Carissa Slotterback Named Dean of ASU’s Watts College: What It Means for Public Administration Education

Carrie Hirsch holds a bachelor’s degree in urban studies and a master’s in public administration. With experience in municipal government and nonprofit management, she has led community planning initiatives and policy development projects to improve public services and foster equitable growth. When she’s not diving into policy work, Carrie enjoys gardening, playing tennis with friends, and spending time with her golden retriever, Max. She also loves family movie nights with her two teenage sons and husband. As a contributor to PublicAdministrationPolicy.org, Carrie blends her professional expertise with her passion for helping others explore meaningful educational and career pathways.