EMPA Student News – Department of Public Policy and Administration

EMPA Alumni Named to Insider NJ’s 2025 Powerful Women List

Posted February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 in EMPA Student News, Featured News, News, Student News

Insider NJ has named two Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) alumni from Rutgers–Camden – Dena Mottola Jaborska and Jigna Rao – to its 2025 Powerful Women of NJ list. In a featured story introducing this year’s honorees, New Jersey Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter describes the list as a “carefully curated group of remarkable women” whose leadership across politics, business, education, and healthcare drives fairness, dignity, and opportunity statewide.

Where Public Service Meets Practical Skills

Posted May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 in EMPA Student News, EMPA Testimonial, Featured News, Student News

Navigating the demands of public service and private operations requires a skill set that’s both broad and deeply practical. As an Operations Area Manager at Rutgers–Camden, Robert Brant found that balance through the Master of Public Administration program. In this piece, he reflects on how the MPA helped him think more strategically, lead more effectively, and translate… continue reading

A Rising Star in Local Government Leadership

Posted November 25, 2024May 9, 2025 in EMPA Student News, Featured News, Student News

Justin Riggs, MPA, SHRM-CP, an alumnus of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, is making a meaningful impact in local government. Serving as Deputy Manager of the City of Cape May he exemplifies leadership and dedication in his field.

EMPA Student Highlight: James Williams IV

Posted October 17, 2024May 9, 2025 in EMPA Student News, Featured News, Student News

Join us in congratulating James Williams IV, a current EMPA student, on many achievements this semester! James now serves a key role here at Rutgers–Camden as Chief of Staff to the Office of the Chancellor. James also submitted his policy brief “Agriculture at a Crossroads: Key Regulatory Solutions for Texas and California,” which addresses the significant challenges facing the… continue reading

Shaping Policies & Programs for the Common Good

Posted June 24, 2024May 9, 2025 in EMPA Student News, EMPA Testimonial, Featured News, Student News

Siatta Davis, an alumna of the Master’s of Public Administration executive program (EMPA), has translated her academic knowledge into significant professional achievements. As the Program Coordinator for the Hill Family Center for College Access in the Rutgers-Camden Division of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement, Davis has been recognized for contributions to the community, including receiving the Chancellor’s Award for… continue reading

A Mayor’s Focus on Community Growth

Posted April 4, 2024May 9, 2025 in EMPA Student News, Featured News, Student News

Dunellen, New Jersey, has been led by Mayor Jason F. Cilento since January 1, 2020, but his journey into public service began long before. A Rutgers-Camden Public Administration (EMPA) alumnus, Cilento made history at just 20 years old by joining the Borough Council. Today, his leadership is focused on driving economic development, addressing infrastructure needs, and fostering… continue reading