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Faculty Profile
Yehuda Sarna… Studies) and is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Public Service at the Robert F. Wagner School for Public Service. He is a Senior Fellow at the Of Many Institute for …
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Alumnus wins grant for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Resource Center… NYU Wagner graduate James Macdonald, founder of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Resource Center, is one of 50 … to validate his strategies and advance his public service venture through coaching sessions with LaunchPad … are crucial to informing future young entrepreneurs about their own startup ideas and helping land traditional …
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Alumni Spotlight: Moses Mansu (MPA 2000)… What motivated you to attend the Wagner School of Public Service and how did it impact your understanding of health … to me that if I were considering a career in public service, he would recommend the Robert F. Wagner School of … this topic, and conduct health research. Can you tell us about an initiative you are currently working on that either …
Capstone Projects
DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICES FOR TENANT ENGAGEMENT AND RIGHTS ADVOCACY IMPACCT Brooklyn, also known as the Pratt Area Community Council, is a community development corporation that owns over 1,000 units of affordable or supportive housing. Since 1964, IMPACCT Brooklyn has advocated for Central Brooklyn residents and …
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Student Spotlight: Jasmine "Jaz" Griffin (MPA-PNP 2026)… Wagner Black Student Association (BSA) Can you share a bit about yourself and what inspired you to attend a school of public service? I grew up in Harlem, New York, where life in the … my worldview and instilled a deep commitment to public service. Harlem isn’t just where I’m from; it’s who I am, and …
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Advanced Certificate and Non-Degree Application Checklist… an updated resume. We encourage you to include information about the following additional activities: Volunteer, public service, political, and/or civic work you have done; Academic … professional honors, honorary societies, leadership and service awards; Other professional activities; Relevant …
Alumni In Action
Nick Molinari… Tell us about your current public service work. Can you briefly … moments at Wagner that impacted your passion for public service? While at NYU Wagner, I was very involved with both …
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SUMMER 2024 LEAD AND PARKE FELLOWS… is currently an MPA student at the Wagner School of Public service, specializing in political action and advocacy. … to focus on democratic reform policies. JJ is passionate about advocating for structural reform to increase … Staff One Percent for Development Fund. She is passionate about applying data analytics to help advance pro-democratic …
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U.S. Financial Diaries… New York, delving into the day-to-day financial lives of about 250 households. Their goal? To compile a series of …
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Event Recap - First Things First: Tips for Managing Your Time and Energy in School, Work, and Beyond Written by Monica Martinez On February 21, 2025, NYU Wagner’s Office of Career Services hosted an online workshop on time management techniques and strategies for organizing daily calendar tasks. The session gave an informative and educational refresher …
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MS in Public Policy Application Checklist… introduce yourself and to inform the admissions committee about your goals, background, and career plans as they relate … experiences that have shaped your commitment to public service. Essay Prompt: "Describe one successful example that … Be yourself! This is your chance to share something unique about your story. If you choose not to submit a video essay, …
Capstone Projects
Pathways to Politics: Analyzing Motivations and Enabling Factors for Women in Politics in Chittagong Hill Tracts, BangladeshThe Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) is an area characterized by a complex social and political environment and located in the south-eastern corner of Bangladesh. CHT has remained largely outside the mainstream of development assistance for more than 25 years …
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Student Spotlight: JD Mazuera Arias (MPA 2024)… of Public Administration student and Bloomberg Public Service Fellow, JD is drawing from his personal experience … impact in Latine community advocacy. Can you share a bit about yourself and what motivated you to attend a school of public service? I was born in Pereira, Colombia, just three hours …
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MHA Program and Beyond: Sehrish Mazhar's Career Redefined… different work styles, personalities, and how to think about and work with diverse teams." The MHA program allowed … intentionally...if I saw anything come through my email about a webinar, event or speaker series I would take advantage of it.” The career service center was instrumental in her success, confidence …
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Your Alumni News for September 2018… as Wagner’s “next frontier in preparing future public service leaders to give their careers traction and make a … to tackle the AIDS crisis. The Guardian talks to him about what is was like to make "Buddies" at the height of the … (NYU Entrepreneur Summer Launchpad team) talks about the inspiration , challenges, and successes for the …
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Bill de Blasio selected as 2023 Marnold Visiting Fellow at NYU Wagner… University’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service as the 2023 Marnold Visiting Fellow. Arriving in … course in the spring. De Blasio’s experiences in public service are notable and extensive. They began when he was … and support this extraordinary group of students.” About the Marnold Fellowship The Marnold Fellowship is …
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The Walter Stafford Project: On Racial Inequality in New York City… Policing, Health, Education and Immigrants. Read more about the Symposium, or please consider donating to support … University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service …
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PHD Application Checklist… degree(s) earned. We encourage you to include information about the following additional activities: Academic and … the program each year? Admission is typically offered to about 8-10 students in an effort to have an entering cohort … visits in the spring. When can I expect to hear back about my application? Applicants are typically notified of …
Alumni In Action
Thalia Washington… Tell us about your current public service work. Can you briefly … moments at Wagner that impacted your passion for public service? I made the most of my two years at Wagner and truly …
Alumni In Action
Alice Wong… Can you tell us a bit about your job responsibilities? As Chief of Staff, I serve … this is the place I love and where I want to be in public service. My options were focused on public programs in New …
Publication
A New Revenue Source for Mass Transit: Legalizing and Taxing Cannabis… of New York is the very reason why the public is alarmed about the condition of mass transit. The Citizens Budget …
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NYU Wagner Capstone Team works with alumna to improve education in Nicaragua coffee fields … the guidance from Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service Kathleen Apltauer , the team—consisting of Julia … who are committed to improving standards of education on a global scale and enjoy the intellectual challenge of …
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Election Day in Puerto Rico: Gabriel A. Negrón Torres (MUP 2026) Returns Home to Continue Commitment to Public Service… election, continuing his lifelong commitment to public service in his home island. How did you get involved with … In political science, there is frequent discussion about the 'cost of voting,' which encompasses far more than … (MUP 2026) Returns Home to Continue Commitment to Public Service …
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Forbes "30 Under 30" Honors Three From NYU Wagner … up-and-coming professionals who have made public-service contributions with innovation and high impact. … 150+ recruiting partners to place candidates in a two-year service fellowship and help local governments better reflect …