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Public Policy SpecializationGraduates will develop a strong command of analytical frameworks, enabling them to dissect complex policy issues, structure their analysis systematically, and apply evidence-based approaches. This includes both qualitative and quantitative methods to …
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Alumni Voices: Razakh Abukar Abdirahman (MPA 2019)By Mikeala Sparks (MUP, International Development) Razakh was born in Mogadishu, Somalia (a region still under debate as to whether it is Somali or Ethiopian territory) and moved to the US during a refugee resettlement program in Seattle, WA. There, he …
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Paying in Pieces: A natural experiment on demand for life insurance under different payment schemesRisk is pervasive in low-income economies, but insurance markets tend to be under-developed and demand for existing products is often low and poorly understood. Usually, customers must buy insurance by making a single lump-sum payment . We study a …
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Dissertation… defend their dissertations in a given academic year should contact the faculty coordinators for the Research Colloquium …
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Wagner Food Policy AllianceMission The Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) is a coalition of individuals and organizations across the NYU community who are working towards a just and sustainable food system. We hope that by offering helpful resources and opportunities to drive …
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Lauren BarancoWhy did you choose NYU Wagner for graduate school? Practical, real life experience. New York City was the ultimate laboratory and classroom, with some of the greatest experts practicing at Wagner. Being a school for Public Service made it stand out among …
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Rutika NaikTell me about your background when you started at NYU Wagner. Why were you drawn to the MHA program? I have over ten years of clinical experience in various settings such as hospitals, ICU, outpatient, sub-acute, long-term, and home health as a Physical …
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The Microfinance Business Model: Enduring Subsidy and Modest ProfitRecent evidence suggests only modest social and economic impacts of microfinance. Favorable cost-benefit ratios then depend on low costs. This paper calculates the costs of microcredit and other elements of the microcredit business model using proprietary …
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This is how we sound: Quick Tips… to view the full written style guide Have other questions? Contact wagner.communications@nyu.edu …
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Elective Courses… & Infrastructure Focus Area As the first point of contact in almost every citizen’s journey to an …
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Policy Areas Reports Quick Fixes to Lock in Wins for Workers: How States Can Preserve New Federal Protections (co-author Paul Sonn), National Employment Law Project, November 26, 2024. Power in partnership: How government agencies and community partners are joining …
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Maitri PujaraCan you tell us a bit about your job responsibilities? I currently work as an Urban Planner at Gensler in New York City. Gensler is the world’s leading global architecture, design, planning, and strategic consulting firm, with 6,000+ staff working across …
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Patrick HessHow did being in New York impact your professional journey? I had been living in New York for 5+ years when I started at Wagner, and my time in graduate school further opened up the city for me in ways that I did not expect. The university and the city …
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Student Spotlight: Ceinna Little (MUP 2024)Ceinna Little (MUP 2024) embarked on her urban planning journey fueled by a profound personal experience that sparked a keen interest in housing, the impacts of gentrification, and the policies influencing city planning. This catalyst not only inspired …
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Master of Urban Planning Application Checklist… not exceed two pages each. You must provide the names and contact information of your recommenders when prompted in the … require an evaluation for a study abroad semester. Please contact wagner.admissions@nyu.edu for questions or … do not submit your payment. The Admissions Office will contact you regarding your fee waiver status. We can not …
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Master of Public Administration Application Checklist… not exceed two pages each. You must provide the names and contact information of your recommenders when prompted in the … require an evaluation for a study abroad semester. Please contact wagner.admissions@nyu.edu for questions or … do not submit your payment. The Admissions Office will contact you regarding your fee waiver status. We can not …
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Madina P. OuedraogoWhy did you choose NYU Wagner for graduate school? I chose NYU Wagner because I wanted to attend a school that was rooted in public service. Wagner is not just a public policy school that offers a comprehensive curriculum; it is an environment that …
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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 …
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Sam BerzokWhere do you work? Describe your current job and how your role contributes to making an impact. I am an Analyst at Moody's Ratings. In the Public Finance Group, we provide credit analysis of public and nonprofit entities for bond investors. Evaluating …
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Social Cost of Carbon in U.S. Policy-Making… the role of carbon pricing . (By invitation only. Please contact Gernot Wagner with any questions.) Nature Comment …
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Alumni Spotlight: Hunter Blas (MPA-PNP 2023)Alumni Spotlight: Hunter Blas (MPA-PNP 2023), development manager, Elemental Impact Can you share your journey into climate technology? What initially drew you to this field, and how did your time at NYU Wagner shape your goals? My journey into climate …
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CYC: Getting StartedWhat are my fields of interest? (e.g. children and youth, hospital administration, housing, international development) What change do I want to make happen? (e.g. improve access to healthcare, reduce disparities in education) What roles might I want to …