Who I am

I am a Ph.D. candidate and Graduate Research Assistant in the School of Public Affairs at Arizona State University, where I have been honing my expertise in public administration and policy since 2021. My academic foundation was laid at the University of Ghana, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with an Archaeology minor in 2014 and a Master of Philosophy in Public Administration in 2018. With research interests that span digital governance and collaborative governance, civic engagement, and public-private partnerships, I have developed a robust portfolio of research and teaching experiences. As a research assistant at ASU’s Center of Technology, Data, and Society, I have assisted in pivotal research projects, including an initiative to promote digital equity in Tempe, Arizona.

I have a broad background as a teaching and research assistant at the University of Ghana, where I facilitated student learning and contributed to the academic discourse through seminars and course material development. My scholarship is reflected in my scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters, covering topics such as COVID-19 mitigation strategies, public-private partnership challenges, and the digitization of revenue collection. I have also presented my research findings at various conferences, showcasing my commitment to advancing policy understanding and implementation.

My professional memberships with the American Society for Public Administration, the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management, and the Midwest Political Science Association reflect my engagement with the broader policy analysis community. I am a promising scholar in public administration, whose work is characterized by a passion for enhancing governance through innovative partnerships and technology. My academic, research, and professional experiences collectively contribute my dedication and forward-thinking contribution to the field of public administration and policy.