Academic Services
Advisement
One of the key aspects of the graduate school experience is the advisement process in which faculty and staff assist students in the development of a plan of study that helps them achieve their academic and career goals. There are two sources of advisement for students: administrators and faculty advisors.
Administrators
Administrators hold walk-in hours during the fall and spring semesters in order to assist students with advisement issues. Appointments outside of walk-in hours can be made throughout the year.
Fall 2009 walk-in hours will begin the week of September 14, 2009.
Students should contact an administrator based on their program of study:
- MPA-Health
Diana Beck
Assistant Director, Health and Doctoral Programs
212.998.7529
diana.beck@nyu.edu
Mondays 3:00-6:00 pm
- MPA-PNP (last name A-L)
- MUP
Debra Cabrera
Director, Student Services
212.998.7476
debra.cabrera@nyu.edu
Mondays 3:00-6:00 pm
- MPA-PNP (last name M-Z)
- MPA and MUP - all international specializations
Katty Jones
Director, Program Services
212.998.7411
katty.jones@nyu.edu
Mondays 3:00-6:00 pm
- Executive MPA
Gaby Schoenfeld
Assistant Director, Executive MPA and MPA-MA
212.992.8717
gaby.schoenfeld@nyu.edu
Tuesdays 3:00-6:00 pm
- Dual Degrees
Administrator based on program
Administrators are the first point of contact for students seeking assistance in the following areas:
selecting and registering for courses
waiving core courses
tutoring
addressing concerns about academic progress
changing majors, specializations, or advisors
course audits
resolving "incomplete" grades
ensuring that all degree requirements are being met
Faculty Advisors
A faculty member is assigned to each student admitted to the Wagner School. Faculty advisors speak with students about career objectives and about how students can shape their programs of study at the Wagner School to meet these objectives. Faculty advisors help students select their elective courses in concentrated areas and in line with professional aspirations. Faculty are often able to identify specific courses that match students' interests and goals. Students should schedule appointments with their faculty advisors and are encouraged to seek out advice from all faculty and staff. Students are also encouraged to consult the Office of Career Services for career advisement.
