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Alexander HeilAlex Heil, PhD, Senior Economist at The Conference Board, is an applied economist with more than 20 years of experience in the energy, environment, and infrastructure space. His work is centered on the energy transition, renewable energy resources, urban …
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J. Renay Loper… J. Renay Loper centers people as an impact strategist driven by catalyzing change and leveraging … co-lead the organization's work on inclusive circular cities, and advised Fortune 100 corporate clients on their social impact strategies. Renay has led the development and …
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Message From the Dean… health management, data visualization and AI strategies, impact investing, and more. And all Wagner courses are taught … a few. Studying in one of the most vibrant and connected cities in the world allows students to network with industry …
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Alumni Spotlight: Jake Peña (MPA-PNP 2025)… shifts among Latines in the U.S. Looking ahead, what impact do you hope to make in your work? I'm still an … in leading my own nonprofit, I will aim to make a positive impact for those who need it the most. …
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No Easy Answers… the strategies applied to foster economic growth among cities in the United States. Measurement of the impact of economic development programs; Effectiveness of infrastructure investments to boost economic growth; Impact of tax cuts on economy; Development of sports stadiums …
Capstone Projects
2004 DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN REZONINGBrooklyn Community Board 2 (CB2) is one of 59 geographically exclusive, independent New York City agencies that serve as the most local form of representative government. In 2004, the New York City Council passed the Downtown Brooklyn Rezoning plan, which …
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Michael Keane… Michael and his team transform living spaces in major U.S. cities through acquisition of and investment in multifamily … land use applications and environmental assessment and impact statements for real estate development projects … and master plans to guide the growth and development of cities. He has served as an expert witness on multiple …
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Nonprofit Housing and Neighborhood Spillovers… is significant, given the widespread skepticism about the impact of subsidized housing on neighborhoods. We also find some differences across sectors. First, the impact of nonprofit housing remains stable over time, whereas …
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Quamid Francis… Year sites nationwide, attesting to the scalability and impact of his vision. Further exemplifying his entrepreneurial spirit, Quamid is the founder of Q Impact Solutions, a consultancy firm that assists nonprofit …
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NYU Wagner Alumni In Action… Learn more about NYU Wagner alumni making an impact in cities around the world. …
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Event Recap: NYC Congestion Pricing is Working. So Why is it Under Attack?… featuring prominent experts exploring the initial impact and potential future of New York City’s hotly debated … last fall. Michaelson provided insight into the program’s impact thus far, including reduced traffic in the congestion …
Alumni In Action
Sam Berzok… current job and how your role contributes to making an impact. I am an Analyst at Moody's Ratings. In the Public … class? Race, Ethnicity, Class & Gender in American Cities with Dr. Leon What skills did you develop at NYU …
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Alumni in Action: Creating a Nationwide Social Investment Program with the White House… in city government, Kristin created an innovative Social Impact Bond that uses private investments for government …
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Furman Center Receives MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions… The Furman Center's impactful research works to improve cities through rigorous research and data analysis. …
Alumni In Action
Quintin Haynes… service and at NYU. How did your experiences at NYU Wagner impact your career? My time at Wagner supported my work in … Wagner and be able to implement that theory at work. What impact do you hope to make through your career and/or organization? I am interested in the future of cities and how they deliver services and improve the quality …
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A Matched Analysis of the Association Between Federally Mandated Smoke-Free Housing Policies and Health Outcomes Among Medicaid-enrolled Children in Subsidized Housing, 2015-2019, New York CitySmoke-free housing policies are intended to reduce the deleterious health effects of secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure, but there is limited evidence regarding their health impacts. We examined associations between implementation of a federal smoke-free …
Alumni In Action
Deborah Burke… of my grantmaking strategies are focused on the power of cities and finding balance for diverse stakeholder groups. How did being in New York impact your professional journey? I was fortunate to work …
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Robyn Stein… Stein has worked in-house and as a consultant to leverage impact, drive visibility, and generate revenue on issues …
Capstone Projects
Building a Foundation for Organizational and Programmatic Evaluation… studied the historical context and implementation of the Impact Schools Initiative (led by the NYPD and Department of … assess their compatibility (or incompatibility) with the Impact Schools initiative. The team has provided their client …
Capstone Projects
Building a Foundation for Organizational and Programmatic Evaluation… studied the historical context and implementation of the Impact Schools Initiative (led by the NYPD and Department of … assess their compatibility (or incompatibility) with the Impact Schools initiative. The team has provided their client …
Faculty Profile
Chong-Lim Lee… is a 2021 Fellow in the Women InPower network of social impact-focused senior-level women leaders in New York City, … selected by the 92NY Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact. She received her B.A. from The Johns Hopkins …
Alumni In Action
Maitri Pujara… the idea of ecological urbanism, sustainable and resilient cities, and communities. My recent work includes urban design … its unparalleled fusion of academic excellence, real-world impact, and policy-based approach, compared to other leading … leaders shaping a future of profound societal change. What impact do you hope to make through your career and/or …
Alumni In Action
Theresa Jenkinson… service in a program that was committed to innovation and impact. Its location and role in the New York community also … including the capstone, were very impactful as well. What impact do you hope to make through your career? I hope to …
Capstone Projects
MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS: DEVELOPING AN EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS SYSTEMThe New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is a city agency that works to provide affordable housing throughout New York City's five boroughs to low and moderate-income residents. To fulfill its mission to serve over 400,000 tenants, NYCHA developed …