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Government, Public Administration & Law

Here you can explore careers dedicated to public service. Whether you are interested in a profession that enforces laws and policies or promotes political and social change; individuals interested in this career community tend to have an overarching desire to improve society. Individuals who pursue careers in government, public administration & law will attain competencies in intercultural communication, writing, research, conflict resolution, logical reasoning, critical thinking, data analysis, and public relations.

No Work Experience? Here’s What to Highlight Instead

By: Keith Spencer, Career Expert via College Recruiter

How am I supposed to get a job when I don’t have anything to put on my resume?

It’s a common concern for college students and recent grads. If even entry-level roles …

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From One Student to Another: Here’s Why the Center for Career & Professional Development is a Game-Changer

By Olivia Petrucci, Career Ambassador 2023-2025

Coming from a recent alumni, your time here at Sacred Heart University really does fly by. While you may believe you have all the time in the world to worry about your post-graduation plans, …

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Proven tips for landing a job after graduation

By Keith Spencer, Career Expert at FlexJobs

Graduating from college is an exciting milestone. It marks the beginning of a new chapter and gives you a well-earned moment to celebrate everything you’ve accomplished. At the same time, it often brings a …

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Bill Davis

Alumni
  • Director of Government Affairs Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health – US
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Lesley DeNardis

Faculty
  • MPA Program. Associate Professor, Department of Government Sacred Heart University
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Adyel Duran ’17

Alumni
  • Education Program Specialist US Department of Education
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Timothy McCranor

Alumni
  • Washington, D.C.
  • Academic Programs Manager, Adjunct Professor Institute of World Politics
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Brian Rojee

Alumni
  • Deputy Chief of Police Milford Police Department
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Gary Rose, Ph.D.

Faculty
  • Professor and Chairman, Department of Government Sacred Heart University
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Gary Turco ’03

Alumni
  • State Representative State of Connecticut

Katya Valasek

Community Member
  • Director of Admissions Seton Hall University School of Law
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Career Outcomes

Outcome data for Sacred Heart University is obtained through the Center for Career & Professional Development, in accordance with national standards. We extend our First-Destination survey to students who have received Bachelor’s Degrees in the respective year are surveyed from the time of graduation, to 12-months following graduation.

 

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  • Top Employers
  • Starting Salary
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

SHU Pioneers pursue a variety of careers paths after graduation; most recent respondents indicated they are:

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Fairfield, CT 06825

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