Alumni Spotlight
Alana Warren, Senior Research Associate at the Civic Federation
The Civic Federation is a non-partisan, government research organization that focuses on maximizing the quality and cost-effectiveness of government services within Chicago and the state of Illinois. As a Senior Research Associate, Alana researches policies that affect the Illinois budget, and writes sections of the Civic Federation’s State Budget analysis including the Chicago Budget analysis. Alana recently published a blog on behalf of the Civic Federation that discusses higher education reform in Illinois, and will be working with stakeholders who are interested in reforming Illinois public universities later this year. Within the MUAPP Program, Alana extended her knowledge of public policy analysis and budgeting, connected with several influential faculty, and learned the importance of using data analysis in Public Policy. Alana graduated from Loyola University Chicago in May 2020, with a Masters in Public Policy and a Business Data Analytics certificate.
READ MOREAt Loyola University Chicago, the Masters in Urban Affairs and Public Policy (MUAPP) Program is located in the heart of Chicago, one of the nation's most significant areas for research and career opportunities in urban affairs. As a student, you will gain access to all the city has to offer through a stimulating internship, a vibrant campus life, top-notch faculty members, and a challenging curriculum that pushes you to confront urban problems directly.
The MUAPP Progam is proud of the positions our graduate have attained in the government, non-profit, and private sectors. The job placements and positions of recent graduates include:
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Chicago Department of Business, Director of Public Information | Chicago| Government
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Chicago Public Schools, Grant Specialist | Chicago | Government
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City of Bellevue Washington, City Budget Director | Washington State| Government
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City of Chicago, Federal Legislative Assistant | Chicago | Government
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City of Orlando, Manager | Orlando | Government
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Cook County Government, Deputy Chief of Staff | Chicago | Government
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Envoy Global, Immigration & Mobility Advisor | Chicago | Government
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National Center for Transgender Equality, Policy Counsel | Washington DC | Nonprofit
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Women Employed, Policy and Communication Associate | Chicago | Nonprofit
- Woodstock Institute, Policy and Communication Associate | Chicago | Nonprofit
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Baker Tilly, Public Sector Consultant | Chicago | Private Sector
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REvolution, Supervisor of Digital Media | Chicago | Private Sector
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University of Chicago, Education Outreach Specialist | Chicago | Private Sector
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