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AVs in NYC: A Policy FrameworkWhile the reality of autonomous vehicles in New York City remains several years away, this timeline grants us the opportunity to set up a policy model for equitable, safe and accessible mobility. Although AVs are regulated for safety and efficacy within …
Capstone Projects
Evaluating the New York State Brownfield Opportunity Areas ProgramBrownfield sites occur where soil contaminants exceed the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation cleanup objectives. Clusters of Brownfields present a challenge to redevelopment, particularly in lower income communities where extrinsic …
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ADORE: A Framework for Community Building to Dismantle anti-Black Racism in AcademiaIn higher education, power structures, including anti-Black racism, perpetuate whiteness and thwart the full capability of human potential for Black Americans. The aggregate impact of anti-Black racism, a specific form of racism, potentiates the …
Capstone Projects
FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS: AFFORDABLE CO-OP SHAREHOLDER MORTGAGESThe New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the largest municipal housing agency in the nation. HPD promotes quality housing and thriving neighborhoods through the implementation of affordable housing preservation and …
Alumni In Action
Rashawn DavisWhy did you choose NYU Wagner for graduate school? I had a mentor, serving in local government, who attended Wagner and encouraged me to apply. He spoke highly of the school being a laboratory for a lot of cutting edge work around public policy, justice …
Capstone Projects
Developing a Cost Benefit Analysis MethodologyJamaica Hospital Medical Center (JHMC) strives to provide accessible, cost-effective, high-quality health care. Recently, JHMC has implemented three pilot care-transition programs: 1) The Intensive Multidisciplinary Primary Care Team (IMPACT), 2) the …
Alumni In Action
Shruti PunjabiHow would you describe your experience as an NYU Wagner student? It was exceptional. NYU being located in the heart of New York provided me with not just professional development opportunities but many arenas for personal growth. NYU Wagner is home to a …
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Recent Findings on Preventable HospitalizationsReports on the rates of preventable hospital admissions among low-income populations in the United States even with the efforts of improving primary health care. Comparison of low-income populations health outcomes between U.S. and Canada; Implications of …
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Institute for Civil Infrastructure SystemsTHE INSTITUTE FOR CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEMS (ICIS) was established in 1998 with initial funding from the National Science Foundation. The Institute engages in research, education, and outreach in infrastructure, including energy, transportation, water, …
Capstone Projects
Developing a Performance Measurement FrameworkTimes Square Arts, the public art program of the Times Square Alliance, presents leading contemporary art and performances to Times Square’s 400,000 daily visitors; cultivating the creativity, energy, and edge that has made Times Square a national icon. …
Faculty Profile
Robert LieberthalDr. Rob Lieberthal is a results-driven health economist and strategic advisor with a proven record of helping healthcare organizations, life science companies, and public agencies solve complex challenges and achieve measurable improvements in outcomes …
Stories
Social Enterprise Created at NYU Wagner is Improving Student AttendanceIt has practically become the stuff of legend: The chance meeting of Miriam Altman and Alexandra Meis on their first day at NYU Wagner. The two were brought together at a faculty mixer. With a shared background working on the front lines in the New York …
Alumni In Action
Thalia WashingtonTell 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? I am the Director of Development and External Affairs at …
Faculty Profile
Kalima JohnsonKalima Johnson is Vice President of Government Relations at The Parkside Group. In this capacity she works with Parkside’s rapidly growing nonprofit practice group. Previously, Kalima served as the Associate Director of Advocacy and Partnerships at The …
Alumni In Action
Jason Leivenberg I always had an appreciation for New York. As an LA native, I was captivated by its cultural boldness and energetic bustle. I had spent 4-5 years working at Hillel on the West Coast and kept observing that New York was pioneering and setting the agenda …
Alumni In Action
Robert EspinozaWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? Wagner had an impressive reputation as a top-tier school that equipped students with the right mix of skills in policy analysis, nonprofit management, and related disciplines such as economics. I also liked …
Alumni In Action
Malik Dent Focusing his MPA studies on health policy and management, Malik Dent (MPA 2018) is committed to ensuring the wellness of all people. His dedication to public service is reflected in the initiatives and institutions he leads, including the NYC Mayor's …
Alumni In Action
Jordan CalhounHow did being in New York impact your professional journey? New York has such a large base of public agencies and nonprofit organizations that it’s a natural networking center for some of the most innovative and influential professionals in public …
Alumni In Action
Kate Slevin1. Why did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I was working at the New York City Parks Department and was attracted to the curriculum and the option of going to school part-time while keeping my full-time job. 2. How did being in New York impact your …
Alumni In Action
Luciana MermetTell 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? I currently work with the United Nations Development …
Alumni In Action
Catherine LeeWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I choose Wagner for graduate school because of its New York City location, the courses that were offered, and the diverse and in-depth background of the faculty. My goal was to change the trajectory of my …
News
NYU Wagner Announces New Faculty MembersNYU Wagner is delighted to announce that our outstanding faculty will be enriched by the addition of a number of distinguished scholars with deep expertise and broad experience in critical policy areas. The new arrivals include eleven noted researchers, …
Alumni In Action
Yusef FreemanHow did being in New York impact your professional journey? Being in New York, I was able to learn how municipal government worked in the largest city in the country while interning in both the Mayor's Office and City Council. I also got my start in the …
Alumni In Action
Rachel BrownCan you tell us a bit about your job responsibilities? As a Principal Project Coordinator in the Capital Planning group at NJ TRANSIT, I am responsible for the intake of capital improvement concepts, evaluating their merits, and shepherding projects …