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In the Heat of the Summer: Lessons from the Heat Waves in ParisClimate change and human health are intertwined. The heat waves in Chicago, in 1995, and in Paris, in 2003, followed by Hurricane Katrina_s destruction of New Orleans, raised awareness of the risks faced by vulnerable older people. Many cities have …
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Academic PoliciesDoctoral candidates are required to maintain a "B+" (3.3) average. If a student's grade point average remains below 3.3 for two consecutive semesters, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program. All students who elect to apply transfer credit …
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Official Transcript RequirementsAdmitted students are required to hold a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or an equivalent degree from a foreign …
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An Immersive Journey into Sustainable Urbanism: A Spring 2025 Course in AmsterdamIn March 2025, as part of the course "Smart, Sustainable Planning in Amsterdam," NYU Wagner students embarked on a transformative academic journey to the Netherlands. This immersive, one-week trip offered a rare opportunity for students to delve deep into …
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Online MHA - Master of Health Administration ProgramA Master's in Health Administration (MHA) is a graduate-level degree program designed to prepare individuals for leadership and management roles in the health industry. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in …
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Student Spotlight: My Nguyen (MPA 2024)As the co-chair of Wagner's First-Generation Student Association (FGSA) and with a background in research and advocacy, My Nguyen (MPA 2024) is on a journey to reshape the systems that impact the lives of individuals and communities, driven by a passion …
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In Search of Public ServiceContrary to those who say that government must become more businesslike to compete, college seniors almost surely would recommend that government become more nonprofit-like, especially in reassuring potential recruits that they will be given a chance to …
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Decomposing the Black-White Wealth Gap: The Role of Parental Resources, Inheritance, and Investment DynamicsMuch research has shown that even after controlling for income, African Americans suffer from drastically lower net worths than their white counterparts; these differences in net worth have important implications for the overall well-being of blacks and …
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Study Finds New York City's Small High School Reform "Lifted All Boats" A new study by NYU Wagner professors Leanna Stiefel and Amy Ellen Schwartz finds that small urban high schools produced better results than their larger counterparts, and “lifted all boats” across all types of schools, whether large or small, old or …
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NYU Wagner Alumni Launch New Public Policy Wiki – PolicyAtlasIn the US alone, there are 90,056 distinct governmental entities. But nowhere on the Internet can a policy maker find information on how a policy solution has worked for jurisdictions beyond his or her own. Enter Kevin Hansen , Matthew Lisiecki , and Neil …
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere do I get my cap and gown? Graduates and degree candidates participating in the ceremonies are required to wear academic attire. Graduates can wear the same cap and gown for both NYU Wagner Convocation and NYU Commencement. Please note the master’s …
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The Organizational Performance InitiativePaul C. Light , Founding Principal Investigator The Organizational Performance Initiative is designed to help organizations respond to the increased uncertainty that surrounds their missions. The Initiative focuses on helping all organizations in all …
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Maitri PujaraCan you tell us a bit about your job responsibilities? I currently work as an Urban Planner at Gensler in New York City. Gensler is the world’s leading global architecture, design, planning, and strategic consulting firm, with 6,000+ staff working across …
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Alumni Spotlight: Hunter Johansson (MPA 2018)Solar Responders (SR), a New York-based nonprofit organization, installs solar power and battery storage in fire stations in Puerto Rico. The organization’s mission was developed in response to the devastation Hurricane Maria caused to the island’s power …
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MPA-MA in Hebrew & Judaic StudiesTotal credits required: 63 24 Credits toward the Master of Arts (MA) in Hebrew & Judaic Studies 6 Core credits Recent Developments in Hebrew and Judaic Studies (HBRJD-GA 1004, 3 credits) The Jewish Community (HBRJD-GA 3224, 3 credits) 18 credits of …
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Add/Drop & Course WithdrawalsThrough the start of each term, students have the ability to drop and add courses via Albert . The length of the Add/Drop period varies. Specific deadlines and dates for each term are listed on NYU's Academic Calendar . Please note: Students need …
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Forgoing health care under universal health insurance: the case of FranceObjectives: We investigate the reliability of a survey question on forgone healthcare services for financial reasons, based on analysis of actual healthcare use over the 3-year period preceding response to the question. We compare the actual use of …
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This is how we sound: Quick TipsEveryone has their own unique writing style, and so does NYU Wagner. Follow these quick tips to make sure we’re all writing in the same style. SPACING BETWEEN SENTENCES. Use one space after a period, not two. OXFORD COMMA. Use the Oxford (or serial) …
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Alumni gather to discuss Affordable Housing Policy in the 21st CenturyNYU Wagner recently hosted " Affordable Housing Policy in the 21st Century ," an informal alumni discussion moderated by Professor Katherine O'Regan , who served as the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research at the US Department …
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Marc MinorWhat do you do in your current role? I am currently a Senior Consultant with Deloitte. I work within their Business Risk service line, specifically in the area that focuses on government regulations. Presently, I have a Department of Defense (DoD) client. …
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Professors Iskander and Morduch Awarded Fellowships by Institute for Advanced StudyNYU Wagner Professors Natasha Iskander and Jonathan Morduch have been awarded fellowships by the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) for the 2022-23 academic year, beginning on Sept. 19. This prestigious fellowship allows for uninterrupted curiosity-driven …
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Can Regulatory Changes Improve the Health of Older Americans with Hearing Loss?Only one in seven Americans who could benefit from a hearing aid owns one. Why is this, what are the consequences, and what can we do about it? In a new article in the American Journal of Public Health , NYU Wagner Professor Jan Blustein and her …
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Contemporary Issues in Nonprofit FinanceThere’s a common misperception floating around the public service sector: nonprofit managers have no idea how to run a business. While it may be tempting to attribute the tumultuous financial conditions of many nonprofits to poor management, Associate …