Events Archive 2010

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The Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service is home to research and policy centers, institutes, and initiatives that focus on solving urban problems and strengthening public policy and public service nationally and around the world.

The Financial Access Initiative (FAI) is a consortium of researchers at NYU, Yale, Harvard and IPA focused on finding answers to how financial sectors can better meet the needs of poor households.

Since its founding in 1994, the Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy has become the leading academic research center in New York City devoted to the public policy aspects of land use, real estate development and housing.

The Institute for Civil Infrastructure Systems (ICIS) is a research and education center founded in January 1998, located at New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, and directed by Professor Rae Zimmerman. ICIS promotes interdisciplinary approaches to planning, building, and managing the complex world of civil infrastructure systems to meet their social and environmental objectives.

A university-wide, multidisciplinary enterprise, the Institute for Education and Social Policy was founded by former Wagner Dean and NYU Executive Vice President Robert Berne, the Aaron Diamond Foundation's Norm Fruchter, and NYU Steinhardt School of Education Dean Ann Marcus. The Institute investigates urban education issues and studies the impact of public policy on students from poor, disadvantaged, urban communities.

New York University is proud to announce the establishment of the John Brademas Center for the Study of Congress at the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. The Center is named in honor of NYU President Emeritus and former Member of Congress, Dr. John Brademas.

The NYUAD Center for Global Public Service and Social Impact's mission is to advance international understanding and effective practice for strengthening the global public service as a driver of social impact in a constantly changing international environment. It is designed to support the entrepreneurial, effective and efficient production of public value by governments, nongovernmental organizations and private social ventures, by working through networks of scholars, opinion leaders and senior executives across the world.

Housed within the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, the Research Center for Leadership in Action (RCLA) creates collaborative learning environments that break down this isolation, foster needed connections and networks, and yield new and practical insights and strategies.

Established in 1996 at New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, and named in September 2000 in recognition of a generous gift from civic leader Lewis Rudin, the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy & Management is currently led by Mitchell Moss.

The Mission
The purpose of the project is to create and convene an interdisciplinary network of thinkers and doers (the "Network") that could help with making the transition from closed-and-centralized to open-and-collaborative institutions of governance.

The Berman Jewish Policy Archive at NYU's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service is a central address for Jewish communal and social policy, both on the web and in its home at NYU Wagner. Named for its principal funder, The Berman Foundation, BJPA's primary focus is on making the vast amount of policy-relevant material accessible and available to all those who seek it.

Global forces are dramatically changing the environments of children, youth and adults both in the United States and throughout the world. First- and second-generation immigrant children are on their way to becoming the majority of children in the U.S., bringing linguistic and cultural diversity to the institutions with which they come in contact.

NYU Wagner is affiliated with the Nathan Kline Institute, the National Hispanic Health Foundation, and the Transatlantic Policy Consortium.

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Ranked #6 in Public Affairs by U.S. News & World Report, the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service educates the future leaders of public, nonprofit, healthcare and private sector organizations addressing the world's critical issues.

Students who wish to take only a few courses at Wagner must apply as a non-degree student by the appropriate deadlines; however, non-degree and advanced certificate applicants are not eligible for scholarship consideration.

NYU Wagner offers more than 150 different courses, allowing students to select not only by degree and specialization within that degree, but also by topic area.

Capstone is learning in action. Part of the core curriculum of the MPA and MUP programs at NYU Wagner, the Capstone program combines critical learning with an opportunity to perform a public service.

The flexible and fluid world of public service requires a broad and transferable education. Housed in a school of public service, rather than a school of public policy or public affairs, the Master of Public Administration in Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy program at NYU Wagner educates professionals committed to public service in all sectors.

NYU Wagner's Health Policy and Management program has been recognized as one of the best in the country. Located in a school of public service rather than in a medical or public health school, our program crosses traditional boundaries, linking management, finance, and policy, and provides students with the cutting-edge concepts and skills needed to shape the future of health policy and management.

NYU Wagner's Master of Urban Planning program prepares students for the full set of challenges of today's cities, balancing development, community needs and social justice, provision of critical public services, sustainability and security.

Through theoretical and methodological training, Wagner's doctoral students learn how to produce insights required for effective and equitable public and nonprofit programs and policies.? Our program is interdisciplinary, flexible, and provides a wide range of academic opportunities for students.

With a powerful professional network and a flexible curriculum, the Executive MPA program helps mid-career professionals prepare for the highest levels of public service leadership.

NYU Wagner offers a number of dual degrees in conjunction with other NYU schools. Programming and academic resources can include exclusive speaker events, tailored orientations and designated faculty and administrative advisors.

The Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service offers a set of courses and minors open only to undergraduates. All of the courses are taught by Wagner School faculty who are recognized experts in their fields and provide students with an opportunity to explore some of the most important public policy issues facing policy-makers and practitioners at the local and national level today.

Students arrive at NYU with the desire to serve the public. They leave with the skills and experience to bring about change. Combining coursework in management, finance and policy with cutting-edge research and work experience in urban communities, the NYU Wagner education will enable you to transform your personal commitment into public leadership.

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The admissions process is designed to review the overall potential of applicants to determine which students will succeed in their studies and their careers.

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Attending graduate school is an investment in your future and a serious commitment of time and money. There are many ways students can fund an NYU Wagner education and we strongly encourage you to seek out all possibilities.

We understand that attending NYU Wagner is both an investment in time and money. We are committed to helping our students identify and maximize the resources that will enable them to afford a Wagner education.

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These procedures supplement the Student Disciplinary Procedures of New York University, as approved by the vote of the Wagner school faculty on December 16, 2010.

NYU Wagner has several advisement options for students, including student and program services administrators, faculty advisors and the Office of Career Services.

Composing Your Career is a guide to help you on your path to work that matters to the public and to you.

The Wagner Student Association encourages students to get involved in extracurricular life at NYU Wagner through student organizations, volunteer efforts and community events.

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NYU Wagner's Office of Career Services (OCS) provides students and alumni with the resources needed to build successful public service careers. Explore our resources for Job seekers and employers.

During Walk-In Hours and Scheduled Appointments, OCS advisors provide students and alumni with one-on-one career counseling. Visit us to discuss resumes and cover letters, prepare for interviews, discuss work-place issues and more.

NYU Wagner's Career Directory is an online database of job, internship and fellowship postings across the field of public service. Students and alumni can log-in to view postings, RSVP for career events, and search employer profiles.

NYU Wagner's Office of Career Services has created a variety of guides to assist students and alumni in the career planning process. Learn how to compose compelling resumes, negotiate job offers, prepare for interviews and more.

WAG-NET, NYU Wagner's online networking database, connects students and alumni who are interested in sharing professional advice. Register to explore career options, create professional networks and stay abreast of industry trends.

OCS offers resources to help public service employers recruit permanent staff and obtain critical support from experienced interns and/or Capstone teams. Learn more about NYU Wagner, post positions, and connect with candidates.

As seasoned professionals, recent college graduates or mid-career managers, NYU Wagner's students and alumni are leading change making initiatives across all sectors and public service industries. Learn about the types of jobs, internships and other professional roles our students and alumni hold.

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Information Sessions offer a great opportunity for public service employers to spread the word about staffing needs and identify promising candidates for jobs and internships. Contact us today to schedule an Info Session.

Through the on-campus recruitment program, OCS assists public service employers in posting positions, collecting applications and scheduling interviews on campus. Streamline the hiring process through our free program.

