Truman School of Government and Public Affairs

Dr. Brian Kisida, an associate professor in the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Missouri, has been named to the 2025 class of Andrew Carnegie Fellows. Awarded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the fellowship is one of the highest honors in the social sciences and humanities. Dr. Kisida became the university’s first recipient after University of Missouri President Mun Choi nominated him for his impactful work in education policy.

Policy Camp with TSGPA and APPAM

The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Missouri ranks 36th among Public Affairs programs in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings, a testament to the programs enduring excellence, by maintaining this level of recognition for over 30 years.  This placement reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and its role in preparing students for public service careers.

Art & Science of Philanthropy event brings together non-profit leaders and scholars

The Art & Science of Philanthropy symposium on March 7, 2025 gathered scholars and nonprofit leaders to explore donor behavior, nonprofit sustainability, and philanthropy’s role in advocacy. Organized by the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs, the event was led by faculty members Jennifer Mayo, Brian Kisida, and Lael Keiser. 

For the past two years, Master of Public Administration (MPA) students at the Truman School have had the unique opportunity to engage directly with public affairs professionals through a recurring luncheon series called “Insightful Bites”. This interactive event allows students to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, providing firsthand exposure to the complexities of public service.

Introducing Yeilim Cheong, Expert in Korean Politics and Democratic Transitions

For anyone considering studying abroad, the experience is often accompanied by a mix of excitement and apprehension. As someone traveling outside my home country of Mauritania for the first time, I shared this sentiment. However, my concerns quickly dissipated upon arriving in Columbia, where I found a welcoming and supportive environment at the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs. From the outset, the community of staff and students made me feel at home, offering assistance in settling down and guiding me to the numerous campus resources available.

The Truman School offered a new course this semester as part of a broader initiative to foster constructive dialogue among students with different political views. The course, Democracy, Pluralism, and Civil Discourse, focuses on the foundations of pluralism in the United States’ political system and provides students with a structured environment to practice civil discourse with their peers. In addition to offering foundational perspectives for the value of open dialogue and viewpoint diversity, students tackle some of the most controversial issues in U.S.