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The Fiscal Consequences of Special District Consolidation: Evidence from California… of public service provision, as many metropolitan areas rely on a fragmented network of jurisdictions to … variation in the number of districts, isolating the causal impact of government fragmentation is challenging. To … procedures for the consolidation and annexation of cities and special districts. Using synthetic control …
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Alec Schierenbeck Discusses Affordable Housing in NYC at 2025 Henry Hart Rice Urban Policy ForumOn October 16, 2025, NYU Wagner hosted its annual Henry Hart Rice Urban Policy Forum featuring guest speaker Alec Schierenbeck, executive director of the Charter Revision Commission and general counsel for the Department of City Planning. Wagner’s Main …
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WagTalks: Presidential Policy — Public Education with Domingo Morel… timely and relevant topics across public service focus areas. As we all seek to navigate the policies of the new … Domingo Morel delves into the federal administration's impact on public education and explores actionable steps for …
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Master of Science in Public Policy (STEM-Designated)… data analysis to inform decisions and measure policy impact. … Graduates of the MSPP program are prepared for high-impact roles in government, nonprofits, international … Participatory Policymaking Social Policy PADM-GP.2311 , Impact Investing PADM-GP.2445 , Poverty, Inequality, and …
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Student Spotlight: JD Mazuera Arias (MPA 2024)… with immigration and enthusiasm for policy to make an impact in Latine community advocacy. Can you share a bit … in the private sector, I was fascinated by how much social impact we can optimize if both the public and private sector … foundation for the organization in order for it to have an impact on campus and in the wider NYU community even after we …
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Roundup: Sarah Kaufman's Media Appearances on Congestion Pricing Rollout… including how fees are determined and the expected impact on reducing traffic congestion in Manhattan's central … of how the policy could serve as a model for other cities grappling with traffic congestion and environmental …
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Student Spotlight: Sai Srihas Borra (MPA-HPAM 2026)… finance, strategy, and operations, with a focus on social impact. New York City’s healthcare landscape also felt like … them connect with alumni, practitioners, and each other to explore those paths. My focus is on creating opportunities to … of keeps equity at the center. How do you hope to make an impact in healthcare policy after graduation? I hope to work …
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MS in Public Policy Application Checklist… you consider the applicant's outstanding talents? In which areas could the applicant exhibit growth or improvement? What …
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Student Network Exploring Arts and Culture… with other policy fields; arts management issues; economic impact of the arts; social entrepreneurship; international …
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Polly Trottenberg Named Dean of NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate SchoolNYU President Linda G. Mills and Provost Georgina Dopico today announced the appointment of Polly Trottenberg—a former Deputy Secretary of the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation …
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Student Spotlight: Bonnie Tang (MPA 2024)… New Yorker, I’ve always known Wagner as the best school to explore this topic further. The school also has abundant … Wagner with a Policy specialization, I switched to Social Impact, Innovation, and Investment (SI3) after my first … Asian backgrounds other than your own, and from different cities as well. It’s always interesting to compare and …
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Master of Urban Planning Application Checklist… admissions committee is interested in learning about your impact to date, and any achievements, skillsets, or … you consider the applicant's outstanding talents? In which areas could the applicant exhibit growth or improvement? What …
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Master of Public Administration Application Checklist… admissions committee is interested in learning about your impact to date, and any achievements, skillsets, or … you consider the applicant's outstanding talents? In which areas could the applicant exhibit growth or improvement? What …
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Our History… in addition to our original MPA degree . While our impact has expanded far beyond New York City to cities worldwide, we remain driven by our mission to prepare … ideas into actions that have an effective and lasting impact on the public good. Our faculty’s research changes …
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Welcome to the NYU Migration Network October DigestHere are some updates and upcoming migration and mobility events for this month. Follow Us on Twitter Please see our Twitter feed for more information and additional updates: @NYUMigrationNet Suggest a Topic for our Upcoming Public Conversation Series …
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State and Local Government Agencies… , webinar hosted by NYU State Energy & Environmental Impact Center, September 12, 2022. Law Review Articles … and Worklife Program and NYU State Energy & Environmental Impact Center, December 2022 (co-authors Bethany Davis Noll … Labor and Worklife Program, May 17, 2021. How States and Cities Can Respond to Workers’ Demands for Economic Security, …
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Vanessa LecorpsVanessa is an international organization development practitioner with 25 years of experience across industries in organization effectiveness, leadership development and employee engagement. She is the inaugural Vice President of Engagement and Belonging …
Alumni In Action
Arden Levine… have or can gather, what strategies will create the most impact for those whose lives we hope to improve, given the … of implementing them? Choosing strategies that are high impact but low feasibility means the work may never get … and the persecution and resurrection of poems and cities. My next poetry collection, Spoke (a finalist for the …
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How to Apply to the Online MHA… you consider the applicant's outstanding talents? In which areas could the applicant exhibit growth or improvement? What …
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Event Recap: NYC Congestion Pricing is Working. So Why is it Under Attack?… featuring prominent experts exploring the initial impact and potential future of New York City’s hotly debated … last fall. Michaelson provided insight into the program’s impact thus far, including reduced traffic in the congestion …
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Michah Rothbart… center at IESP, and work in one of the most exciting cities to study public policy. How did being in New York impact your professional journey? New York City maintains …
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Transitioning to a Solar-Powered Bus Fleet: Gauging the Potential of Solar Power in the MTA’s Zero-Emission Fleet Transition… and the indefinite pause on congestion pricing may impact the timeline for electrification. Starting in the …
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MPA-MA in Hebrew & Judaic Studies… to help you transform your intentions into action with impact. This program, offered jointly by NYU Wagner and the … international development, public policy, or social impact. And then there’s NYC—arguably the epicenter of Jewish …
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Preserving History or Restricting Development: The Heterogenous Effects of Historic Districts on Local Housing Markets in New York City… of Manhattan. As predicted, impacts are more positive in areas where the value of the option to build unrestricted is …