Find out how our recent alumni are faring in the job market.

OCS hosts educational and networking events to support students and alumni in their career development. Join us at our career panels, luncheons, employer information sessions, workshops and career expos.

OCS has composed lists of web-based resources to aid students and alumni in their career development activities. Browse job posting sites, professional associations, links to industry websites, and OCS library resources.

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05/14/13	Capstone Expo The Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service proudly presents the 2013 Capstone Expo Tuesday, May 14, 2013 5:00pm - 6:30pm Reception to Follow 6:30pm - 7:30pm The Capstone program is a valuable service that Wagner proudly offers to the city, the region, and the world. Join us for this year’s Capstone Expo where students will display summaries of their work.	More
05/14/13	Public Forum: Infrastructure	More
05/10/13	College & Career Readiness Brown Bag Event College & Career Readiness Brown Bag Event Presented by the Wagner Educational Policy Studies Association (WEPSA) Though the number of students graduating high school and aspiring towards college has risen, college graduation rates remain flat, leading policy makers to shift their focus from high school graduation to college readiness. But what does college readiness really mean? How can it be measured? And how can policy-makers use college-ready indicators to help bridge the aspirations-attainment gap? Vanessa Coca, Institute for Education Sciences-funded Predoctoral Interdisciplinary Research Training Fellow, Research Alliance for New York City Schools, will introduce these topics and lead brown-bag participants in a hands-on look at how college-ready indicators are used in New York City. The Research Alliance for New York City Schools conducts rigorous studies on topics that matter to the city’s public schools. The Research Alliance strives to advance equity and excellence in education by providing non-partisan evidence about policies and practices that promote students' development and academic success.	More
05/10/13	Is Fair Trade Really Fair? The $6.6 Billion Debate Is Fair Trade Really Fair? The $6.6 Billion Debate Presented by the International Public Service Association (IPSA) Does Fair Trade Certification help farmers? Or are companies really the ones reaping the benefits from the Certification label that purports to impact lives and protect the environment? Join International Development Professor John Gershman and the International Public Service Association (IPSA) in a discussion of the merits and challenges of Fair Trade sourcing as a corporate sustainability practice. Attendees peruse several short articles before the reading group meets to become acquainted with the topic (optional). Refreshments and wine will be served.	More
05/08/13	New York City's Crime Decline in the Age of Stop & Frisk	More
05/07/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: The Use of Economic Statecraft in Overcoming Political Impasse in North Africa The Use of Economic Statecraft in Overcoming Political Impasse in North Africa with Julie Egan, visiting professor, NYU Wagner School of Public Policy, Council on Foreign Relations International Affairs Fellow, U.S. Department of State	More
05/06/13	How Can Africans Unite? Open Dialogue How Can Africans Unite? Open Dialogue Presented by the Wagner Student Association for Africa (WSAFA) Co-sponsored by the Africans Views Organization, AAVOON Computer Solution, and the AfriMETRO Organization Tanzanian President Julius Nyerere confessed during the his 21st century African Unity Speech on 6 March 1997 in Accra that the African states' independent founding fathers did not pursue the objective of African unity with the vigor, commitment and sincerity that it deserved. The first President and Prime Minister of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah, said that 'the People of Africa are crying for unity. Unity seems just as relevant now, as it was then. Nelson Mandela has a dream of the realization of the unity of Africa, whereby its leaders combine in their efforts to solve the problems of the continent. But the question remains after the feel-good poetry has waned, how can Africans unite? This is the question in mind of most Intelligent Africans all over the world. How can Africans unite? The unity people are demanding is not that of cultural homogeneity, but that of cultural diversity. Some are even saying there is no need for leaders, just functional systems. Many are looking for unity beyond the oceans. These conversations have already started in many academic places. Please join us in this open dialogue as we explore the most objective mechanism for achieving the goal of a politically and economically united Africa in this generation.	More
05/06/13	Salesforce Workshop Part Deux Salesforce Workshop Part Deux Presented by wagner+ Did you know over 18,000 nonprofits use Salesforce? Come add an in-demand tech skill to your resume with our workshop! Part Two of our Salesforce Workshop taught by Professor Patrick Yurgosky will be held Monday, May 6th, 6-8pm, in the Mulberry Conference Room in Puck. Please bring your own laptop. Snacks and good company will be provided. BEFORE THE WORKSHOP: If you missed Part One, easily catch up by: 1) Signing up on the Force.com website http://developer.force.com/join 2) Completing tutorial 1 and 2 in the Salesforce workbook: http://www.salesforce.com/us/developer/docs/workbook/workbook.pdf	More
05/03/13	Wagner Philanthropy Conference 2013 Wagner Philanthropy Conference 2013 At Wagner Philanthropy's inaugural conference, attendees will analyze the role of philanthropy in a wide range of sectors, develop concrete grantmaking and fundraising skills, explore potential career paths, and build a community committed to a common interest in philanthropy. This conference is for students at NYU Wagner, NYU and universities in New York City who are interested in philanthropy; early-to-mid career fundraising and grantmaking professionals; and students of other disciplines interested in how philanthropy will impact the policies, management and financial health of their careers and fields of interests. For more information, please visit http://wagnerphilanthropy.weebly.com/wp-conference.html.	More
05/03/13	Sustainable Sweets: A Conversation with Fair Trade Cocoa Farmers & Oikocredit Sustainable Sweets: A Conversation with Fair Trade Cocoa Farmers & Oikocredit Join Divine Chocolate, the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA), the International Public Service Association (IPSA), and Oikocredit USA in a presentation and discussion with members of the Kuapa Kokoo Cocoa Cooperative. Ghana is the world's second largest producer of cocoa after Ivory Coast and cocoa is its largest agricultural export. Kuapa Kokoo is a cocoa farmers' cooperative founded in 1993 and now represents over 65,000 cocoa farmer households. It is the major fair trade farmers cooperative in cocoa and in 1998, Kuapa Kokoo, in partnership with other organizations, formed its own marketing organization, Divine Chocolate, which markets fair trade chocolate products worldwide. Established first in the UK, its subsidiary Divine Chocolate-USA was established in 2007, and the cooperative owns nearly half of the company . Since its founding, Kuapa Kokoo has enforced gender quotas for representation at all levels of governance. Come and hear directly from two cocoa farmers and leading members of the Kuapa Kokoo cooperative. Additionally, someone from Oikocredit USA, a worldwide financial cooperative, will speak about its partnership with Kuapa Kokoo, which enables sustainable agriculture and income generation through microcredit. Divine Chocolate and wine will be served.	More
05/02/13	IPSA's 2nd Annual Fair Trade Fashion Show IPSA's 2nd Annual Fair Trade Fashion Show NYU Wagner’s International Public Service Association is excited to partner with the NYC Fair Trade Coalition to bring local fashion designers who adhere to Fair trade business practices in their production of clothing, jewelry and accessories. Come and learn about these amazing designers, vendors, and watch Wagner students strut their inner model down the runway! Join us for a night of fair trade fashion, food, shopping and fun! Fair trade is a system of exchange that ensures livable wages to the workers, safe working conditions, and employing environmentally sound company practices. Typically when we think of ‘fair trade’ practices, agricultural products from bananas to coffee come to mind, but fair trade is not just about food. Everything from the clothes we wear to the pens we write with have impacts on the workers who make them. Designers featured: Mccoll&Clan, Tori Famuyiwa, ReciclaGEM and Reborn. Vendors featured: Nuts+Nuts, Pokuasi, Kopali Organics, Retalhos Cariocas, Urban Mano Maya, Mushmina, Work Shelter and The Lotus Oddesy, Tout le Monde, Divine Chocolate, Runa Tea, Marquet, Global Goods Partners, and Handcraft Justice, among others.	More
