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PADM-GP.2132
Social Entrepreneurship and InnovationThis 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. Students will delve into understanding complex social and …Webpage
MPA-JD OR MUP-JD APPLICATION CHECKLISTFill out your online application. Applications for the MPA/JD or MUP/JD dual degree program are only available during the Fall intake. Online applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on the day of the deadline. Any mailed application …
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Implications of Combined Infrastructure Concentration and Interdependency for Extreme Event RecoveryRae Zimmerman …
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Security Applications of Intelligent Transportation Systems: Reflections On September 11 And Implications For New York StateThis study was prepared at the request of the New York State Assembly Legislative Commission on Critical Transportation Choices, and was funded by an appropriation made available from the New York Department of Transportation's budget. Its purpose is to …
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Adrienne Abbate (MPA 2003) Named to City & State’s 2024 Staten Island Power 100City & State ’s 2024 Staten Island Power 100 list highlights the individuals making a remarkable impact in the borough, from political leaders to community advocates. Among this year’s honorees is Adrienne Abbate, a 2003 MPA graduate of NYU Wagner. 54. …
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NYU Wagner Graduates Gather in New E 17th Street Home for AlumNite 2025On June 12, 2025, NYU Wagner hosted AlumNite—the first time this celebration and fundraiser was hosted in its new home on East 17th Street—welcoming graduates ranging from the Classes of 1976 to 2025. Following a reception for the Host Committee …
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Alumni Spotlight: Lilian Liu (MPA 2015)In the Spring 2024 Global Public Service Newsletter, the Wagner Office of International Programs connected with Wagner alumna, Lilian Liu (MPA 2015) . Where do you work? Describe your current job. I have been working in corporate sustainability for over …
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MPA ElectivesClustering elective courses around an issue area enables you to develop a course of study that most closely meets your needs and interests, and provides specialized training around an area of expertise. Analytical Methods and …
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Hunter Johansson (MPA 2018) honored with NASPAA AwardNYU Wagner alumnus, Hunter Johansson (MPA 2018), received the 2022 Alumni Spotlight Award for Outstanding Achievement in Public Service from the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). Hunter Johansson is the founder …
Alumni In Action
Alumni Spotlight: Débora Aponte Martínez (MPA 2016)With experience across the nonprofit and public sectors in Puerto Rico, New York, and Washington DC, Débora's works stems from her passion for public service. Today, she serves in the Office of Management and Budget for the Municipality of San Juan where …
Publication
The Population Level Prevalence and Correlates of Appropriate and Inappropriate Imaging to Stage Incident Prostate Cancer in the Medicare PopulationPurpose : According to guidelines most men with incident prostate cancer do not require staging imaging. We determined the population level prevalence and correlates of appropriate and inappropriate imaging in this cohort. Materials and Methods : We …
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Julie Shahroudi (MPA-HPAM 2009) Helps Lead NYU Student Health Center to National Recognition for Quality ImprovementDr. Julie Shahroudi (MPA-HPAM 2009), assistant director of quality improvement, has helped lead the NYU Student Health Center (NYU SHC) to national recognition as a finalist for the 2025 Bernard A. Kershner Innovations in Quality Improvement Award from …
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Student Spotlight: Jasmine "Jaz" Griffin (MPA-PNP 2026)Jasmine "Jaz" Griffin (MPA-PNP 2026), treasurer, 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 projects exposed me to …
Faculty Profile
Vanessa L. DeaneDr. Vanessa L. Deane is Associate Clinical Professor of Public Service at New York University’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and Director of the Urban Planning program. Her research praxis is rooted in the political economy of …
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Irfan Hasan (MPA 2000) Named to City & State’s 2025 Trailblazers in Health Care City & State ’s inaugural Trailblazers in Health Care honors exceptional individuals who are transforming the health landscape in New York and beyond. Among this year’s honorees is NYU Wagner alumnus Irfan Hasan, whose dedication to equitable health …
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Measuring School Efficiency: Lessons from Economics, Implications for PracticeEstimating efficiency and productivity in education involves confronting and addressing a host of difficulties in measuring inputs and outputs, capturing environmental influences, compensating for data scarcity, and determining causality. Nevertheless, …
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Alumni Spotlight: Diana Mao (MPA 2008)Diana Mao (MPA 2008) is the Co-Founder and President of Nomi Network, an organization that she first envisioned creating during her time at NYU Wagner. Nomi Network’s mission is to end human trafficking by creating pathways to safe employment, empowering …
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Equity Standards for State School Finance Programs: Philosophies and Standards Relevant to Section 5(d)(2) of the Federal Impact Aid ProgramBerne, Robert and Leanna Stiefel …
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Student Spotlight: Madina P. Ouedraogo (MPA-PNP)Name: Madina P. Ouedraogo Hometown: Newark, NJ Wagner Program and Specialization: MPA-PNP, Advocacy & Political Action Current Employment/Internship: Program Assistant at the National Center on Philanthropy and the Law; Government Relations Intern …
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Perseverance Despite the Perception of Threat: Marginalized Students’ High Grit in Grad School and Implications for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Higher EducationEquity, Diversity, and Inclusion policies and their implementation continue to be contested issues in higher education. These ideological discourses lack evidence that investigates relationships between students’ identities and their ability to succeed in …
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Student Spotlight: Aurora Brice (MPA-PNP) What motivated you to attend Wagner, a school of public service? I was motivated to attend NYU Wagner because I appreciated the small cohorts and how the curriculum is aligned with industry needs. As a working professional, I needed to find a program …
Capstone Projects
Pennies from Heaven: Assessing the Impact of New York State's STAR Exemption on School District Property TaxationNew York State's School Tax Relief (STAR) program exempts a portion of homestead property values from school district property taxation. The inception of this program immediately preceded a period of increased school property tax levies and expenditures. …
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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 …