Alumni

McKenna Hubbard, Jane L. Morris Fellow

Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.S. Criminal Justice and Criminology
MPA Class of 2025

McKenna Hubbard (she/her) is the inaugural Jane L. Morris Fellow pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Public Finance. She is a Double Devil from ASU, having obtained her undergraduate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice with an emphasis on Law and Human Behavior. Throughout her time in the program, McKenna has worked as a Management Intern for the City of Maricopa and as the primary administrator for Valley Benchmark Communities. This year, she has been placed in the City of Phoenix as the Management Intern for the Auditing, Fire, and Environmental Programs Department(s). She also serves as the graduate advisor for the Council at Watts College and as Vice President for the ICMA Student Chapter at ASU. Prior to her placement in the Fellowship, she worked as the Outreach and Internship Coordinator for Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and later as Gallego’s Re-election Campaign Coordinator.

Sandy Moshi

Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.S. Criminal Justice and Criminology
MPA Class of 2025

Sandy was raised by immigrant parents who she watched be resourceful, resilient and find humor in every situation. These values became a theme in her life and work that inspired her to pursue a career in public service, with a focus on creating opportunities for underserved communities. Prior to her selection to the Marvin Andrews Fellowship, Sandy worked for Congressman Greg Stanton between his Arizona and Washington, D.C. offices managing operations and outreach, taught rehabilitative programming for formerly incarcerated men at a reentry center, and helps promote voter turnout and engagement. Sandy is now pursuing her Master’s in Public Administration and plans to combine her experience as a Marvin Andrews Fellow to advance innovative, research-driven, and adaptive local governments that meet emerging needs.

Sam Badger

Alumnus: Indiana University Bloomington
Degree: B.S. Interior Design 
MPP Class of 2025

Sam is a Midwestern transplant from a small tourist town in south-central Indiana. From 2018 - 2022, Sam worked full-time for her university as a designer in the Interiors department of the Capital Projects & Facilities organization. Between work in Interiors and studio projects in the Interior Design program, Sam became fascinated with an extension of environmental psychology: the intersection of social justice and the built environment. Sam wanted her future career to serve people; she wanted to contribute to meaningful change. After consulting with professors and leadership at work, Sam altered her plans for graduate school from architecture to a dual program in urban planning and public policy, determined to advocate for social change in urban environments. Sam is thrilled to have been chosen to be a Marvin Andrews fellow to cultivate the experience which will mold and refine her passion for people into a member of local government who demonstrates authenticity and efficacy.

Martín Moreno

Alumnus: Georgetown University
Degree: B.A. Government 
MPA Class of 2025

As a first-generation low-income college student born and raised in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona, Martín's interest in public service sparked out of a necessity to utilize city services. Growing up, he relied on local city libraries, parks and recreation centers, and youth programs to complete homework, socialize, and cultivate his personal development.  Martín's reliance on city services naturally developed close relationships with city staff who incorporated him into advisory boards to make services more efficient, equitable, and impactful. The desire to further understand all aspects of public service drove Martín to pursue a government focused degree in our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. The comprehensive exposure to municipal, state, and federal levels of government led him to conclude that through direct impact and community accessibility, local government is a place to shape our communities from within. Martín is inspired to pay it forward to the place he calls home, and he is grateful to the Marvin Andrews Fellowship for equipping him with the resources necessary to serve our communities!

Chloe Wilson

Alumnus: Rice University
Degree: B.S. Political Science (concentration in American Politics) and Religion
MPP Class of 2025

Chloe Wilson started her career in public service while finishing her senior year at Rice University, as an intern and then field organizer on the Todd Litton for TX-02 in 2018. After graduation, she worked as Field Director on an At Large City Council campaign in Houston (2019), followed by Campaign Manager for a Harris County Commissioner's seat (2020). After a brief stint working for a Houston based fundraising firm, Chloe moved to Arizona, to work for Senator Mark Kelly's re-election campaign (2022). She is now pursuing her Master's in Public Policy at Arizona State University as a Marvin Andrews Fellow, in addition to serving as National Finance Advisor to Senator Kelly.