04/29/13	The Castle II: An Evening with The Fortune Society The Castle II: An Evening with The Fortune Society The Fortune Society and the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service present a production of the off-Broadway show Variety Magazine calls "profoundly eloquent." The Castle II tells the story of four formerly imprisoned New Yorkers, with a total of 60 years of incarceration. Conceived and directed by Fortune Society founder David Rothenberg, and performed by those who lived the stories, these individuals share their stunningly raw journeys through crime, privation and redemption, all tied together by their shared time at The Fortune Society's flagship residential facility in Harlem, The Fortune Academy (a.k.a. "The Castle"). After the show, join us for a cocktail hour and an open dialogue about the work Fortune Society is doing to help Open the Door for individuals re-entering society. About The Fortune Society The Fortune Society is a nationally renowned prisoner re-entry support organization founded in New York City in 1969. Its mission is to support successful reentry from prison and promote alternatives to incarcerations, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities. Fortune Society serves more than 3,000 men and women annually through programs including Alternatives to Incarceration, drop-in services, employment and training services, education, family and health services, housing options and substance abuse treatment. Co-sponsored by Students for Criminal Justice Reform	More
04/24/13	ASPA Career Panel, Board Meeting and Professional Networking American Society for Public Administration Career Panel, Board Meeting, and Professional Networking Presented by Wagner Management and Leadership Organization Join WMLO and the NY Metro chapter of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) for a career panel featuring local professionals followed by an ASPA board meeting and networking event. The career panel will feature ASPA members' diverse professions in NY and the role their ASPA membership has played. The panel will be followed by the monthly ASPA board meeting and networking with local members. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about ASPA and engage with accomplished professionals. Panelists include: - Patricia M. Araujo, Federal Mediator, U.S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, New York District Office - William Ciaccio, Senior Director, Metropolitan Transit Authority New York City Transit - Sheila Johnson, ASPA President, New York Metropolitan Chapter; Associate, Morgan Stanley; and Adjunct Lecturer of Public Administration, City University of New York - Carla Lewis-Irizarry, Brooklyn College Adjunct Lecturer, State Council Member, NYS Independent Living Council - Jonathan Vega, Supervising Investigator, New York City Department of Buildings and ASPA Board Member New York Metropolitan Chapter The American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) is a national professional organization dedicated to better government and excellence in the public service. Established in 1939, ASPA is the largest and most prominent professional association in the field of public administration with a diverse membership of more than 10,000 practitioners, academicians and students. For more information, click here.	More
04/22/13	Public Forum: Housing and Hurricane Sandy	More
04/19/13	Thinking Outside the Tent: Using Urban Planning in Post-Disaster Settings to Create Innovations in Humanitarian Assistance Thinking Outside the Tent: Using Urban Planning in Post-Disaster Settings to Create Innovations in Humanitarian Assistance Presented by the International Public Service Association (IPSA) and the Urban Planning Student Association (UPSA) Please join IPSA on April 19th from 5pm to 6:30pm for a special event entitled: "Thinking Outside the Tent: Using Urban Planning in Post-Disaster Settings to Create Innovations in Humanitarian Assistance". The event features Charles A. Setchell, Senior Shelter, Settlements, and Hazard Mitigation Advisor of USAID Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance. He will be discussing innovative response mechanisms post disaster, through an urban planning perspective. From neighborhood approaches, community planning, and host family innovations, Setchell draws on experience from Haiti, to Afghanistan, Honduras to Indonesia.	More
04/18/13	Local Governance & Food Systems Local Governance and Food Systems Presented by NYU Food Law, Wagner Food Policy Alliance, the Green Rabbits, and the NYU Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health As enthusiasm for building sustainable local food systems continues to grow, the discussion is starting to shift from a focus on entrepreneurship and enlightened consumerism to the need for civic engagement around food issues. In response to this need for collaborative problem-solving in the public sphere, the number of food policy councils in North America has nearly doubled in the past two years, reaching almost 200, and a growing number of municipalities are actively engaged in food systems planning. New York City is at the forefront of this movement and this panel brings together some of the city’s leading figures in food policy and planning to discuss the role of local governance in building sustainable food systems. Featuring: -Mark Izeman (NYU Law alumnus), Senior Attorney and Director of the Natural Resource Defense Council’s New York Urban Program. -Kim Kessler (NYU Law alumna), Food Policy Coordinator, Mayor Bloomberg’s Office -Nevin Cohen, Professor of Urban and Environmental Studies, The New School -Beatriz Beckford, Director of Organizing & Policy, Brooklyn Food Coalition -Emily Broad Leib, Director of the Food Law and Policy Clinic, Harvard Law School Light snacks will be provided by Jimmy Carbone of Jimmy's No. 43	More
04/17/13	Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for "Continuum" by Rodolfo Edwards *Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for Continuum* by Rodolfo Edwards** Please join us in celebrating the opening of Continuum, the Spring-2013 exhibition at the Gallery Space at Wagner. Staged in recognition of the 50th anniversary of NYU Wagner’s urban planning program, the exhibit features mixed-media works on canvas and a sculptural installation by Chilean architect and visual artist Rodolfo Edwards. With Continuum, Edwards delves further into his current studio practice by creating a series of deconstructed city landscapes and abstract configurations informed by his study of architecture, cartography, and urban design. Rich in color and compositional rhythm, the works are vividly populated by a complex array of patterns, grids, hues, and meticulously selected photographic fragments extracted from recycled materials. The compositions resulting from this intermingling of collage and painting techniques are at once intricate studies on perspective and spatial management and an absorbing display of pictorial narratives. Continuum is curated by Frankie Crescioni-Santoni and co-presented by the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. The exhibit is co-sponsored by NYU Wagner’s Urban Planning Student Association (UPSA) and the Student Network Exploring Arts & Culture (SNEAC).	More
04/17/13	Exploring Public-Private Partnerships in Education Exploring Public-Private Partnerships in Education Presented by Wagner Education Policy Studies Association (WEPSA) and Wagner Philanthropy (WP) In an era of budget crises and heightened accountability, public schools, educators, and policymakers across the U.S. are increasingly turning to resources beyond traditional governmental funding. Major funders such as the Gates, Walton, and Broad Foundations have become leading players in shaping education policies, often aligned with reform-oriented policymakers. From Chicago, to D.C., to Miami, public education funds leverage private resources to help districts experiment with new innovations and support. For public charter schools that lack access to district economies of scale, external resources are often essential to securing physical space and serving all students. Join WEPSA and Wagner Philanthropy for an interactive panel discussion on the role of these partnerships featuring Julia Bator, CEO of the Fund for Public Schools, Christina Brown, Chief of Staff at NYC Charter School Center, Recy Dunn Regional Director, New Leaders and Michael Duffy, adjunct associate professor of management at Wagner and Managing Director of Victory Education Partners. Light breakfast will be served.	More
