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McGeorge School of Law hosted a webinar featuring special guest Serena Kallas, an experienced business attorney currently working in-house for Impossible Foods, where she focuses on contract negotiation, drafting, and strategic business development. In the webinar, Serena discussed how to master contract drafting and provided a practical look at McGeorge’s Online MSL degree program.Prior to her in-house role, Serena represented

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University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law recently hosted a webinar highlighting the Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management concentration within the Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Public Policy (MPP) programs. The webinar featured Dr. J. Brandon Philips, Director of Public Policy and Public Administration Programs, who shared insights into the growing need for professionals who can

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Public administration, at the most fundamental level, is the implementation of government policies. Government policy, essentially public policy, is wide-reaching and has a daily impact on citizens’ lives. Laws, regulations, court decisions, and ordinances all shape how these policies are implemented in practice, guiding everything from environmental protection and public health to economic development and social services. Through the work

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The now-commonly heard phrase “progress isn’t linear” applies to career progress, too. After being denied admission to a graduate program in forensic psychology, Jarrett Moore had to make a decision: stay the course or pivot. He chose the latter, which ultimately led to a career in public service and policy.Before enrolling in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at

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McGeorge prides itself on providing students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed, not only during their time as students but also in their careers. As such, alumna Vanessa Adame found that the Master of Public Policy (MPP) program was an investment in herself that paid dividends in her career and personal growth.Today, the McGeorge alumna works as

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Sally Ly serves as Deputy Secretary for Workforce Development at the California Government Operations Agency, where she leads statewide HR modernization efforts. Her work focuses on leading HR reforms, expanding access to employment opportunities and building a skilled, diverse workforce that reflects and serves all Californians. Deciding to earn a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of the Pacific

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For a recent McGeorge School of Law webinar, Professor Erin O’Neal, current student Jeffrey Benson, and alumnus Alex Torres shared how the Master of Science in Law (MSL) in Government Law & Policy prepares professionals to lead at the intersection of law and policy. Lasting impact in government requires a strong understanding of how law works. The MSL in Government Law

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McGeorge School of Law’s recent webinar explored a common question for prospective graduate students: What’s the difference between the MSL, MPA, and MPP, and which one is right for me?While these programs often attract professionals with similar interests, law, policy, government, and public impact, each degree is designed for a different type of career path and skillset.
To help

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McGeorge School of Law recently hosted a webinar exploring the federal–state framework for species protection under the Endangered Species Act, with a focused discussion on California’s AB 1319, featuring guest speaker Kim Delfino. Kim is an environmental policy advocate, attorney, and president and founder of Earth Advocacy. Additionally, she is one of the amazing professors who teaches in the MSL and

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Administration implies the management or supervision of the execution, use, or conduct of a project, as well as the performance of executive duties. Thus, administrative law addresses both the overarching and intricate actions of government agencies. A functional understanding of administrative law is essential for public policy professionals. Regulatory frameworks, public policy implementation, and legal compliance all hinge on administrative law.

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