In a significant stride towards enhancing academic collaboration and fostering partnerships, Annie Nevells, the Associate Director of Graduate Admissions and Student Experience at Paul College, has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Office of Personnel Management's
(OPM) Federal Academic Alliance.
This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the pursuit of the growth and development of graduate programs at Paul College.
The Partnership:
The OPM's Federal Academic Alliance is renowned for its commitment to fostering educational partnerships with institutions that share a dedication to preparing students for successful careers in the public sector. By signing the MOU, Annie Nevells and Paul College have solidified their commitment to providing high-quality graduate programs that align with the needs of the federal workforce.
The collaboration between Paul College and the OPM's Federal Academic Alliance aims to achieve several key objectives. Firstly, it seeks to enhance the accessibility of graduate programs at Paul College to individuals within the federal government seeking advanced education opportunities. Furthermore, the partnership opens doors for students to interact with professionals within the federal government, providing valuable networking opportunities that can significantly impact their career trajectories.
Paul College will offer a 20% discount on tuition for all graduate programs (including MBA, MS Business Analytics, MS Finance, MS Accounting, MS Economics, and graduate certificates) for all Federal Employees, their spouses, and their dependents. The application fee will also be waived. To learn more about the Federal Academic Alliance, please visit the OPM website at Federal Academic Alliance (opm.gov).
This new partnership not only benefits students and faculty but also contributes to the broader goal of advancing knowledge and addressing the evolving needs of the federal government. As this collaboration unfolds, it is poised to become a model for successful academic-government partnerships, inspiring similar initiatives across the educational landscape.
