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Chelsea JonesDr. Chelsea Jones is a Researcher at the Brennan Center for Justice. Her background is in the study of race and racism in public policy, having obtained a Doctorate in Political Science (Race, Ethnicity and Politics) and a Master’s degree in Public Policy …
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A Forum on the Politics of Skills: “Reducing the “unskilled” to their bodies: Control, surveillance, and the new politics of skill.”The ILR Review invited this group of scholars who work within the fields of sociology, history, and urban planning to share their perspective on the politics of skills. We called on their expertise to draw attention to the politics that drive the …
Capstone Projects
"Brooklyn Made" Certification ProgramThe Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce (BCC) drives economic development throughout the borough and provides unique resources and networking opportunities for its member businesses. The BCC observed that several firms were branding themselves as "Brooklyn" …
News
NYU Wagner Ranks in Top 10 Overall in U.S. News & World ReportWe are pleased to announce that the newly released U.S. News & World Report rankings of 284 public affairs and administration master’s programs across the country place NYU Wagner once again in the Top 10 overall—and far ahead of all of its New York City …
Capstone Projects
Marketing and Fee Structure AnalysisLenox Hill Neighborhood House is a multiservice community-based organization that provides education and social services to over 20,000 individuals each year on the East Side of Manhattan and Roosevelt Island. The Capstone team devised a marketing plan …
Capstone Projects
NYU Abu Dhabi Bike Share and Supporting InfrastructureNew York University Abu Dhabi has enlisted a Capstone team to develop a set of recommendations to encourage non-motorized modes of transportation as viable and enjoyable mobility alternatives for students. NYU Abu Dhabi is in the process of planning both …
Capstone Projects
Improving the Supply Chain for PostDisaster Shelter Response in India and PakistanPlanet Habitat, a global advisory and investment platform focusing on affordable housing, invests in locally sourced and sustainable shelter options. The postdisaster shelter sector is extremely fragmented and there is a wide gap between emergency …
Capstone Projects
Chronic HomelessnessThe New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is committed to reducing homelessness through prevention efforts, providing short-term shelter, and ultimately connecting individuals with permanent housing. Chronic homelessness refers to …
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Using Electronically Available Inpatient Hospital Data for ResearchDespite a push to create electronic health records and a plethora of healthcare data from disparate sources, there are no data from a single electronic source that provide a full picture of a patient’s hospital course. This paper describes a process to …
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New Academic Year Features Five New Full-Time FacultyAs we welcome our students, faculty, and staff to the start of the 2017-18 academic year, NYU Wagner is thrilled to issue a special welcome to our five newest full-time faculty members: Thom Blaylock, Atul Pokharel, Travis St. Clair, Martha Stark, and …
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Sociodemographic and Behavioral Characteristics of HIV Antibody-Positive Blood DonorsThis paper describes the sociodemographic and behavioral characteristics of 173 blood donors who were confirmed by Western blot tests to have antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the etiologic agent for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome …
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Racial/Ethnic Identity, Congruence with the Social Context, and the Transition to High SchoolThe transition to high school may serve as a race/ethnicity consciousness-raising experience that stimulates the development of one's racial/ethnic identity depending on newcomers' racial/ethnic congruence with the student body and staff, as well as their …
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Accepting Your Offer US citizens and permanent residents should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible at fafsa.ed.gov. List "New York University" as a recipient and include our federal school code number 002785 when completing your …
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NYU Wagner's Martha Stark named to Mayoral panel on NYC budgetNYU Wagner's Professor Martha E. Stark has been named by New York City Mayor Eric Adams to serve on a new independent Budget Advisory Panel, joining other public and private sector leaders. Said the Mayor , "Throughout New York City history, those who …
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Dean Polly Trottenberg and Governor Helder Barbalho of Pará, Brazil, Sign Memorandum of UnderstandingAs part of Climate Week NYC 2025, NYU Wagner Dean Polly Trottenberg and Governor Helder Barbalho of the State of Pará, Brazil, signed a memorandum of understanding, on September 24, signifying continued partnership between Wagner and Pará. Barbalho has …
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Degree RequirementsPROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Below is an overview of the required coursework. For detailed information, view the program requirement checksheet total CREDITS REQUIRED: 42 The MSPP is an intensive, one-year program, and full-time enrollment is required. The …
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Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner to be Distinguished Visiting Urbanist at NYU WagnerSyracuse, NY, Mayor Stephanie A. Miner will serve as Distinguished Visting Urbanist at NYU Wagner in the spring of 2018 after the conclusion of her term in office. “Serving as Mayor of Syracuse has been the greatest privilege of my professional life and I …
Capstone Projects
Skills Without Borders: Training and Certification for Migrant WorkersMigrant workers face particular challenges in making their skills visible across global contexts, impacting the utilization of human capital and migrants’ ability to increase their standard of living and earnings. The mission of the Institute for Mexicans …
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Mapping and Quantifying Social Impact in the Handworker Economy Nest is a nonprofit organization that works with cross-sector collaborators to bring radical transparency, data-driven development, and fair market access to the informal economy of artisan handicrafts. Nest’s new Ethical Compliance certification works to …
Capstone Projects
Delivering Integrated Care in a New Supportive Housing Residence The Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a New York-based nonprofit human services agency offering residential assistance, clinical treatment, and family support to people with severe disabilities and in situational crises. As part of the Empire State …
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Researching Municipal Policies Affecting Women and Minority Business OwnersCiti Ventures is the innovation and venture capital team of Citigroup, a multinational investment banking and financial services corporation. Their clients include small business owners and entrepreneurs across the US, particularly women and minorities, …
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Growing Older in Hong Kong, New York and LondonDeclining birth rates, increasing longevity and urbanization have created a new challenge for cities: how to respond to an ageing population. Although population ageing and urbanization are not new concerns for national governments around the world, the …
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Undergraduate Major in Public PolicyWhether it is climate change, inequality, urban congestion, privacy, affordable healthcare, terrorism or nonproliferation, the public challenges we face are more complicated than ever before, and addressing them effectively requires several sophisticated …
Alumni In Action
Alice WongCan you tell us a bit about your job responsibilities? As Chief of Staff, I serve as a senior advisor to the President & Chief Executive Officer at the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC). Founded in 1965, CPC’s mission is to promote the social and …