ASPA Research Symposium 2026
Building a Bridge to Renewal and Resilience

April 3, 2026

The Hampton Roads Chapter of the of the American Society for Public Administration (HR-ASPA), in partnership with the Norfolk State University Political Science Department,

Proudly presents the 2026 Annual Research Symposium.

This year's symposium explores how public administrators, scholars and community leaders can strengthen democratic institutions, foster cross-sector collaboration and build resilient public systems in challenging times.

Topics include

• Managing Public Service Programs in Challenging Times
• Equity and Resilience
• Public/Private Partnerships
• Citizen Engagement
• Democracy & the U.S. Constitution

When: April 3, 2026

•            8:30–9 a.m. – Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Registration
•            9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. – Research Sessions & Lunch

Where: Student Center, Room 138C 

• Register here. 
• Click to download the pdf flyer