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The Roles and Challenges of Intergovernmental Transfers in AsiaIntergovernmental transfers are an important tool of public sector finance in both industrialized and developing countries. Critically examining selected intergovernmental transfers in three large Asian countries-India, Pakistan, and the Philippines-this …
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STRENGTHENING ORGANIZATIONAL CULTUREThe Center for Survivor Agency and Justice (CSAJ) is a national organization that seeks to advance economic equity for survivors of domestic violence. The organization is looking to answer this question: What policies and practices can be created, in …
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Frances LiuHow did being in New York impact your professional journey? New York City has been a central character in my professional journey thus far. I have worked for several NYC-based advocacy and research nonprofits, in an NYC mayoral administration, and at a …
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Costing for PMTCT ProgramsEstablished in 1986, the Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+) supports equitable health and social services for people living with HIV. GNP+ recognizes that HIV communities, traditional/religious leaders, and community health workers play an …
Alumni In Action
Jen LauWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I chose Wagner because it gave me the flexibility to switch between part-time and full-time. I was working full-time at The Commonwealth Fund and was able to cater my coursework to my workload. Getting to …
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Student Spotlight: Alexander Yu (MUP 2025)Student Spotlight: Alexander Yu (MUP 2025), Pan Asian Student Alliance co-chair Can you share a bit about yourself and what inspired you to attend a school of public service? After graduating college in 2020 from NYU, my first full time job was an …
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Freight transportation in a transformative urban landscapeThe New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) Freight Mobility Department is seeking to ensure efficient and frictionless freight delivery throughout the five boroughs. In the face of increasing residential pressure and national freight …
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Increasing Patient Portal Usage and Identifying Best PracticesThe William F. Ryan Community Health Network is a family of nonprofit, federallyqualified health centers that deliver care to diverse, underserved communities. With stricter documentation regulations and increased requirements to use electronic health …
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Bryan PerlmutterWhy did you choose NYU Wagner for graduate school? Growing up and living my life in North Carolina as an organizer and being a part of starting nonprofit organizations such as the Southern Vision Alliance, I learned about how to build organization and …
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Patient Portal Roll-Out at the William F. Ryan Community Health Center: How to Improve Usage?The William F. Ryan Community Health Center (Ryan Center) is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing care to low-income and underserved patients throughout Manhattan. The Ryan Center recently added a portal for patients to access health records …
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Changing Enrollment StatusFrom an academic standpoint, you may change your enrollment status from full-time to part-time, or vice versa, without notifying the University. However, your enrollment status may have implications for financial aid, particularly as it pertains to …
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The Impact of Foreign Aid on Infant Mortality in Developing CountriesPrevious studies on the impact of foreign aid on infant mortality do not account for the effect of government corruption and political regime, potentially biasing the results. This study analyzes the impact of foreign aid on infant mortality controlling …
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Two NYU Wagner Alumni Named to City & State Power ListsIn City & State’s recent power lists, a pair of NYU Wagner alumni were recognized for their professional accomplishments. Neela Mukherjee Lockel (MPA-PNP 2007) was named to the Leaders of Long Island list and Jen Hensley (MPA-PNP 2008) was named to …
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David SchachterDavid Schachter is the Associate Dean for Student Affairs at NYU Wagner. Focusing on the totality of the student experience, he oversees student services and advisement, career services, student engagement, and alumni relations. He teaches …
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DEVELOPING A BUSINESS PLAN FOR A MUSEUM CAFÉ PARTNERSHIPQueens Community House (QCH) is a multi-service settlement house with the mission of providing individuals and families with tools to enrich their lives and build healthy and inclusive communities. QCH’s Young Adult Food-Sector Employment Initiative …
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The Health Effects of Decentralizing Primary Care in BrazilA renewed focus on primary health care could lead to improved health outcomes in developing countries. Moving more control to local authorities, or decentralization, is one approach to expanding primary care’s reach. Proponents argue that it increases …
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Admitted Student Day - April 1, 2019Why NYU Wagner? A panel discussion with current students Emmily De Los Santos (MUP), Tiffany Flemming (MPA-HPAM), and Matt Kastellec (MPA-PNP) and facilitated by David Schachter , Associate Dean, Admissions and Student …
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ENHANCING THE IMPACT MANAGEMENT PROCESSThe Surdna Foundation is a 100 year-old charitable organization with an endowment of over $1 billion, roughly $170 million of which is allocated to impact investing in racial equity, climate justice, and narrative change. In order to measure the …
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Potentially avoidable hospitalizations: how to estimate the costs? (French)Based on the number of hospitalizations for ambulatory-care sensitive conditions in the Paris region (Ile-de-France), and the DRG-based rates for these hospital stays, we estimate the hospital expenditures that could be avoided if patients had access to …
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A GUIDEBOOK FOR IMPLEMENTING NON-CITIZEN VOTING RIGHTS
NATIONWIDEUnited We Dream is a nonprofit organization that advocates for the rights of immigrants and underrepresented citizens. The organization has been a champion for non-citizens, whose lack of voting rights excludes them from the democratic processes that …
Alumni In Action
Bailey OrshanHow would you describe your experience as a Wagner student? My experience as a Wagner student was very fulfilling and beneficial. I would strongly recommend Wagner to anyone looking to continue their education. I was able to take a very wide variety of …
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Peter GraceTell us about your current public service work. Can you briefly describe your employment organization and position responsibilities, as well as any relevant volunteer or entrepreneurial activities? After spending three years in the Obama Administration …
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Collective Leadership NetworkNYU Wagner’s Collective Leadership Network (Co-Lead Net) is an international network of academics, practitioners and graduate students interested in better understanding collective leadership and to helping it gain traction as a force for positive change. …