This past week, the Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP) proudly celebrated the graduation of several interns, fellows, and research and graduate assistants who have contributed meaningfully to our work.
The festivities were part of UConn’s broader commencement celebrations, including the School of Public Policy’s (SPP) graduation ceremony, held near the Hartford campus. Friends, family, faculty, and staff lined Front Street to cheer on SPP graduates as they processed from the Hartford Times building to Infinity Hall, led by the vibrant drum line of Hartford’s Proud.
Inside Infinity Hall, graduates were welcomed by Dr. Angela Eikenberry, Director of the School of Public Policy. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong delivered an inspiring keynote address, marking the occasion with thoughtful remarks on public service and civic leadership.
Among the IMRP-affiliated graduates this year are:
Matthew Hono, Master of Public Policy (MPP) graduate and recipient of the MPP Academic Excellence Award. Matt supports the Connecticut Sentencing Commission and has been developing a behavioral health diversionary resource guide to be published on the Commission’s website.
Chenoa Greenlee, who works with the Connecticut Sentencing Commission, and Kate Mazzotta, an intern with the CT Children with Incarcerated Parents Initiative and other IMRP projects, both earned their Master of Social Work (MSW) degrees from the UConn School of Social Work.
Irina Ahmed, who supported the International Justice Exchange’s groundbreaking collaboration with Amend, celebrated her graduation with a Master’s in Human Rights from UConn’s Gladstein Family Human Rights Institute.
Ayla Fidel (Wesleyan University), a contributor to the International Justice Exchange, and Justin Guinta (UConn), who conducted an independent research project under the guidance of IMRP Director of Research Dr. Vaughn Crichlow, both earned their undergraduate degrees.
Skylar Seabert, Justice David Borden Research and Policy Fellow with the Sentencing Commission, received her Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law.
We are proud of each graduate’s accomplishments and honored to have played a role in their professional journeys. Many continue their work with the IMRP, and we look forward to welcoming new students in the months ahead. For those interested in joining us, please visit our Work With Us page to explore current and upcoming opportunities.
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
We celebrate your achievements and are excited to see the positive change you’ll bring to public policy and beyond. Whether you remain with us or pursue new endeavors, you will always be part of the IMRP family.
Onwards!