04/16/13	Mi Voz, My Vote Series: The Dream Act and Immigration Reform Mi Voz, My Vote Series: The Dream Act and Immigration Reform To conclude the Mi Voz, My Vote series hosted by the Association of Latin@s and Allies in Public Service (ALAS), The Dream Act and Immigration Reform will explore issues related to The Dream Act and the policies that have taken shape around immigration reform. The event will feature a panel discussion, a Q&A session, and networking. Hors d'oeuvre and drinks will be served! Panelists: Meghan Tadio: Chief of Staff for Assemblymember Francisco Moya Richard André: Policy Associate at Council of the Americas Yohan Garcia, Hunter College Student - “Dreamer” Alexandra Ruiz, Executive Director of Immigration Advocacy Matters Agenda 6:00 - 6:15 - Welcome and Introductions 6:15 - 7:00 - Moderated Panel Discussion 7:00 - 7:15 - Audience Q&A 7:15 - 7:20 - Closing Remarks 7:20 - 8:00 - Networking Session	More
04/16/13	Aid and Development: The Future of Africa Aid and Development: The Future of Africa Presented by the Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) Co-Sponsored by AFRIKANSPORT and Rock Me Africa Magazine As we approach the end of the United Nations' Millenium Development Goals, the current debate is what comes after, what would be the role of Aid in solving developmental challenges on the African continent. We will explore this debate through the lens of Official Development Assistance (ODA) and other remittances, including the role of China. The discourse will be centered on Aid in the current Africa landscape, the rise of new donors, changes in the way Aid is delivered, and the future of Aid landscape given the post-2015 MDGs debate. The objective of this panel is to enlighten the public about the politics involved in Aid and international development, and also to review whether Aid is still necessary for Africa’s growth and development. Even though the continent has received over $1 Trillion in international Aid (ODA+), recent evidence still suggests that the greatest challenge of poverty reduction lies in Africa. This panel will thus discuss the implications of foreign aid, the current state of foreign aid, and the future of foreign aid in Africa from various perspectives. Keynote: Ayodele Odusola MDGs and Policy Adviser United Nations Development Program, New York Office Panel Moderator Scott Fritzen Professor of Pubilc Policy Associate Dean, Academic Affairs NYU Wagner Panelists Kambale Musavuli Human Rights Activist and National Spokesperson Friends of the Congo Nathalie Chinje International Business Management and Marketing Consultant Founder and Director Upbeat Marketing Wale Idris Ajibade Founder and Executive Director African Views Ishmael Dodoo UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa (CST/ESA)	More
04/15/13	Executive MPA Information Session Executive MPA Information Session RSVP HERE	More
04/15/13	Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus Please join us for a lecture and Q&A by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus. Professor Yunus is best known as the founder of the Grameen Bank and as a passionate advocate for microcredit and social enterprise. In 2006, Professor Yunus and Grameen Bank were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Professor Yunus has won awards and accolades worldwide for his work. He is one of only seven people to have won the Nobel Peace Prize, Presidential Medal of Freedom, and Congressional Gold Medal. Professor Yunus will discuss his passion and vision for serving the poor through inclusive social businesses that serve poor households in Bangladesh, including Grameen Bank, GrameenPhone, and Grameen Danone Foods, an innovative joint venture with Groupe Danone. This event is co-sponsored by NYU Wagner's Financial Access Initiative and NYU Stern. For directions and maps click here. *Note: Event registration doesn't guarantee a seat. All seating will be on a first come, first served basis.	More
04/13/13	Hack: Student Engagement Hack: Student Engagement Presented by Wagner Education Policy Alliance and Bridge: Students for Innovation Roll up your sleeves, and join WEPSA and the Bridge Design Lab for a day of brainstorming and problem solving at this interactive event, loosely modeled on a hackathon. According to recent surveys, just four in 10 U.S. high school students are engaged with school and two thirds of students are bored every day. Some argue that this is due to an excessive focus on standardized testing at the expense of critical thinking and other 21st century skills. Others are concerned that disengaged students drop out and become disconnected not just from school, but from the workforce and successful careers. How might educational policies, practices, organizations and technologies make high school more engaging? In this day long workshop, participants will explore the role of relationships, support environments, and creative stimulation in engaging students while working together in interdisciplinary teams following a facilitated design thinking process. Experts from Match Education, the NYC Department of Education Office of Innovation, the Future Project, Knowre and more will help provide inspiration; the ultimate experts on high school, current students themselves will also join teams as participants in the team design process.	More
04/12/13	10th Annual IPSA Conference: Innovations in International Development 9:30 am Opening Remarks Natalie Privett, Assistant Professor of Management and Policy at NYU Wagner 9:40 am Humanitarian Work Psychology: A New Direction for I/O Psychology Mary O'Neill Berry, Global Task Force for Humanitarian Work Psychology 9:50 am How Technology Can Make Government Better Beth Noveck, Director of the White House Open Government Initiative (2009-2011) 10:00 am A Few Words on Educational Technology Jim Teicher, Director of CyberSmart Africa	More
04/12/13	Language Matters: A Workshop on Public Service, Identity, and How we use Language Language Matters: A Workshop on Public Service, Identity, and How we use Language Presented by the Stonewall Policy Alliance (SPA), the Association of Latinas and Allies in Public Service (ALAS), the Black Student Association (BSA), the Wagner Women's Caucus (WWC), and the Wagner International Student Society (WISS) Language matters. This workshop will engage participants to think critically around issues of identity and language within the context of their public service careers. The workshop will draw direct links between language and its impact on public work and provide tools for students to sustain these discussions and thoughts post-workshop.	More
04/11/13	Parish Hall Tasting Party Parish Hall Tasting Party Presented by the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) Join fellow Wagnerds, Foodsters, and Advocates alike for an evening of conversation, cocktails, and more. The Wagner Food Policy Alliance is pleased to partner with a Brooklyn pioneer, Parish Hall for what promises to be a delicious evening. Wagner Alum, Suzanne Zuppello is the Operations Manager at this locally-sourced saloon and has special specials to match your grad student budget, with your discerning foodie palate all while supporting local suppliers in a sustainable way. If that's not enough to make you RSVP immediately, check out some of the tantalizing photos and read about the Parish Hall food mission here: parishhall.net Wait, did we mention it's actually in Brooklyn? Only a 20 minute trip from the Puck building! Hope you will join us!	More
04/11/13	WFPA: Career Chat with One Acre Fund Career Chat with One Acre Fund Presented by Wagner Food Policy Alliance Interested in a career in sustainable agricultural development? Come learn what it's like to work directly with smallholder farmers in East Africa with Barrett Prinz, Global Director of Human Resources and Legal for One Acre Fund. Launched in 2006, One Acre Fund works against persistent hunger and food security by working with small farmers in high-need regions in order to boost crop yields and create lasting models for economic development, food security and improved nutrition. As an organization, One Acre Fund has grown rapidly since its inception and hopes to expand beyond Rwanda, Burundi and Kenya into new countries and regions in order to meets its mission of serving millions of farmers. One Acre Fund is currently hiring for a number of positions, including New Country Scout, M&E Associate, Finance Analyst and many more. During this one hour session participants will have a chance to learn about the One Acre Fund model, what it's like to work for the organization and the nature of the recruiting process, with ample time allotted for Q&A.	More
