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Jennifer Curry (MPA 2007) on helping social impact organizations advance equity… in nonprofit management and a doctorate in education leadership from New York University. She was named a 2018 …
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NYU Wagner Introduces New Specialization in Social Impact, Innovation, and InvestmentAs today’s global challenges become increasingly complex, the need for innovative, sustainable solutions has never been more glaring. Given the world’s population growth, inequitable distribution of essential resources, and exacerbating poverty and …
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Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA)… decisions grounded in data, tailored specifically for public and nonprofit sectors where every dollar and data … Students work with their advisors to develop a customized … (60%) of credits consists of elective courses, allowing students to focus on specific topics or skill sets. Students …
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Andrea Armeni… School of Public Service. He also serves as the MPA/MBA Faculty Director, as co-director of the joint NYU Stern and … Excellence from the Financial Times and the Impact Finance Faculty Consortium. He holds a B.A. in analytic philosophy, …
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Shantae EdwardsShantae J. Edwards is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service at NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. As a social entrepreneur, empowerment speaker and impact coach for the last 11 years, Shantae J. is committed to …
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A School-Randomized Clinical Trial of an Integrated Social-Emotional Learning and Literacy Intervention: Impacts on Third-Grade OutcomesObjective: To report experimental impacts of a universal, integrated school-based intervention in social–emotional learning and literacy development on change over 1 school year in 3rd-grade children's social–emotional, behavioral, and academic outcomes. …
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Shalane YuenShalane Yuen is a global social impact leader whose work spans multiple continents and cultures. As the Founding Managing Director of the Trevor Noah Foundation , a South African-based nonprofit focused on enhancing equitable access to quality education, …
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Two-Year Impacts of a Universal School-Based Social-Emotional and Literacy Intervention: An Experiment in Translational Developmental ResearchThis study contributes to ongoing scholarship at the nexus of translational research, education reform, and the developmental and prevention sciences. It reports 2-year experimental impacts of a universal, integrated school-based intervention in …
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Social Impact, Innovation, and Investment students use team-generated Capstone option to launch startup ideasWhile NYU Wagner’s Capstone program has traditionally focused on a direct client project, one of the newer Master of Public Administration specializations has provided students with a chance to take an entrepreneurial approach to the crowning piece of …
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Financial Management and Public FinanceExplore economic principles and how they influence financial decisions. You'll analyze market trends, evaluate economic policies, and apply economic theories to real-world …
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Rebecca DuaneRebecca (Becky) Duane is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and developed ‘Data and AI Strategies for Social Impact Organizations’. She is passionate about using data and technology to catalyze social …
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Chidegar LibertyChid Liberty is an award-winning social entrepreneur and impact investor. In 2010 he co-founded Liberty & Justice after a career in entertainment, technology, and finance. Chid was born in Liberia, West Africa, but left as an infant when his father became …
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Dana KochnowerDana Kochnower is a purpose-driven leader with over 20 years of experience in public policy, climate risk communication, and journalism. Known for her ability to bridge technical expertise with actionable solutions, Dana specializes in crafting strategies …
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PADM-GP.2184
Community Based Participatory Action ResearchThis is an introductory course for students who want to better understand theories, principles, and methods of community-based participatory action research (CBPAR), which is research done with communities and community partners. CBPAR is a means for …Webpage
Admissions Events RecordingsPAST EVENTS View recordings of past events and webinars to know more about NYU Wagner. Health Programs Info Session: HPAM & Online MHA February 17, 2026 5:00pm-6:00pm Virtual Event NYU Wagner offers two graduate programs focusing on Healthcare Policy and …
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Scott MartinScott B. Martin (Ph.D., Columbia University) has taught regularly in the New School’s Graduate Program in International Affairs program since 2005 as well as in the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University since 1998. He has held …
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Mobile Home Developments: Impact on Local TreasuryThe article focuses on the impact on local treasury of mobile home developments. The impact on the local public treasury of the parks in which most newly constructed mobile homes are located is as important to the discussion of the mobile home as a …
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UPADM-GP.140
The Economics of Public PolicyThe Economics of Public Policy analyzes the impact of public policy on the allocation of resources and the distribution of income in the economy. In this course, you will learn how to use the tools of microeconomics and empirical analysis to answer these …Capstone Projects
Bridging the Racial Wealth Gap Through Impact InvestingBlack families and communities in New York City have been left behind due to systemic racism and exploitative economic policies that have created a vast and persistent racial wealth gap. Hiring and wage discrimination, segregation, redlining, and myriad …
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Master's Degree in Urban Planning… Yes, we offer a number of merit-based scholarships at NYU Wagner. All part-time and full-time … NYU Wagner offers merit-based scholarships for both part-time and full-time students in … federal loan programs and merit-based fellowships, scholarships, and assistantships. …
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Chong-Lim LeeChong-Lim Lee is the Senior Director for Programs at Synergos, a global network building trust and collaboration to address complex issues of poverty, social injustice, and climate change. Chong-Lim helps establish and grow in-country programs for …
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PADM-GP.4320
Environmental, Social, Governance InvestingThe most common Mission-Related Investment (MRI) approaches include socially responsible investing (SRI), and environmental, social, and governance (ESG). While private investments generally account for 20% of an institutional investment portfolio, public …News
Student Spotlight: Janani Venkataramanan (MPA-PNP 2026)Janani Venkataramanan (MPA-PNP 2026), Co-Chair of Wagner Climate Action (WCA) Janani Venkataramanan is a second-year MPA student specializing in Public Policy Analysis, where she bridges the gap between food policy, animal welfare, and climate action. A …
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The Impact of the Transition to High School on the Self-System and Perceived Social Context of Poor Urban YouthSeidman, E., Aber, J.L., Allen, L. & French, S.E. …