(4/15) - The take home final exam is now posted.  It is due in my mailbox by 5:00 PM on Friday May 2, 2008.  Be sure to sign and attach the honor pledge. 

(4/7) - Next week (4/15) your grant proposals and group presentations are due.  Your presentations should be professional and will be limited to 10 minutes.  I will keep the copy of the proposal that you turn in so be sure to make yourselves a copy.  I will provide written feedback on the grant proposal and presentation with your grades. 

(4/2) - Next week (4/8) we will discuss the readings on communication and conflict.  Your memos on Case #8 on Columbine are also due.  Remember that your grant proposals and presentations are due on 4/15.  Make an appointment if you want to discuss your drafts or look at old proposals for formatting ideas. 

(12/20) - Welcome to PLS 500 - Managing Public & Nonprofit Organizations.  I will periodically post reminders and announcements so you should check the website frequently.  The syllabus for this class can be viewed on the website or can be downloaded for printing by clicking here.  You should view the course schedule for dates that readings and assignments are due.  Please check the class web site and your email frequently as the course schedule may change.

(12/20) - Since this class involves a lot of writing, I advise you read this recent article in the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management (JPAM) that has a number of useful writing tips (Download).