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Laurence WadlerLaurence Wadler is the founder and manager of Precision Analytics Inc, a successful consulting practice specializing in the design and development of structured bond transactions and financing programs primarily for governmental and non-profit entities. …
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The Stafford Act: An Agenda for ReformThe Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (the Stafford Act) is the principal legislation governing the federal response to disasters within the United States. The act spells out - among other things - how disasters are declared, …
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Assessments of Residential and GPS Activity Space for Food Environments, Body Mass Index, and Blood Pressure Among Low-Income Housing Residents in New York CityK Tamura, B Elbel, JK Athens, P Rummo, B Chaix, SD Regan, Y Al-Ajlouni, DT Duncan …
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PADM-GP.2245
Financing Local Government in Developing CountriesMany developing countries have been significantly reforming the scope and organization of the public sector in recent years. This course critically examines the changing structures and operations of government fiscal systems in developing countries, with …Publication
The New York Transportation JournalIn this issue of the Journal , Bruce Schaller, a former Rudin Center Visiting Scholar and Practitioner, shares some astute observations on Mayor Bloomberg's recent announcement on congestion pricing and what it means for New York City. Also included are …
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UPADM-GP.101
The Politics of Public PolicyThis course provides an introduction to the political institutions and processes through which public policy is made and implemented in the United States (although the key concepts are applicable to other political systems as well). The course also …Faculty Profile
Karina ChristiansenDr. Karina Christiansen is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service at NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. She is a public health scholar, working at the intersection of health, violence, and social equity. She holds a …
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Bloomberg Innovation Delivery FellowshipOver half of the world’s population now lives in an urban area. Cities serve as hubs for invention, cultural exchange, education, and the arts, but also pose unique governance challenges. In 2011, Bloomberg Philanthropies launched a three-year, $24 …
Capstone Projects
Mount Sinai Hospital of QueensThe Resident completed a 12-month appointment working with the Chief Operating Officer of New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell. In this capacity, the Resident worked on numerous projects in support of major hospital initiatives. While serving as a valuable …
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Jerry SalamaJerry Salama develops and manages affordable commercial and residential projects in Harlem, including gut rehabilitation of occupied low-income housing with tax credits and new construction middle income-homeownership and rental housing. He is currently …
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Stonewall Policy AllianceMission The Stonewall Policy Alliance (SPA) increases the Wagner community’s knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer-identified (LGBTQ+) community. SPA does this by facilitating productive dialogue, …
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Registration ChecklistSummer 2026 Registration Information Registration for Summer 2026 begins on Monday, February 9 at 9:00am ET. Summer 2026 courses are viewable in the Albert Course Search as part of Academic Year 2025-2026. In order to be prepared for the start of …
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NYU Wagner Alumni Recognized as 2025 Black Trailblazers City & State ’s 2025 Black Trailblazers list recognizes influential Black leaders who are shaping New York’s political, social, and economic landscape. This year’s honorees include two NYU Wagner alumni whose work in public service and advocacy …
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MPA Alumna Annie Gurvis Receives 2023 NYC Hayes Innovation PrizeNYU Wagner alumna Annie Gurvis (MPA 2019) has been honored with the 2023 NYC Hayes Innovation Prize . This prestigious award celebrates the remarkable achievements of city government employees early in their careers, highlighting their pivotal role in …
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Merit-Based ScholarshipsNyu wagner merit scholarships We offer a number of competitive, merit-based scholarships to help you finance your degree. Approximately 60% of enrolling students are awarded scholarships. All full-time and part-time applicants are considered. Students …
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Bill de Blasio selected as 2023 Marnold Visiting Fellow at NYU WagnerBill de Blasio, the former mayor of New York City, will join New York University’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service as the 2023 Marnold Visiting Fellow. Arriving in January, he will give formal talks, engage directly with students, …
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Planning for an Uncertain Future: Can Multicriteria Analysis Support Better Decision Making in Climate Planning?The realities of climate change demand updated approaches and tools to support decision making. In this article, we examine the promise of an emerging tool, multicriteria analysis (MCA), in climate-change planning. We find that MCA has the potential to …
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PADM-GP.2147
Corporate Finance and Public PolicyThis course introduces students to the main areas of corporate finance and how they relate to policy issues and discussions. The course covers topics in the three main areas of corporate finance: 1) capital structure (financing choices), 2) valuation …Webpage
FELLOWSHIP FOR EMERGING LEADERS IN PUBLIC SERVICEOffice of Student and Program Services The credit cards accepted for program payment are: VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. All fields marked with are required. Fellowship Participant Information Fellow First Name Fellow Last Name Fellow Work …
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Residential and GPS-Defined Activity Space Neighborhood Noise Complaints, Body Mass Index and Blood Pressure Among Low-Income Housing Residents in New York CityKosuke Tamura, Brian D. Elbel, Basile Chaix, Seann D. Regan, Yazan A. Al-Ajlouni, Jessica K. Athens, Julie Mline …
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Alumni Spotlight: Lisa D'Oyen (MPA 2014)In the Spring 2024 Global Public Service Newsletter, the Wagner Office of International Programs connected with Wagner alumna, Lisa D'Oyen (MPA 2014) . Where do you work? Describe your current job. I am currently the Executive Director of two corporate …
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Social Entrepreneurship MinorThe heart of entrepreneurship is learning not merely to survive but to flourish in a world of change. The joint Stern/Wagner minor in Social Entrepreneurship gives you the preparation you need to flourish in our rapidly changing world while focusing your …