Center for Public Policy & Administration

Policy Research Contacts

		Jennifer L. Robinson, MPA Associate Director 801-581-3009 Ms. Robinson, Associate Director, oversees the policy research for CPPA. Her own expertise is in the areas of American government, governance, public administration, and political participation. Expertise: American government, elections, American Indian politics, governance, public administration, and public policy.

		Cathy Chambless Ph.D. Research Associate 801-585-0371 Cathy joined the CPPA staff in the Fall of 2006 where she currently directs a project under contract with the Social Security Administration (Utah SSDI ‘1 for 2’ Project) that is investigating work behavior of individuals who receive disability benefits. She teaches part time for the Rehabilitation Counseling master’s program at Utah State University and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). Cathy worked for Utah State government for over 30 years directing numerous disability-related projects and working as a vocational rehabilitation counselor. Cathy has a Ph.D. in Educational Administration, a Master’s in Public Administration and a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Utah. Her B.A. degree is from the University of Santa Clara.

		Sara McCormick, MPA Project Specialist 801-585-7764 Sara McCormick's focus is on human services and intergovernmental relations. In addition, she has expertise in project implementation and management. Expertise: Health policy, disability policy, and intergovernmental relations.

		Tricia Jack, MPA Research Associate 801-585-7722 Tricia Jack's most recent policy research has included a wide range of areas such as nuclear waste, health policy and social services. Her background is in training and organizational development and she works mainly on CPPA's outreach efforts. Expertise: Public administration, training and development.

		Angie Stefaniak, MPA Program Manager 801-585-7834 Angie Stefaniak is the program manager for the Master of Public Policy program. Angie also researches, writes and presents on multigenerational workforce issues in public agencies. Expertise: multigenerational workforce, public administration, and public policy.

		Megan Crowley Technologist 801-585-5899 With a background in web technologies, Megan is the Production Editor for Policy Perspectives and manages CPPA and partners' web sites, and technologies such as online communities, online surveys, and online registration services. Megan focuses her research on eGovernance and eGovernment. Expertise: technology and government.