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Cohort 5

Jurisdiction: Rockingham County

University: UNC-Chapel Hill

Hometown: Stoneville, NC

Kirsten Tucker is serving her fellowship in Rockingham County. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with bachelor’s degrees in political science and public policy, and a minor in social and economic justice. During her Public Policy capstone, Tucker worked with the North Carolina Pandemic Recovery Office, conducting policy research and working with government officials to strengthen North Carolina post-COVID-19.

July 13, 2026

We have been delighted to have Lead for NC Fellow Grace Berry on staff at CPRC the past year. In this blog post, Grace reflects on the experiences she’s had…

March 2, 2026

Hyde County is launching a Citizens Academy, a free educational program designed by local governments to teach citizens how their local government operates. The academy has three main goals: to…

January 15, 2026

Maria Cuenca-Romero is driven by a genuine desire to give back, turning her passion for public service into meaningful change for the communities she serves. After attaining a bachelor’s degree…

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