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Dietary Variety is Inversely Associated with Body Adiposity among US Adults Using a Novel Food Diversity Index. BACKGROUND: Consuming a variety (vs. monotony) of energy-poor, nutrient-dense foods may help individuals adhere to dietary patterns favorably associated with weight control. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to examine whether greater healthful …
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Integration of substance abuse treatment organizations into Accountable Care Organizations: Results from a national surveyTo meet their aims of managing population health to improve the quality and cost of health care in the United States, accountable care organizations (ACOs) will need to focus on coordinating care for individuals with substance abuse disorders. The …
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Study Finds Hospital Prices Vary Greatly Under MedicareHigh costs are one of the most vexing problems in US health care. As policymakers seek to understand cost drivers, they have begun to untangle the complex economic, regulatory, political and clinical factors that determine prices for care. One interesting …
Capstone Projects
Integrating Favelas into the Urban and Social Fabric in Rio de JaneiroThe Favela-Bairro program is a $600 million program funded by two contracts signed with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and sponsored by the Municipalidade de Habitao. The main objective of the program is to integrate favelas into the city, …
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Integrating Favelas into the Urban and Social Fabric in Rio de JaneiroThe Favela-Bairro program is a $600 million program funded by two contracts signed with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and sponsored by the Municipalidade de Habitao. The main objective of the program is to integrate favelas into the city, …
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Is severity of obesity associated with diagnosis or health education practices?OBJECTIVE: To assess the association of the severity of obesity with diagnosis and health education, and to identify any differences within demographic or other subgroups. DESIGN: Clinician visits for 2-18 year olds from the 2005-2008 National Ambulatory …
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Driving Social Change: How to Solve the World's Toughest ProblemsHas the role of the social entrepreneur been glorified as the primary driver of social breakthrough? Have we neglected the important role that all change agents play? What must be done to create the networks that create so many breakthroughs? How does the …
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At Capacity: The Need for More Rail Access to the Manhattan CBDThis report examines the relationship between proposed transit system capacity improvements in the downstate metropolitan area, the updated post 9-11 job projections for the Manhattan Central Business District, and regional economic growth. It further …
Alumni In Action
Bianca GiraultWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I chose to attend NYU Wagner for graduate school due to its background in international policy, unwavering commitment to diversity, and proximity to global institutions that would enhance my graduate …
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR REAPPLICANTSRe-Application and Applying to Multiple Programs within the Same Admissions Cycle Candidates who have previously applied to one of our graduate programs may submit a new application after one academic year has passed. Please note, you cannot apply to more …
Alumni In Action
Sekou SheriffHow did you find your first post-Wagner job? I found my post-Wagner job through a Wagner alumna on the Career Services website. The alumna was leaving her role and submitted my resume along with a recommendation to her boss. How would you describe your …
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Julian MetcalfHow did you find your first post-Wagner job? I had a great call with an alumna at Moody’s Investor Service. She told me about a new team they had created for which they were looking to add a member in San Francisco. After a few months, I was back on the …
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Bloomberg to Help Reduce Financial Barriers for Top Talent to Begin Careers in Public ServiceFrom climate change to inequality, urban infrastructure to transportation systems, public health to public schools, now more than ever society’s extraordinary challenges require exceptional public leaders committed to fact-based governance. Bloomberg …
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Spatial Lock-in: Do Falling House Prices Constrain Residential MobilityFalling house prices have caused numerous homeowners to suffer capital losses. Those with little home equity may be prevented from moving because of imperfections in housing finance markets: the proceeds from the sale of their home may be insufficient to …
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Student Spotlight: Matthew Carcione (MPA-HPAM 2027)Matthew Carcione (MPA-HPAM 2027) Manager of Financial Operations, Perioperative Services at Northwell Health What inspired you to pursue an MPA-HPAM at Wagner, and how has it complemented your experience in financial operations and perioperative services? …
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A Bold Vision for School DesegregationBy: Annie Gurvis (MPA PNP) In Spring 2019, Distinguished Visiting Urbanist Richard Buery presented a series of conversations about public policy in New York City. The third and final forum featured Council Member Brad Lander , who talked about his …
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Message From the DeanWelcome to the NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service! I am delighted to serve as the Dean of NYU Wagner during this time of tremendous change and opportunity. I often say, as public servants, we run to the fire. At NYU Wagner, we …
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Admitted PhD StudentsVisit us in New York City! It is very important that you arrange a time to come to campus to meet with your faculty advisor and Talea Collins, Assistant Director of Advisement and Student Services. Please email Talea Collins at talea.collins@nyu.edu to …
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Practice environments and job satisfaction and turnover intentions of nurse practitioners: Implications for primary care workforce capacityBACKGROUND: Health care professionals, organizations, and policy makers are calling for expansion of the nurse practitioner (NP) workforce in primary care to assure timely access and high-quality care. However, most efforts promoting NP practice have been …
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Summer 2021 LEAD FellowsWe are thrilled to announce the LEAD Fellows for summer 2021. Fellows will be working at a variety of organizations involved in pro-democracy and voter access work. …
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NONCR-GP.907
Professional WritingThis short, non-credit class aims to give students an overview of the key elements of successful writing, and equip them with the tools to approach any writing assignment, from memos to emails to reports to research briefs. This class is designed to be a …Faculty Profile
Jenny DorenJenny Doren, M.B.A., M.S., is an Adjunct Lecturer of Health Administration at NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. Storytelling has been a constant in Jenny’s career, which began in television news and evolved into executive …
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Simplifying Children's Medicaid And SCHIPThe states have implemented the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) in a variety of ways. We describe these choices and estimate the resulting enrollment impacts. Many widely adopted policies, including mail-in applications and twelve- month …
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FELLOWSHIP FOR EMERGING LEADERS IN PUBLIC SERVICEOffice of Student and Program Services The credit cards accepted for program payment are: VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. All fields marked with are required. Fellowship Participant Information Fellow First Name Fellow Last Name Fellow Work …