04/11/13	NYU Cogeneration Plant Tour NYU Cogeneration Plant Tour Presented by Wagner Environmental Policy and Action (WEPA) Heat, light, power... they are the necessary evils of daily life. Even those of us who love the earth best, would have a hard time forgoing a smart phone and hot showers. Universities take a lot of power to run, and NYU's new combined heat and power (CHP) plant provides high temperature hot water to 40 NYU buildings and also provides electrical power to an additional 18 to 20 NYU buildings. Because of its high energy efficiencies the CHP plant provides a 75% decrease of regulated pollutants, and a decrease of over 5,000 tons of greenhouse pollutants annually, than both the former plant and the local utility. The new CHP Electrical plant is located under the plaza along the west side of Mercer Street between West 3rd Street and West 4th Street. The plaza was re-designed using a collaborative and open process to be a more inviting, usable, and visibly pleasing space. On Thursday, April 11th at 3pm, come tour the CHP plant with WEPA! We'll be burrowing beneath the gross NYC streets to see a true modern marvel. The Roman aqueducts have nothing on this, probably. We'll meet in the lobby of Warren Weaver Hall (the Courant Institute) on Mercer St.	More
04/09/13	Short Talks, Big Ideas: Transportation Innovations Short Talks, Big Ideas: Transportation Innovations Presented by the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management What's new in transportation? Join the NYU Rudin Center for this high-energy series of short talks about how we're using, improving and thinking about the future of transportation. Several speakers will make short presentations about new projects and concepts, followed by networking and refreshments. Confirmed speakers include: - Stephanie Camay, Parsons Brinckerhoff, Public involvement in transportation projects - Guillaume Charny-Brunet, FaberNovel, 6 Billion Rides - Jeff Ferzoco, Owner, Jeff Ferzoco Design and Senior Fellow, RPA, Mapping innovation - Bob Leonard, EarthGarage, Sustainable personal vehicles - Alexis Perrotta, Columbia University, Can social fares improve NYCT? - Anthony Townsend, NYU Wagner, Bike census - Chris Whong, NYU Wagner, Baltimore Circulatorbuddy - Adam Zaranko, NYC Economic Development Corporation, East River Ferry Service Moderated by Sarah Kaufman, NYU Rudin Center Register below, and join the discussion on Twitter at #BigIdeas13 This event is co-sponsored by the University Transportation Research Center	More
04/09/13	Local Innovations in Bus Rapid Transit: A Panel Discussion Local Innovations in Bus Rapid Transit: A Panel Discussion Presented by the Wagner Transportation Association (WTA) and the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management This panel will focus on innovative bus planning in the New York Metro area, and the unique challenges it presents to both policy makers and citizens. This topic is particularly timely given the recent progress being made in the installation of bus lanes and Select Bus Service in the five boroughs. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) also has a place in the upcoming mayoral race, as most major candidates have publicly expressed their views on it. Speakers include: Eric Beaton, Transit Development Group Director, New York City Department of Transportation Ted Orosz, Long Range Bus Planning Director, Metropolitan Transit Authority Tom Marchwinski, Senior Director of Research & Forecasting at New Jersey Transit	More
04/05/13	Police and Community Relations Police and Community Relations Presented by the Association of Latin@as in Public Service (ALAS), the Black Student Association (BSA), the Stonewall Policy Alliance (SPA), and the Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) The Association of Latin@as in Public Service (ALAS), the Black Student Association (BSA), the Stonewall Policy Alliance (SPA), and Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) seek to highlight the relationship between the NYPD and various ethnic communities in New York City, as it informs public safety policies, community enrichment programs and civil liberties protection. Policy Framework Compstat Target Impact Zones Stop, Question and Frisk Policy Community Safety Act Panelists: Councilman Jumaane D. Williams - District 45 Prof. Eugene O'Donnell, John Jay College of Criminal Justice Karina Claudio-Betancourt, Lead Organizer - Make The Road Robert Ganji, Director, Urban Justice Center - Police Reform Organizing Project (PROP) Mitchyll Mora, Youth Leader and Researcher, Streetwise and Safe	More
04/05/13	Immigration Reform and the Asian Pacific American Community Immigration Reform and the Asian Pacific American Community Presented by the Asian Pacific American Student Alliance (APASA) The Asian Pacific American Student Alliance (APASA) is proud to present its first annual signature event : Immigration Reform and the Asian Pacific American Community. Come join APASA, current Wagner students, alums, and community members for a roundtable discussion addressing Asian Pacific American (APA) immigration trends, health disparities impacting immigrant communities, civic engagement in the APA community, and legislation for immigration reform. The discussion will be facilitated by NYU Professor Shankar Prasad and feature invited APA community leaders May Y. Chen, Commissioner of the White House Advisory Commission on Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders, Dr. Chau Trinh, Assistant Professor at NYU Langone Medical Center's Center for the Study of Asian American Health, Steve Choi, Executive Director of the MinKwon Center for Community Action, and more. Snacks and beverages will be provided.	More
04/04/13	GMO Labeling: Do We Need It? GMO Labeling: Do We Need It? Presented by Wagner Food Policy Alliance Polls show 90% of Americans want the right to know what’s in the food they buy. The Biotech industry maintains GMOs pose no special risk and so labeling is unnecessary; The New York Times Editorial Board agrees. Labeling proponents counter that existing research studies on GMO safety are industry-conducted and inadequate; human health risks remain unknown. Labels will allow consumers to make informed decisions. So, to label or not to label? Spurred on by moderator Frederick Kaufman’s provocative questions, our panel of experts will share their differing points of view on this hot-button topic, leaving the audience to decide in which camp they stand. Moderator: Frederick Kaufman Author, Journalist, CUNY Graduate School of Journalism Panelists: Dr. Walter S. De Jong Cornell University, Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics Dr. Carolyn Dimitri NYU Steinhardt , Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health Jean Halloran Consumers Union, Food Policy Initiatives Patty Lovera Food & Water Watch, Food Team This event is open to the public. For more information, visit http://wagnerfpa.wordpress.com/ or contact Stacie Orell: so257@nyu.edu \| 917-545-9990 \| gmofreeny.net	More
04/03/13	Film Screening: The Long Shadow of Incarceration's Stigma Film Screening: The Long Shadow of Incarceration's Stigma Presented by the Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) Please join SCJR for a screening of the documentary short film "The Long Shadow of Incarceration's Stigma." The United States imprisons more people than any other nation in the world. An estimated 700,000 people are released from prison in the United States every year. Where do they all go? How do they find employment, housing, education and reunite with their families? Photographers Jessica Dimmock, Ashley Gilbertson, Ron Haviv and Ed Kashi teamed with Supervising Producer Kimberly Soenen and Think Outside the Cell to produce a multimedia documentary short film about the experience of reentry and the stigma formerly incarcerated persons endure while reentering society after release from prison in the United States. Learn more at www.EndTheStigmaFilmSeries.com. A Q&A session will follow the film with: Sheila Rule, Executive Director and Founder of Think Outside the Cell Foundation Yolanda Johnson-Peterkin, Women’s Prison Association Ismael Cedeno, Fortune Society and The National Reentry Resource Center Marlon Peterson, Associate Director, Crown Heights Community Mediation Center, Center for Court Innovation	More
03/29/13	Urban Exposure: Out in Public Urban Exposure: Out in Public Presented by NYU Wagner's Stonewall Policy Alliance, Urban Planning Student Association, and Student Network Exploring Arts and Culture Urban Exposure is an arts contest followed by a one-day showcase of selected artists; it is open to aspiring and student artists interested in exploring tangible and intangible elements of the urban geography. Now in its second year running, Urban Exposure is proud to announce its new theme for this year: Out in Public. This year’s contest explores the role of public spaces in making the life, challenges, and victories of the LGBT community more visible. This year's artists will present a wide range of queer public forums, from the internet and social media to equal rights protests in public parks and streets. We will be featuring the work of photographers, performers, and activists from events all over the world. This event is free and open to the public.	More
