Elizabeth Roe '02

Assistant Director of State Government Affairs
Government and Professional Affairs Office of the American Academy of Physician Assistants*

Elizabeth Roe tracks legislation affecting physician assistants in all 50 states, and assists state chapters that need materials and legislative support on initiatives in their state legislatures. Additionally, she researches state law affecting the physician assistant profession beyond its scope of practice laws, and works with the reimbursement and professional practice offices to educate healthcare professionals about PA practice.

"My graduate education at Grand Valley State University has enhanced my career in public administration in a number of ways. Not only did I have a chance to learn from some of the brightest minds in this field, but the classes and seminars explored areas I had never even thought of considering prior to attending graduate school. I was able to meet other students who worked within several areas of government, and their experiences enabled me to understand not only their particular areas of expertise, but how my own career fit into the whole spectrum of public administration. Instead of watching policy being made, I am now taking an active role in making it happen!"

* Organization affiliations are provided for identification purposes only. All statements are the personal opinions of the individuals and do not reflect an organizational endorsement of GVSU or its MPA program.