Charlene Hudson, M.P.A.
Area(s) of Expertise: Public Administration, Nonprofit Organizations, U.S. Government, State and Local Government
Overview
Charlene Hudson earned an A.A. in History at Gainesville College, B.S. in Political Science at North Georgia College and an M.P.A. degree at North Georgia College & State University, now known as the University of North Georgia (91ÁÔÆæ). She has been employed at 91ÁÔÆæ since 1992 and has experienced many different roles within the university system.
Before entering her career of teaching, Ms. Hudson began her time with North Georgia College helping to develop the Graduate Department of Physical Therapy. She spent several years as an admissions advisor to the graduate program before becoming the special projects manager and grant writer for the Department of Physical Therapy. She has been a consultant on multiple community service projects and grant writing for the past 25 years at the local, state, national and international level.
Ms. Hudson spends her time teaching, researching, and mentoring students. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her son; they are often found at the karate dojo or volunteering with many community service projects in our area.
Courses Taught
Political Science
- POLS 1101 - Introduction to American Government
- POLS 2012 - Introduction to Public Policy and Public Administration
- POLS 2201 - Introduction to State and Local Government
- POLS 2401 - Introduction to Global Issues
Other
- DVRS 1502 - Introduction to Diversity Issues
- GSCE 1101 - Gainesville State College Experience Course
Education
- M.P.A., Public Administration, University of North Georgia
- B.S., Political Science, University of North Georgia
- A.A., History, University of North Georgia
Research/Special Interests
Public Administration, Political/Civic Engagement, Diversity Studies, Civil Liberties and Civil Rights