03/29/13	Learning to Lead Learning to Lead Presented by the Wagner Women's Caucus (WWC) and the Wagner Management and Leadership Organization (WMLO) This event includes two interactive workshops and a panel discussion with a focus on women's leadership and strengthening professional skills. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in two workshops: negotiation and risk-taking led by Fiona Greig (Deputy Budget Director for the City of Philadelphia and McKinsey & Co), and utilizing personal strengths for leadership led by Bethany Godsoe (Executive Director of NYU Wagner's Research Center for Leadership in Action). To close the event, participants will hear from several accomplished women leaders in public service during the panel discussion and short networking reception.	More
03/29/13	5th Annual Wagner Variety Show 5th Annual Wagner Variety Show Presented by Wagner Student Association (WSA) Bringing together administration, faculty, and students for one night of unforgetable singing, dancing, comedy, and many other quirky talents. Tickets will go on sale this Monday in the Puck lobby. $5 for early bird tickets and $10 at the door. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show starts at 6:30 pm Stop by the Urban Exposure exhibit in Puck before making your way to Housing Works!	More
03/28/13	Film Screening: Mugabe: Villain or Hero? *Film Screening: Mugabe: Villain or Hero?* Presented by the Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) and co-sponsored by The African Affairs Committee of the United Nations Association Young Professional (UNA-SNY Young Professionals), AfriMETRO, New York, Afrikanspot, Society of International Business and Development (SIBD), African Development Institute (ADI) and Council of Young African Leaders (CYAL) Is there more to President Robert Mugabe and Zimbabwe than is being shown on our television screens? What's the true extent of Mugabe's support inside Zimbabwe? What has happened to the country that they called the bread basket of Africa- and why? All of these questions are tackled by British filmmaker Roy Agyemang in his documentary, Mugabe: Villain or Hero? Mugabe: Villain or Hero? is an epic personal journey narrated by Agyemang who, together with his UK-based Zimbabwean fixer, found themselves in Mugabe's entourage, on Colonel Gaddefi's private jet and around a host of prominent African leaders. This film already screened at the British Film institute (BFI) London and Pan African Film Festival, Los Angeles, explores the relationship between African and Western leaders in the fight for African Minerals. Roy will answer other questions about President Mugabe and Zimbabwe in a Q&A session following the screening. To see more, please watch this short video.	More
03/27/13	WHN Student Chat Series: ACHE Congress - Healthcare by Design WHN Student Chat Series: American College of Healthcare Executives Congress - Healthcare by Design Presented by the Wagner Health Network (WHN) The annual ACHE Congress, held in Chicago, is a professional development opportunity for all members in the network - students and professionals alike. Our presenters will be Amber Mullins and Christopher Nolan, HPAM students and current ACHE Program Assistants, as well as John Donnellan, Wagner Professor and Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). Please join us to learn more about current opportunities with ACHE – including a question and answer period with our speakers!	More
03/25/13	Human Trafficking and Child Labor: What Role(s) Do International Organizations Play? Human Trafficking and Child Labor: What Role(s) Do International Organizations Play? Presented by the Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) and the Black Student Association (BSA) Human trafficking is an ongoing reality in many parts of the world, especially in Africa. A growing concern is child labor/trafficking, especially in the agricultural sector. Today, child trafficking is a phenomenon that persists and is seen in various parts of the continent; from Benin to Burkina Faso; and in countries such as Nigeria and South Africa, children are too often trafficked and exploited enabling premature labor. This program seeks to enlighten attendees on this global phenomenon, as tackling human trafficking is a global issue that needs to be addressed. It for one facilitates the illegal movement of people across borders and offers a ready source of income for organized crime groups and even terrorists. Secondly, most interventions do not seem to target the root causes and have done nothing to stop and/or minimize human trafficking. This lecture, followed by a Q&A session, will be given by Dr. Suzanne Stutman, author of All the Power Rests with You.	More
03/14/13	17th Annual Kovner-Behrman Health Forum: Accountable Care Organizations: How Do We Get From Here to There? 17th Annual Kovner-Behrman Health Forum Accountable Care Organizations: How Do We Get From Here to There? Due to an overwhelming response, we are no longer accepting reservations for the Kovner-Behrman Health Forum. We welcome you to participate in the event via livestream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/wagner-special-events. If you have any questions, please contact us at wagner.events@nyu.edu. Moderated by Tony Kovner, this Forum features Henry Chung, MD and Timothy Ferris, MD, two national leaders of the ACO movement; and NYU Wagner's John Billings, who has developed his own unique plan for Medicaid ACOs. In addition, New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Nirav Shah, MD, MPH will share his comments. featuring John Billings Associate Professor of Health Policy and Public Service NYU Wagner Henry Chung, MD Vice President and Chief Medical Officer The Care Management Company Montefiore Medical Center Timothy Ferris, MD Medical Director Mass General Physicians Organization Nirav R. Shah, MD, MPH Commissioner of Health The State of New York moderated by Anthony R. Kovner, PhD Professor of Public and Health Management NYU Wagner 5:30 PM - Reception 6:15 PM - Program About the Kovner-Behrman Health Forum Established by NYU Wagner Professor Tony Kovner in 1996, the annual Kovner-Behrman Health Forum convenes leading health experts for a dialogue about how to improve the healthcare delivery system. With extensive experience as both a health practitioner and academic, Professor Kovner recognized the value of bridging the gap between the two sectors. Each year, experts at the Kovner-Behrman Health Forum debate a different healthcare topic that is relevant to both practitioners and researchers, with the goal of learning from one another and improving overall health outcomes. Presented in partnership with the New York State Health Foundation	More
03/14/13	Executive MPA Nurse Leaders Information Session Executive MPA Nurse Leaders Information Session RSVP HERE	More
03/14/13	Viewing of A Rebel Missionary in South Africa: A Documentary by Cherif Keita Viewing of A Rebel Missionary in South Africa: A Documentary by Cherif Keita Presented by the Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA). Co-Sponsored by the Black Student Association (BSA, NYU Steinhardt's Higher and Postsecondary Education Program, Africa House, The Council of Young African Leaders, and the Institute for African American Affairs, NYU Join WSAFA for a viewing of Cherif Keita's documentary, A Rebel Missionary in South Africa. About the film: In South Africa, the Wilcoxes challenged mission policy by defending native land rights against the white authorities and preaching racial equality and social justice. The Wilcoxes became mentors to Dube, then a 16-year-old orphan whose mother had entrusted him to the missionaries, and took responsibility for his education, training him as a printer (during an interlude spent in upstate New York) and eventually sending him to Oberlin College in Ohio. Dube would use his education and training as a Congregationalist pastor to form South Africa’s first black-owned industrial school, to launch Ilanga Lase Natal (The Natal Sun, the first English-Zulu newspaper) and to help found the ANC, becoming an early pioneer in the decades-long struggle for freedom. Today Dube has been honored for his work by Nelson Mandela and other leaders and acknowledged as one of the forbears of modern South Africa.	More
03/13/13	APA NY Metro Student Symposium APA NY Metro Student Symposium Presented by the Urban Planning Student Association (UPSA) Annual student symposium hosted by the Student Relations Committee of the American Planning Association NY Metro Chapter. This half day event will feature a keynote from the APA NY Metro Chapter President, James Rausse, lunch hour table networking session, and nontraditional pathways to planning career presentations. The tentative schedule is posted below. APA Student Symposium 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM \| Introduction 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM \| Light Lunch and Interest-based Conversation Tables 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM \| Keynote 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM \| PechaKucha 5:00 PM \| Happy Hour	More
