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Faculty Profile
Sonia M. OspinaSonia M. Ospina, Professor Emerita of Public Management and Policy at the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, is a sociologist by training, and an expert in qualitative research. Her interests in the participatory, inclusive and collaborative …
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Henry Hart Rice Urban Policy Forum—Detroit Rising: Crisis, Bankruptcy & Reinvention | April 27, 2016Henry Hart Rice Urban Policy Forum—Detroit Rising: Crisis, Bankruptcy & Reinvention | April 27, 2016 …
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State of the Art and New Directions in Risk Assessment and Risk Management: Fundamental Issues of Measurement and ManagementThis book provides an interdisciplinary and international characterization of the state of the art and science of risk analysis. Such an analysis is needed to ensure better management of choices concerning environmental, health and technology-based …
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Student Spotlight: Glenda Kee (MPA-PNP)Name: Glenda Kee Hometown: Singapore Program and Specialization: MPA-PNP, International Policy and Management Current employment: Teaching Assistant for UPADM-GP 140 Economics for Public Policy 1. Tell us about yourself: I’m Glenda, a …
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Depressive Symptoms in Blood Donors Notified of HIV InfectionUnderstanding more about the psychological state of persons notified of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is critical for designing notification and counseling programs that will have the most positive effect. Methods. The subjects were blood …
Alumni In Action
Mhando MbughuniHow did your experiences at NYU Wagner prepare you for your career? I needed a transition to public policy and governance. One of the most invaluable experiences I had at NYU is that I was pushed to think critically. This, in turn, helped me develop …
News
Student Spotlight: Maya Koehn-Wu (MUP 2026)In honor of Universal Human Rights Month—and Human Rights Day on December 10, which commemorates the 1948 adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights—we’re spotlighting the Displaced Migrants Action Group (DMAG) , a student-led organization at …
Faculty Profile
Jamie Levine DanielA native Clevelander, Jamie Levine Daniel is the Henry and Marilyn Taub Foundation Associate Professor of Nonprofit Management and Public Service at the New York University Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. She comes to Wagner after …
Alumni In Action
Florence JuillardWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I chose Wagner for a few reasons. First, I knew that their class schedule was flexible and I was intent on exploring my career further through internships in different nonprofits and city agencies while at …
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A Presidential Transition Reform Drafted by NYU Wagner Prof. Paul Light Looms Over Federal AgenciesThe Federal Vacancies Reform Act is hardly famous around Washington. But it is destined to start making a major impact soon on many executive branch departments and agencies that have temporary or acting officials filling vacancies that require …
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The New York Transportation JournalThis issue includes an editorial on the Bond Act by NYU Wagner Rudin Center Director, Elliot G. Sander. Also included is an interview with former Mayor of Bogota and Presidential Candidate in Colombia, Enrique Peñalosa, on important transportation …
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Event Room GuideFaculty Seminar Rooms This conference room, located on the third floor, spans 1600 square feet and can be divided into two separate spaces using an air wall. Please note that this room is for faculty only on Thursdays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and Tuesdays …
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Student Spotlight: Gabriel Negrón Torres (MUP 2026)In celebration of the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re shining a light on the Association of Latinx Students and Allies in Public Service (ALAS) —a student-led organization at NYU Wagner that builds community and advances professional …
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Introducing 105 East 17th Street105 East 17th Street will be NYU Wagner’s new home. In the bustling hub of New York City’s Union Square, the renovated building will house brand new state-of-the-art classrooms, a beautifully designed multi-purpose event space, dedicated student life …
Faculty Profile
Olu SonolaOlu Sonola is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service of NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. He is also Head of U.S. Economic Research at Fitch Ratings where he’s responsible for coverage of U.S. economics, including the …
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Program EvaluationDetermining if a policy or program is effective and impactful is an important part of working in public service. This Program Evaluation Focus Area provides both quantitative and qualitative methods and frameworks to enhance your skills for collecting and …
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The Value of Open Standards to TransportationIn this paper we present the case for open standards in the transportation industry especially from a business and economic perspective. We show that the use of open standards in the telecommunication industry has helped fuel that industry's growth in the …
News
American Academy of Arts and Sciences Elects NYU Wagner Dean Sherry Glied a 2022 FellowThe American Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS) has elected NYU Wagner’s Dean and Professor of Public Service Sherry Glied as a 2022 fellow. “We are celebrating a depth of achievements in a breadth of areas,” said David Oxtoby, President of the American …
Alumni In Action
Hunter BlasCan 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 technology was very recent! The initial start to my career was working in electoral …
Publication
Short and Intermediate Economic Impacts of a Terrorist-Initiated Loss of Electric Power: Case Study of New JerseyThe economic impacts of potential terrorist attacks on the New Jersey electric power system are examined using a regional econometric model. The magnitude and duration of the effects vary by type of business and income measure. We assume damage is done …
Capstone Projects
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Rural- Based Micro-Credit: A Study of the GirlsTalk! Micro-Credit Pilot Program in Ukewere, TanzaniaInternational Organization for Adolescents (IOFA) was founded in 1999 with the mission to advance the health and wellbeing of adolescents throughout the world, by providing technical assistance and program development to local partners. The Capstone team …
Capstone Projects
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Rural- Based Micro-Credit: A Study of the GirlsTalk! Micro-Credit Pilot Program in Ukewere, TanzaniaInternational Organization for Adolescents (IOFA) was founded in 1999 with the mission to advance the health and wellbeing of adolescents throughout the world, by providing technical assistance and program development to local partners. The Capstone team …
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Bachelor's-Master's Program PortalBachelor's-Master's eligibility requirements Policies Credit Requirement On our Bachelor's-Master's track, you can complete up to 21 of the required 45 credits (7 courses) for the MPA or MUP. Wagner graduate credits that you earn as an undergraduate may …
Alumni In Action
Jen LauWhy did you choose Wagner for graduate school? I chose Wagner because it gave me the flexibility to switch between part-time and full-time. I was working full-time at The Commonwealth Fund and was able to cater my coursework to my workload. Getting to …