Lead From Anywhere UVA Batten Appoints Professor Christine Mahoney as Chief Innovation Officer UVA Batten has appointed Christine Mahoney, professor of public policy and politics, as its first Chief Innovation Officer. A seasoned entrepreneur, Mahoney launched Social Entrepreneurship at UVA (SE@UVA), which introduced new courses on social entrepreneurship, a minor, a concept competition and scholarships to work with social enterprises. She also hosts a variety of student activities that provide hands-on experiences in social innovation. “Christine’s vision and strategic approach will be invaluable as we continue to foster innovation, strengthen our relationships across the University, and create lasting impact in the communities we serve," said Batten Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Eileen Chou. The announcement comes on the heels of UVA’s Fall Entrepreneurship Week, with multiple events bringing together the entrepreneurial community of the University and the greater Charlottesville area. A highlight among the week’s events was the ribbon-cutting on the University’s new entrepreneurship house, The Foundry, a unique hub that will provide UVA students with space to gather, work together on entrepreneurial challenges and exchange resources. Read the press advisory Batten Academic Offerings Discover Your Policy Path GRADUATE PROGRAMS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS BATTEN X GRADUATE PROGRAMS Graduate Programs At Batten, we're defining a new model of public policy education. Our Master of Public Policy degree offers more than the typical policy research and data analysis education found at other public policy schools. We focus on the result of policy — solving society’s most pressing problems. We stand distinguished by teaching and cultivating effective, value-based leadership so our graduates can make significant strides toward becoming the dynamic leaders the world demands. Master of Public Policy Accelerated Master of Public Policy Dual Degrees Graduate Certificates UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Undergraduate Programs A Batten public policy degree is a multidimensional asset that allows you to turn your passion for serving the greater good into real and lasting change. We seek to cultivate ethical, enlightened policy leaders who exemplify excellence and lead with curiosity, humility, and purpose. We stand distinguished by teaching and fostering effective, value-based leadership. Our graduates aren’t just earning a degree in public policy -- they’re transforming the future of public policy leadership. Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Leadership Minor in Public Policy and Leadership Minor in Social Entrepreneurship BATTEN X Batten X As the landscape of public policy evolves, so must those who strive to influence it. Our Batten X executive education programs facilitate exactly that: growth, cross-sector collaboration, and critical self-analysis at every career level. We stand distinguished by committing to a hyper-focus on value-centered leadership that's designed to challenge assumptions, sharpen capabilities, and induce transformative, tangible results. Learn More Batten Research & News See the Latest Featured Research Potter to Lead New National Security Data and Policy Institute Learn more News Nov 04, 2024 Hoos Vote: Getting Students Ready for Election Day Nov 01, 2024 From the Pandemic, a Phenomenon That’s Here to Stay Oct 31, 2024 UVA Batten Hosts Panel on Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan Oct 30, 2024 Local Official Becomes Champion of Democracy: “I Did My Job” Oct 29, 2024 Bassok Wins Award to Study Childcare Access Oct 28, 2024 Broadening Leadership Skills a Focus of FEI and UVA Batten Oct 24, 2024 Thriving During Election Season: Engaging in Conversations Across Difference See all news Many backgrounds. One ethos. We strive to be a community that exemplifies equality and tolerance; where inclusion is a given and public service is an expectation. Learn more