03/08/13	Educators 4 Excellence (E4E) Teacher Evaluation Brown Bag Educators 4 Excellence (E4E) Teacher Evaluation Brown Bag Presented by the Wagner Education Policy Studies Association (WEPSA) E4E is an organization that works to ensure that the voices of classroom teachers are included in the decisions that affect the education profession and students.Join E4E's Executive Director, Jonathan Schleifer, to hear about their stance on teacher evaluations. Jonathan will take on this hot topic by discussing: the sticking points in current negotiations; status of the state's involvement at this point on the deal; and his thoughts on what will happen in the future (short and long-term). This is a not-to-be-missed event. So, bring your brown bag lunches and join the conversation.	More
03/07/13	Vital Voices Breakfast Discussion Vital Voices Breakfast Discussion Presented by International Public Service Association (IPSA), Wagner Women's Caucus (WWC), and Vital Voices Global Partnership During the week leading up to International Women’s Day, Vital Voices Global Partnership and NYU’s Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service partner to co-host a panel discussion with two women leaders at the forefront of combating violence against women in their countries. Marina Pisklakova-Parker, founder of the first domestic violence crisis hotline in Russia, and Panmela Castro, founder and president of Nami Rede Feminista de Arte Urbana, a Brazil-based NGO that uses urban art to promote awareness about women’s issues, will share their challenges and triumphs in a panel discussion moderated by Vital Voices’ Vice President of Human Rights, Cindy Dyer.	More
03/05/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Fiscal Transparency and Accountability Around the Globe: What Have We Learned During the Financial Crisis and How Do We Fix It? Fiscal Transparency and Accountability Around the Globe: What Have We Learned During the Financial Crisis and How Do We Fix It? with Marco Cangiano, visiting scholar at the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and assistant director of the Fiscal Affairs Department at the International Monetary Fund	More
03/04/13	Book Launch: To Save Everything, Click Here \| Evgeny Morozov	More
03/01/13	Fels National Invitational Policy Challenge: Wagner Finals Fels National Invitational Policy Challenge: Wagner Finals In 2012, the NYU Wagner proposal Kinvolved took home the grand prize for the Fels Institute’s inaugural Public Policy Challenge, an interdisciplinary competition that encourages students interested in any issue area to "turn policy ideas into action." This year, NYU Wagner teams are tackling issues like education, gun control, and food policy in hopes of having the chance to compete at nationals in Philadelphia for $15,000 in prize money and access to incredible networking opportunities. Be in the room as Wagner chooses from among our three semi-finalists one team to represent us on the national stage this year! From the Fels website: “The National Invitational Public Policy Challenge, hosted by the Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania and presented by Governing Magazine, is an unparalleled opportunity for students to learn, connect, and serve. Modeled after MBA business plan competitions, the competition challenges student teams to develop a policy proposal and civic campaign plan to achieve significant change in their community. Teams from graduate schools across the country will compete in March 2013 for the Second Annual National Invitational Challenge!” We hope to see you there!	More
02/26/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Collaborative Peacebuilding in Kurdistan: The Dohuk-New York Exchange Collaborative Peacebuilding in Kurdistan: The Dohuk-New York Exchange with Thomas Hill, clinical assistant professor, Center for Global Affairs	More
02/26/13	Executive MPA Information Session Executive MPA Information Session RSVP HERE	More
02/25/13	Advancing Relational Leadership Research and Practice Advancing Relational Leadership Research and Practice Presented by Research Center for Leadership in Action A conversation with: Mary Uhl-Bien, PhD, Howard Hawks Chair in Business Ethics and Leadership Management, University of Nebraska and Sonia M. Ospina, PhD, Faculty Director, Research Center for Leadership in Action, NYU Wagner The complex webs of relationships and interconnectivity in today’s work environment open up new worlds of possibility for organizational performance and leadership. At the same time, making decisions and taking action are more challenging and outcomes are less predictable. For organizations to capitalize on these relationships and networks to achieve their missions requires challenging outdated leadership models that focus solely on individual leaders and assume top-down, linear causality, often ignoring context. Advancing theories of leadership that are more relevant to practice requires understanding how people connect and the implications of relational dynamics for leadership research and development. This, in turn, requires a dialogue among scholars and practitioners about the very meaning of relational leadership. The new book Advancing Relational Leadership Research: A Conversation across Perspectives, edited by Mary Uhl-Bien and Sonia M. Ospina, documents the beginning of such a conversation among renowned leadership scholars. Incorporating a wide range of disciplines and perspectives (e.g., organizational behavior, communications, sociology, public policy, critical theory, feminist theory, relational theory), the authors address the theoretical, research and practical questions of attempting to develop a relational view of leadership. You are invited to celebrate the publication of this volume, to hear from the editors about what they’ve learned from working with the various scholars, and to continue a lively conversation about the questions, obstacles and the key next steps to advance work on relational leadership. The ultimate goal is to integrate multiple perspectives in developing actionable knowledge on relational leadership that can help address the challenges in today’s work environment. A light lunch will be served, and copies of the book will be available for purchase.	More
02/20/13	Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for "working on it," paintings by Danny Simmons Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for "working on it," paintings by Danny Simmons Please join us in celebrating the opening reception for working on it, our Winter/Spring-2013 exhibition at the Gallery Space at Wagner. Staged in commemoration of Black History Month, working on it features oil paintings by celebrated artist and philanthropist and NYU alumnus Danny Simmons. With working on it, Simmons has assembled a striking and powerful collection of abstract expressionist paintings referencing both urban and traditional African motifs. Complex and vibrant, these neo-African canvases are at once a celebration of cultural heritage and an intimate glimpse into the artist's spiritual quest for connectivity through the art-making process. working on it is co-presented by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development and sponsored by the NYU Wagner Black Student Association (BSA). The reception will feature live music by the NYU African Percussion Ensemble. [This event is full]	More
02/19/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Changing Gender Roles and the Quest to Balance Progress and Tradition: Changing Gender Roles and the Quest to Balance Progress and Tradition: Stories of Female Students and Professionals in Kabul with Silvia Maier, clinical assistant professor at NYU SCPS' Center for Global Affairs	More
02/16/13	TEDx Manhattan Viewing Party: Changing The Way We Eat TEDx Manhattan Viewing Party: Changing The Way We Eat Presented by the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) and the Wagner Health Network (WHN) Join the Wagner Food Policy Alliance for a TEDx viewing party! Food and wine will be served. We hope to see you there! If you are unfamiliar with TEDx, a description of the movement is below: In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxManhattan "Changing the Way We Eat", where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxManhattan event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized. http://tedxmanhattan.org/	More
02/15/13	Wagner Leadership Academy: Session 3 Wagner Leadership Academy: Session 3 WLA is offered through a partnership between RCLA, the Wagner Dean’s Office, Student Affairs, and the Wagner Student Association, to broaden student leaders’ understanding of leadership and enhance leadership capacity by providing: space for reflection about leadership in their roles; opportunities to learn from peers on effective approaches to leadership challenges; and tools to bring back to apply in the work of student organizations at the School and beyond.	More
