In February, Team MPPAL proudly brought home the Bronze medal for York University at the CAPPA-IPAC Annual National Public Administration Case Competition! This marks a historic achievement for the MPPAL program, marking our first-ever placement in the top three. The competition was a rigorous challenge that tested our teamwork, strategic thinking, and ability to tackle complex, real-world policy issues. It required deep collaboration, critical analysis, and a comprehensive approach, pushing us to grow both as individuals and as a cohesive team. Our great chemistry played a crucial role in our success, allowing us to stand out and work together seamlessly under pressure. We are incredibly grateful for our dedicated coach, whose guidance and unwavering support pushed us to our limits. Professor Ian Roberge’s clear insights, valuable feedback, and encouragement were instrumental at every step of the way, helping us refine our approach and elevate our performance. A huge thank you to the entire School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA) community, including its amazing alumni and faculty. We deeply appreciate the time they dedicated to listening to our dry runs and offering thoughtful advice that helped shape our success. This experience has been a rewarding and transformative journey, and we are proud of what we’ve accomplished together. Regardless of the outcome, we’ve gained invaluable insights and forged lasting bonds. We’re excited to teach future York teams what we’ve learned and continue to share in this incredible journey.