Zach Hill

Alumnus: UC San Diego
Degree: B.A. in Sociology and Linguistics
MPA Class of 2025

A native Californian, Zach earned his B.A. in Sociology and Linguistics from UC San Diego and is now pursuing a Master's in Public Administration. Driven by a commitment to social justice and sustainability, Zach spent many years as an activist and student leader before relocating to Arizona to further his education. His dedication to achieving social change inspired him to pursue a career in local government management. Zach is currently working as a Management Intern for the City of Phoenix, where he is gaining valuable insight into the operations of municipal governance. He hopes to apply his experience as a Marvin Andrews Fellow toward a career focused on making our communities safer, greener, and more equitable for all.re]

Chloe Baldwin

Alumnus: University of Arkansas
Degree: BSW Bachelor of Social Work
Master's of Public Administration 

LaTisha Gilmore

Alumnus: Northern Arizona University
Degree: BS Criminology and Criminal Justice
Master's of Public Administration 

Madalaine McConville

Alumnus: University of Wisconsin-Stout
Degrees: BS Applied Social Science, History, and Political Science
Master's of Public Policy 

Quote: “The Marvin Andrews Fellowship was instrumental in helping me find my path in public service and making a real impact in local government. It opened doors to a fulfilling career in public service, where I get to help people and our communities every day. To future fellows, take advantage of every opportunity! There’s a network of alumni and local government professionals eager to support you on this journey.”

Brock Schroeder

Alumnus: Northern Arizona University
Degrees: BA Anthropology and BS Political Science
Master's of Public Administration 

Regan Jepson
Alumnus: University of Arizona
Degree: B.S. Public Health
Master's of Public Administration

James Johnson
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.A. Urban and Metropolitan Studies
Master's of Public Administration

Trey Nilles
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.S. Finance
Master's of Public Administration 

Aneyssa Romo
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.S., Public Service & Public Policy
Master's of Public Administration

Rachel Butler
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.A. Sustainability
Master's of Public Administration 

Alison Matthees
Alumnus: College of St. Benedict
Degree: B.A. Economics
Master's of Public Administration 

Taylor Reimann
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.A. Sustainability
Master's of Public Administration 

Aaron Robinson
Alumnus: Arizona State University
Degree: B.A. Criminal Justice/Political Science
Master's of Public Administration 

Kristen Dorman
 

Blaise Caudill
 

Dominic DeCono
 

Dorian Sanchez-Sackley
 

Matthew Behunin
Quote: "I am so grateful for all the city leaders who make the Marvin Andrews Fellowship possible. Their guidance, mentoring, expertise, and insights, both as professors and internship coordinators, set me on the path to lead in local government with confidence. The program is truly a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world application. I am excited to see where future fellows and the growing alumni community take this innovative, cutting-edge program."

Jacob Meshke
 

Dominic Papa
 

Niel Curley

Quote: "The Fellowships have the great fortune to have an engaged alumni network and local managers that make investing in the next generation of public servants a priority. One of the ways that fellows are able to benefit from this is through their mentor relationships. During my time as a Marvin Andrews Fellow I was able learn a great deal from my mentor and the practicing managers that gave guest lectures. The relationships built while a Fellow have helped me throughout my career, and also inspire me to continue the tradition of sharing knowledge with those starting their careers."
 

Emma Jurado
 

Pam Davis 
Quote: "The local government management profession needs more big-brained and warm-hearted people from diverse backgrounds to serve their communities. The fellowship provides all of the ingredients needed to craft a dynamic career in public service."

Aaron Adams
Quote: "I am so grateful to have been a Marvin Andrews Fellow. During my time as a fellow, I had courses that laid a foundation in local government, an internship that reinforced practical application of my time in the classroom, and networking that helped my career take off. My goal was to become a city manager, and my experience as a Marvin Andrews Fellow was a critical piece of achieving that career goal."

Robert Baer
 

Somone Denmon
 

Stacy Hettmansperger
Quote: "Be curious and prioritize tours and ride-along experiences with service departments. The most invaluable management internship experience not only provides exposure to city management functions, but an understanding for how city services are delivered."

Edith Baltierrez

Benjamin Bitter
Quote: "A lot of people say that breaking into local government is a hard thing to do -- probably because it is the best place to truly provide public service! The Marvin Andrews Fellowship removed all of those hurdles for me, and provided me with direct and continuous access to some of the country's best city managers. The ASU MPA program equips its students with all of the necessary skills, experiences, and abilities to have a meaningful career in local government management!"