"I decided to pursue an MPA with McGeorge because the program stood out from others in that it was embedded within a law school. At the time I made this decision, I was seeking higher education assistance and training to strengthen my abilities to interpret and write policy and regulations for the California Department of Social Services. While with McGeorge, I promoted to a position within the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (I made sure to include I was an MPA candidate in my resume and interview!) and soon after I graduated, I received another promotion into local government to continue the work I love doing. The class meetings with McGeorge professors and students absolutely strengthened my capabilities as a professional and set me apart from applicants when going for promotions. This program opened so many doors of opportunity and I appreciate that, even after the program has ended, I can still reach out and gain subject matter expertise from McGeorge faculty as well as fellow alumni I traveled the program with.”