jwood

Hi all. I'm new to this site and thread. I got accepted to NPSIA a couple weeks ago with my top specialization (IDP) and some generous scholarships and a TA offer. Honestly cannot recall the acceptance process but I do know I was stressed when my status was not changing lol Doing an honours degree with thesis in political science (concentration in IR), minor in public policy and governance from StFX in Nova Scotia. GPA has been around 3.7 I have very little government work experience but worked last summer for the Govt of PEI. I also do RA work for a professor. Extracurriculars included multiple exec positions on societies and other basic volunteering. My references were strong as they came from the prof I do RA work for who is also my thesis advisor. The other came from a prof who I have a really good connection with. Also applied and was accepted to Carleton's MPPA program first but have ultimately decided on NPSIA. I'm moving to Ottawa from the east coast with a friend but have very little knowledge about the area. Would love any advice and just general contact with others in the program. Best of luck everyone and feel free to reach out! I would love to get to know some people before I arrive!