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A pathway toward activating social equity in public administration education from the bottom up: The case of the energy and environmental justice educational and advocacy program
Fatemi, Mohsen S.
Fatemi, Mohsen S.
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Social equity is a core principle in public administration, yet its practical application has often lagged behind significant theoretical advancements. This article addresses that gap in doctoral education programs, exploring how bottom-up, student-led experiential learning (BUSLEL) can serve as a pathway to activate social equity (ASE) in public administration education. The Energy and Environmental Justice Educational and Advocacy Program (EEJEAP) exemplifies how such initiatives can complement traditional top-down methods and help bridge the gap between theory and practice. EEJEAP engages students in studying the administrative burdens faced by low-income households seeking energy assistance in Douglas County, Kansas. This program not only provides students with hands-on research opportunities and fosters personal and professional growth but also demonstrates the potential of BUSLEL models to enhance public administration curricula. EEJEAP makes a meaningful contribution to ASE efforts in public administration doctoral education by equipping students to navigate complex equity challenges.
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These are the slides from a presentation given at the 2025 NASPAA Global Conference held in Flagstaff, Arizona on 10/09/2025.
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2025-10-09
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University of Kansas
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