Amanda G. Hyatt Fellowship for Urban Policy Studies
Amanda G. Hyatt had a genuine passion for helping people. Among Amanda's many exceptional qualities are two that particularly stand out: leadership and a commitment to compassionate public service. The Amanda G. Hyatt Fellows program seeks to recognize and foster these qualities in students whose career commitment is public policy in the public interest.
When Amanda died in August 2001, she left a rich legacy of commitment, service, and determination that spanned the Atlanta metropolitan region. For over 25 years, Amanda was a leader in efforts to improve the quality of life for others. She manifested this most frequently in programs supporting job training and education. In all her endeavors, Amanda brought vision, determination and a spirit of cooperation.
Through her vision she participated in the formulation of sound public policies, and she fought for such policies even when some found them unpopular. Through her determination, policies became positive and meaningful programs and practices. And through her selflessness and her gift for bringing people together, cooperative and collaborative efforts produced far-reaching benefits for our region and beyond. She had an abiding faith in the power and responsibility of the nonprofit sector, and she was active in organizations that improved their capacity and leadership.
The Amanda G. Hyatt Fellows Program was created to recognize and support students who have a similar vision of public service in the public interest. It seeks to recognize candidates that have demonstrated leadership qualities and a strong, proven commitment to public service. Academic achievement, though an important measure of a candidate's qualifications, will not be the sole determinant. This fellowship is awarded at least biennially to a current or prospective student in the Master's Program in Urban Policy Studies.
- Amanda Hyatt Fellowship selection process
Candidates will complete and submit an application package addressing or including the items listed on this page.
- About the MS-UPS program
Short description of AYSPS, the MS-UPS degree, the PAUS Department and the Nonprofit Studies Program.
