Certificate News December 2020
By Stephanie Davis
The Local Government Certificate Program is winding down the fall semester and preparing for Spring enrollment. To increase enrollment for the Spring Semester, we are continuing our recruitment efforts and answering questions about the Local Government Certificate Program through a virtual webinar led by Dr. Stephanie Davis. The Spring application deadline is January 1, 2021 with a $25 application fee and students who work for local governments can apply for the Bob Stripling Scholarship program for tuition assistance. For more information, please find our final fall session below:
December 15, 2020: 12pm-1pm
Access via Zoom: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/93713028301
The VT ICMA Student Chapter continued its series of webinars on November 19, 2020 with Deputy City Manager Cindy Mester, Deputy City Manager Laura Fitzpatrick, Town Manager Danny Davis, Economic Development Director Scott Sizer, and local government consultant Jerry E. Cox. The guest panel led discussions on resumes, cover letters, successful interview tips, negotiating employment contracts, securing mentors, and how to research organizations for the interview process. Professional development is a key component of the VT ICMA Student Chapter and the panel’s presentation was recorded and shared with select MPA courses, the Radford ICMA Student Chapter, and various graduate students who were unable to attend the live session. MPA and Certificate students are interested in professional development training to support their academic endeavors and this panel was able to provide real-world examples and creative advice for early and mid-career professionals. We are excited to continue our chapter meetings in Spring 2021.