Young is a Professor of Public Administration at Kennesaw State University.
Meet Dr. Sarah L Young, our Editor-in-Chief!
Dr. Sarah L. Young is a Professor of Public Administration at Kennesaw State University.
If you are interested in reviewing one of these titles, please contact Book Review Editor Sungdae Lim, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Sam Houston State University, at slim@shsu.edu.
🚨 JPAE seeks reviews of books that will appeal to our readership as we reflect on teaching and learning in higher education broadly.
Sarah L Young Sarah Larson Blair Thomas, PhD, MPH, MPA Luis Luna-Reyes Mila Gasco Hernandez Ana-Maria Dimand, LL.B., Ph.D. Grant Blume Erica Barnhart Z. Esra Tanyildiz Sunny Nillasithanukroh Victoria DeFrancesco Soto Robert Richards
Thank you to the organizers, all presenters and participants for advancing this important conversation on the future of AI in public service education.