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Fall 2024 SPIA Alumni Recap

The Alumni Relations team traveled near and far this fall, visiting alumni in New York City, India, Japan, and Washington D.C. We even had alumni join us in Princeton for Open House panels and Public Service Career Day. See below for recaps and pictures of the events that took place!
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New York City

In honor of the UN General Assembly, SPIA faculty and staff gathered with alumni to share how their work and research are contributing to the collective impact on the global goals outlined in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Remark were from General (ret.) Mark A. Milley ’80 on the critical importance of peace, Professor Amelia Frank-Vitale on people, Professor Michael Oppenheimer with CPREE on protecting the planet, Professor Layna Mosley on prosperity, and Assistant Dean Steven F. Petric MPP ’17 on partnership. Read more.

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India

Princeton alumni gathered with key stakeholders from government, academia, and multilateral institutions to build possible points of synergy and discuss critical policy challenges in India like energy and the environment. Featured speakers were SPIA Assistant Dean Steven F. Petric MPP ’17 and Professor Denise Mauzerall with CPREE.

Group Photo in Japan

Japan

This event showcased the groundbreaking research and innovative work at Princeton SPIA. Brief remarks were made by Princeton SPIA Dean, Amaney Jamal and Assistant Dean Steven F. Petric MPP ’17. Insights were shared from Professor John Ikenberry with CISS, a leading expert on liberal internationalism and global security. Additionally, current SPIA students, who were in Japan for their fall policy workshop trip, also joined, providing a unique opportunity to engage with the next generation of policy leaders. We also celebrated Orange and Black Day!

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Washington D.C.

Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber '83 joined SPIA alumni for an evening of conversation and connections on the rooftop at the Princeton SPIA in DC Center. Over 250 alumni gathered together. Read More.

Princeton

In late October, alumni joined students and staff for Public Service Career Day and the Graduate Admissions Open House. During Public Service Career Day, current students explored the diverse public service career paths available to Princetonians. At the Open House, prospective students gained valuable insights into SPIA’s programs and the vibrant community they could hopefully join.