Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Alexandra Hardin is a Master of Public Administration student at the University of Georgia. A native of Athens, Alex earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in International Affairs from UGA in 2022. She is a public servant with professional experience in both public and private sectors, currently living in Atlanta and serving at the Georgia Secretary of State’s office.

During her undergraduate years, Alex was actively involved in Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, serving as the Philanthropy Chair, and in Delta Zeta Sorority, completing over 240 hours of community service.

Alex is pursuing her MPA to deepen her expertise in public policy, governance, and organizational leadership. She thrives on challenges and seeks opportunities to contribute to meaningful change. Outside of work and academics, she enjoys staying active through exercise classes, attending concerts and music festivals, hiking, traveling, and cheering on Atlanta or UGA sports. Alex can also be found with her black lab/border collie named Shiloh, and has endless photos of her to share.

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