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Student Spotlight: Julia Delgado (MPA-PNP 2026)… Julia Delgado (MPA-PNP 2026), Wagner Womxn mentorship co-chair Could you … the beginning of my career, I knew I wanted to work in the social impact space, designing programs and creating … in ways that aligned with my evolving role in social innovation. Since joining Wagner, my decision has only been …
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SI3 Student + Alumni Speed Networking… By Loren Sass (MPA 2025) and the SIIA Board On December 1, 2023, the Social Innovation & Investment Alliance (SIIA) graduate student …
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Advocacy & Political Action Specialization… Mobilize communities and coalitions to advocate for social change. … paths that can provide a strong foundation in policy and social justice. For those looking to specialize, NYU Wagner’s MPA concentration in advocacy and political action offers … shaping public policy, organizing campaigns, and driving social change. Graduates may work as community organizers, …
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Alumni Spotlight: Lilian Liu (MPA 2015)… Programs connected with Wagner alumna, Lilian Liu (MPA 2015) . Where do you work? Describe your current job. I … to play in ensuring that we address our environmental and social crises. I have been focused on driving positive change … Alumni Spotlight: Lilian Liu (MPA 2015) …
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Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation… This course provides an in-depth exploration of social entrepreneurship and innovation as a set of promising pathways to drive social change across sectors using a systems-led approach. … Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation …Stories
Alumni Spotlight: Nikhel Taurani (MPA 2022)… Nikhel reflects on his experience with Wagner’s MPA, Health Policy and Management program as well as his new … while developing novel medicine is critical in terms of innovation, accessibility and affordability plays an equally … Team, and my team and I were responsible for searching social enterprises that focused on innovative early-stage …
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David Bohnett Public Service Fellowship… summer stipend and internship opportunity for two incoming MPA or MUP students each academic year. Bohnett Fellows … working for municipal governments to solve our most urgent social issues. Highly articulate in both speaking and … the David Bohnett Foundation is to improve society through social activism. David Bohnett is a philanthropist and …
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Hewett Chiu… scholars on integrating clinical, community, and social care. Hewett Chiu focuses on driving health systems … approach to integrate clinical care with wraparound social services in addressing social determinants of health … received his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and his MPA in Health Law & Finance from New York University. He has …
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Jennifer Curry (MPA 2007) on helping social impact organizations advance equity… Jennifer Curry, EdD, founded Change Impact in 2017 to help social impact organizations achieve results and advance … Jennifer Curry, EdD, founded Change Impact in 2017 to help social impact organizations achieve results and advance … Jennifer Curry (MPA 2007) on helping social impact organizations advance …
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First-gen MPA student brings passion for positive change back to her roots… your neighbor, and to this world,” says Tracy Jo Ingram (MPA Candidate 2019). A native of Louisville, Tracy has … from all 120 counties. As Program Director and Director of Social Responsibility, she directed and developed civic … Tracy Jo Ingram (MPA Candidate 2019) …
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Student Spotlight: Bryan Matthew (MPA-PNP 2025)… Bryan Matthew (MPA-PNP 2025), chair, Wagner Black Student Association (BSA) … with a dual bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and social work. Helping and serving others has been my calling … is to provide various support mechanisms and increase social networks for BIPOC students at Wagner. We bring our …
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Alumni Spotlight: Arden Levine (MPA-PNP 2006)… Arden Levine (MPA-PNP 2006), chief strategy officer, NYC Department of … York City into beautiful, modern apartments with on-site social services for unhoused and vulnerable individuals. This … analysis, dialogue, and second-guessing. If the paths to social justice and housing equity were an easy walk, we would …
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Student Spotlight: Praewa (Wawa) Kulatnam (MPA-HPAM 2025)… Praewa (Wawa) Kulatnam (MPA-HPAM 2025) What inspired you to pursue a healthcare … insights into the intersection of policy, management, and social justice, which is crucial for addressing health … learning, and then COVID-19 triggered me to go bigger into social media, where I also found out there are more and more …
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Royce Nitta… of business strategy, human-centered design, and social innovation. In my role, I oversee the development and … biggest differences I see between a Wagner grad and other MPA grads is that we have a breadth of knowledge and skills …
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Alumni Spotlight: Ali Knight (MPA 2007)… When Ali Knight (MPA 2007) stepped into the role of CEO at Fresh Lifelines for … in doing what is right, and balancing the urgency of social problems with the need for long-term solutions. This … our present historical moment has necessitated a focus on innovation and responsiveness, Knight is excited to use this …
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Financial Management and Public Finance… Students who pursue an MPA in Finance will take courses centered on microeconomics, … non-profits, international organizations, and corporate social responsibility departments. … Program Overview An MPA-PNP degree with a specialization in Financial Management … set of skills that enable you to make a difference. Our MPA graduates harness these areas of expertise to tackle …
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MPA Student's Encounter with the Former President of Planned Parenthood… By Zak Hill-Whilton (MPA-PNP) Having arrived late to microeconomics several weeks … Cecile spoke with encyclopedic knowledge about hot-button social issues like the gender wage gap (spoiler: women get … students, alumni, and faculty dedicating their careers to social justice. She emphasized doing the kind of job that …
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PNP - SI3 - Checksheet… MPA-PNP: SOCIAL IMPACT, INNOVATION, and INVESTMENT (SIII) I. DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS … AND CAP-GP 3302 (Spring) Capstone: Advanced Lab in Social Innovation I &II CORE-GP: 1011, 1018, 1020, 1021, 1022; AND … you may also choose electives across focus areas. Social Enterprise Courses cover the pursuit of social impact …
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#MyWagnerLife: María Paz Hermosilla (MPA-PNP)… 2015 . @mphermosilla : What do plan to do with your #MPA degree, or where do you see yourself long-term in your … 4, 2015 @nyuwagner I want to work on public reform & innovation projects in Chile, or run a non-profit that … (@mphermosilla) March 4, 2015 Diana created her social venture @OptimistaCOL semi finalist in …
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NYU Wagner and Law Professors Recognized for their Collaboration in Impact Finance… Impact Investment Fund. He also directs the school’s MPA specialization in Social Innovation & Investment Initiative, a central hub and …
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#MyWagnerLife: Ashley Putnam (MPA-PNP)… Friday class "The Intersection of Operations and Policy." #mpa #mywagnerlife pic.twitter.com/XOAlLkcssb — Ashley Putnam … Manager. I manage publications, promotions, and social media @NYUBridge — Ashley Putnam (@AshleyAPutnam) … @nyuwagner I also have to say, the city is full of #innovation both in policy and #nonprofit . You meet …