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2020 AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS… ROBERT F. WAGNER AWARD FOR PUBLIC SERVICE for leadership capacity and exceptional contribution to public … and CEO of Embrace Her Legacy, which offers personal and leadership development programs for women and girls. After transitioning … Alexis Captanian came to NYU Wagner to explore community development policies that advance equity and wellbeing. As a …
Capstone Projects
Developing Smart City Initiatives to Drive Local Government Outcomes… the Hudson River from NYC. The City of Hoboken’s municipal leadership enlisted a Capstone team to support the …
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Addressing Nurse Absenteeism and Staff Scheduling… and scheduling, it has been difficult for hospital leadership to hold staff accountable. The Capstone team …
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EMPA Students and Alumni Connect on the Importance of Public Service… to aid students in developing new skills, promoting leadership experience, and expanding existing networks. EMPA … whose teaching and practitioner expertise focuses on leadership in nonprofit, social justice movement, and public … previously worked as a research and organizational development consultant for New York City-based nonprofits …
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ANIMATING THE ANIMATORS: IDENTIFYING CHARACTERISTICS, MOTIVATIONS, AND CHALLENGES FOR HIGH-PERFORMING VOLUNTEERS… conduct focus group interviews with animators, animator leadership, and local THP staff. The team also created a case …
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Process Evaluation For Opening Act's District 79 Program… NYC high schools, giving them opportunities to develop leadership, community, and commitment. In addition to its …
Alumni In Action
Patrick Owens… launched and managed capital markets, banking and business development divisions for large international banks, advised … As I began thinking about applying my private sector leadership skills to the public sector. I soon realized that … provided me with more "tools for my toolbox" in terms of leadership skills, and different ways of thinking about …
Alumni In Action
Laura McGinley… I am a member of the Executive Team overseeing our Development, Marketing, and Communications work. I work … annual giving program. I felt like I wanted to grow in my leadership and was considering the traditional Wagner MPA … mindsets, and experiences I would need for executive leadership. My EMPA experience was so powerful! Getting to …
Alumni In Action
Rachel Brown… prepared me for my career by challenging me to develop my leadership skills. More specifically, my capstone experience … with NYC DOT on bus equity assessment was pivotal to my development as a transportation researcher and planner. … infrastructure projects that make our region and local communities more competitive, efficient, resilient, and …
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Sean Miller… affordability in higher education, healthcare, workforce development, and civic engagement. Sean heads YI NY’s … rights. He holds a master’s degree in education policy and leadership from American University, a bachelor’s degree in …
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Strategic Direction in Mission-Related Investing … Confluence encourages collaboration, resource sharing, and leadership development across its membership by convening members and …
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Seven NYU Wagner Alumni Named to 2025 Brooklyn Power 100… resident Jones Austin has served in a number of pivotal leadership role. She has led the FPWA—a coalition of faith … community organizations advocating for underrepresented communities—for over a decade; chaired the New York City … for maternal health funding and affordable housing development. She serves as chair of the Women and Gender …
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Alumni Spotlight: Brittany Edghill (MPA-PNP 2022)… access to mentorship, resources, and professional development for individuals from diverse backgrounds. … propel careers, and strengthen academic and research communities. My passion lies in building programs that … to the knowledge I gained in the Strategic Management and Leadership course at Wagner as it fundamentally shapes how I …
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Erica Gabrielle Foldy… organizational and social contexts by exploring power and leadership. Erica has conducted research in a wide range of … She has also consulted on strategic planning, organization development, and diversity and inclusion to a range of groups …
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GWSLP Alumni Network … Alumni Network is comprised of all Ghanaian Women's Social Leadership Program participants, who graduated from the … and support each other and to continue developing their leadership To foster collaboration among GWSLP alumni and … to contribute to lead transformational change in their communities and organizations GWSLP Alumni Activities: In …
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Seun Owolabi… us about your employer and job responsibilities? I work in development and fundraising at North Star Fund. As a social … a little differently from most funders. Marginalized communities are those that make the decisions for our … was important work. I wanted to get the skill set and the leadership experience to further contribute to nonprofits. …
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Julissa Soriano… In the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, I investigate and mediate claims of housing … a week-long women’s GLOW Camp (Girl Leading Our World), a leadership and empowerment camp, for female students from … for myself within the workplace and advocating for the communities in which I serve. How would you describe your …
Capstone Projects
Defining and Demonstrating Purpose: Performance Measurement and Management… nonprofit in the South Bronx. Their Girls Empowerment and Leadership Initiative (GELI) aims to empower African …
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A Roadmap to Healthy Relationships and Consent Education in New York State… education, supportive services, legal advocacy, and leadership development. NYS ranks highest in the US for high school … One engaged a Capstone team to assist in the research and development of a roadmap to healthy relationships and consent …
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Planning the Way Forward for Americans for Informed Democracy… to empowering students to address global issues related to development, peace and security, the environment, and public health in their communities. In 2009, AID faced a dramatic reorganization of its staff and leadership. As a result, the organization requested a …
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Climate Week at NYU Wagner: Six Events Exploring Timely, Global Issues … discussed policy solutions for sustainable economic development with a focus on applications for agriculture. Six … Choice David Nieh - Former Head of Urban Planning & Development, China Vanke Dror Benshetrit - Founder, Studio … Climate Leadership In Uncertain Times Business leaders are crucial …
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Son Chau… thoughtful practices and frameworks around management and leadership. As part of the management track, I had the … doing now. I try to embody what I learned at Wagner in my leadership position, and I am able to really use the … in informational interviews that support your professional development. At any stage in your career, it is always …
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Hewett Chiu… leverages technology to revolutionize the way diverse communities receive preventive healthcare in a culturally … by the Institute of Healthcare Improvement in Healthcare Leadership, Patient Safety, and Healthcare Quality …
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NYU Wagner Alumni Named to PoliticsNY 2025 Black Power Players List… , reflects his dedication to mentorship and professional development. Pierre credits his father, Stuart Pierre, an … of JobsFirstNYC, has spent over 25 years driving workforce development and economic mobility. Her leadership at organizations such as Opportunities for a …