Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Anna Claire West is a dedicated laboratory scientist with background in both the natural sciences and public administration. With strong experience in implementing EPA and EPD environmental regulations and initiatives related to water quality, she has contributed to the betterment of public health across the southeastern United States. Before beginning her Master of Public Administration studies at the University of Georgia, she completed a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Science and a minor in French as well as a Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology and a minor in Environmental Studies at Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina. She is eager to build a stronger understanding of public administration, specifically as it pertains to local government, and intends to leverage her skills in environmental monitoring and public safety to enhance local initiatives. She has called Gwinnett County, Georgia, home for over 20 years and aims to commit to public service for the benefit of her community.