Student & Alumni Profiles

Meet UNC Online MPA Students

When you earn your MPA online from the UNC School of Government, your classroom includes driven professionals from all over the country—and the world. Some of our students work with local, state, and federal governments. Others effect change in private or nonprofit arenas. They are parents, service members, and athletes.

We believe our students’ diverse backgrounds, strengths, and interests—as well as their shared dedication to the public good—strengthens our Carolina community and enhances your education. Meet some of them in the spotlights below.

Dai Tworek

Dai Tworek

Facilities Compliance Manager, NC Dept. of Health and Human Services
Julia Farinas

Julia Farinas

Chief of Client Services for the 82nd Airborne Division

Meet UNC Online MPA Alumni

Regardless of how you apply your MPA degree, relationships are core to your development as a leader, colleague, and public servant. A strong network—built on meaningful connections—can help you navigate every phase of your career.

At Carolina, your network never stops growing: Our global alumni community offers helpful programs, events, and engagement opportunities that you can continue to access throughout your career. Get to know some of our incredible alumni in the spotlights below.

MPA@UNC Alumnus Spotlight

Adrienne Augustus

Adrienne Augustus

Media Relations, Hyattsville Police Dept and Founder of A Beautiful Mind Foundation
Megan Garrett

Megan Garrett

Asst. Director for Development and Stewardship, UNC School of Education
Tracy Miles

Tracy Miles

Deputy Director, Center for Public Leadership and Governance
Earl Park

Earl Park

Policy Team Supervisor, Federal Government

Build Your Career and Network at Carolina

Learn how UNC’s online MPA program can help you expand your network and forge meaningful relationships with other ambitious professionals.

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