02/13/13	Healthcare Disparities and Vulnerable Populations Healthcare Disparities and Vulnerable Populations Presented by Association of Latin@s and Allies, Asian Pacific American Student Alliance, Black Student Association, Stonewall Policy Alliance, and Wagner Health Network This event will convene healthcare experts representing vulnerable communities. The event aims to shine a light on the challenges, efforts, and successes that currently exist in addressing the health disparities of vulnerable populations. Speakers will represent the following communities: Asian, Latino, Black, and LGBTQ. A panel discussion will be followed by a brief networking session. Light breakfast will be provided. Panel Speakers: Ethan Fusaris, MPH, Project Manager, CHEST Simona Kwon, DrPH, MPH, Assistant Professor in the Department of General Internal Medicine, NYU School of Medicine and Director, B Free CEED: National Center of Excellence in the Elimination of Hepatitis B Disparities Michelle S. Davis, Regional Health Administrator, US Dept of Health and Human Services for NY Region Nyche Okhiria, Manager at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Moderator: John Billings, Professor of Health Policy, NYU Wagner	More
02/12/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Information and Technology in Humanitarian Action: Update from the United Nations OCHA Policy Working Group Information and Technology in Humanitarian Action: Update from the United Nations OCHA Policy Working Group with Mark Foran, assistant professor of Emergency Medicine, New York University School of Medicine; faculty, NYU MPH	More
02/08/13	Language Matters: A workshop on public service, identity, and how we use language Language Matters: A workshop on public service, identity, and how we use language Presented by Stonewall Policy Alliance Language matters. This workshop will engage participants to think critically around issues of identity and language within the context of their public service careers. The workshop will draw direct links between language and its impact on public work, and to provide tools for students to sustain these discussions and thoughts post-workshop. This workshop is co-sponsored by ALAS, BSA, WWC, and WISS.	More
02/05/13	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Spring 2013: Kenya's Constitutional Devolution: Challenges for State Reform and the 2013 Elections Kenya's Constitutional Devolution: Challenges for State Reform and the 2013 Elections with Paul Smoke, professor of public finance and planning and director of international programs at NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service	More
01/29/13	Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for "Divergent Cosmos" Gallery Space at Wagner: Opening Reception for "Divergent Cosmos" Please join us in celebrating the opening reception for Divergent Cosmos, our Winter-2013 exhibition at the Gallery Space at Wagner. Divergent Cosmos features printmaking and mixed-media works by NYU Steinhardt artists Amritha Berger and Michelle Lim. Berger and Lim's first-time collaboration presents us with an imaginative cosmos of mystical landscapes and mysterious paraphernalia. The resulting display of etchings, screen prints, and mixed-media pieces invites viewers to examine the artists' mediations on nature, the human condition, and the unknown. Divergent Cosmos is co-presented by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development.	More
01/29/13	Democratization in Indonesia: An Assessment Democratization in Indonesia: An Assessment with Marcus Mietzner, Australia National University. Marcus Mietzner, one of leading scholars on Indonesia at The Australia National University, has just finished a book on Indonesian political parties and the role they have played in the nation's transition from authoritarianism to democracy. His 2011 article, "Indonesia's Democratic Stagnation: Anti-reformist Elites and Resilient Civil Society", in Democractization, provides a crucial look at the challenges of sustaining democratic politics. His and Ed Aspinall's 2010 edited volume, Problems of Democratisation in Indonesia: Elections, Institutions and Society, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS), is considered the best post-Suharto collection. And his 2009 book, Military Politics, Islam, and the State in Indonesia: From Turbulent Transition to Democratic Consolidation, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS), is a touchstone for understanding Indonesia's transition.	More
12/12/12	Book Talk by Professor Rae Zimmerman - Transport, the Environment and Security. Making the Connection Book Talk by Professor Rae Zimmerman - Transport, the Environment and Security. Making the Connection. Presented by the University Transportation Research Center (UTRC) Region 2, NYU Wagner, the Institute for Civil Infrastructure Systems (ICIS), and NYU Wagner Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management. Professor Rae Zimmerman will be giving a talk about her new book, Transport, the Environment and Security. Making the Connection. Cheltenham, UK and Northampton, MA: Edward Elgar Publishing, Ltd. ISBN 978 1 84980 020 4. 2012. Publisher’s Link: http://www.e-elgar.com/bookentry_mainUS.lasso?id=13884 From the Publisher: Effective means of transport are critical under both normal and extreme conditions, but modern transport systems are subject to many diverse demands. This pathbreaking book uniquely draws together the typically conflicting arenas of transport, the environment and security, and provides collective solutions to their respective issues and challenges. For more information and to RSVP, click here	More
12/12/12	Short Talks, Big Ideas: Innovations in Transportation Short Talks, Big Ideas: Innovations in Transportation Presented by the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management What's new in transportation? Join the NYU Rudin Center for a fun, high-energy series of short talks about how we're using, improving and thinking about the future of transportation. Several speakers will make short presentations about new projects and concepts, followed by networking and refreshments. Confirmed speakers include: - Jesse Friedman, Google : The stigma of bus ridership - Matt Healy, Foursquare: Moving around NYC - Susi Wunsch, Velojoy: Women and bicycling - Raz Schwartz, Rutgers: Social media and neighborhood connectivity - Jamyn Edis and Brian Langel, Dash: App demo - David Mahfouda, Weeels: Transportation is Media - Taylor Reiss, NYC Dept. of Transportation, Select Bus Service	More
12/11/12	Education and the Criminal Justice System: Change from Within Education and the Criminal Justice System: Change from Within Presented by Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) and Wagner Education Policy Studies Association (WEPSA) SCJR and WEPSA invite you to learn from the experiences of two pivotal figures in the criminal justice field who were instrumental in implementing secondary education in a NY prison. In the mid-90's, over 350 college programs in prisons were shut down and a new provision denied incarcerated men and women access to Pell Grants. However, at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, a maximum-security prison for women located in Westchester County, NY, an Inmate Committee, the Superintendent and a group of colleges and universities fought to bring back college-in-prison in 1997. Kathy Boudin and Cheryl Wilkins, both formerly incarcerated at BHCF during this time, will discuss how they successfully advocated for change in an institutional setting and share their tools and lessons learned. The event will allow audience members to practice advocacy techniques and take away ideas for how to effectively implement change in whatever context they're working in. Pizza and wine will be provided!	More
12/10/12	Protecting What's Ours: Youth, Climate Activism and Human Rights Protecting What's Ours: Youth, Climate Activism and Human Rights Presented by Global Kids, Wagner Environmental Policy and Action (WEPA), and Wagner Management and Leadership Organization (WMLO) Panel discussion exploring the intersection of climate change and recovery, youth activism, environmental justice and human rights. Moderated by a team of high school students who participated at the Rio+20 conference earlier this year. Confirmed panelists include: Kelly Matheson, Witness, Program Manager for Americas Lonna Dawson, Educator, Alliance for Climate Education Julien Terrell, WEACT for Environmental Justice Dave Syfrain, Global Kids youth activist Masiel Perez, Global Kids youth activist	More
12/07/12	Summer Courses Abroad Info Session Summer Courses Abroad Info Session Presented by Wagner Office for International Programs Please join us to learn more from faculty and staff about Wagner's Summer 2013 Summer Course Abroad offerings.	More
12/07/12	Afrobeat Night Afrobeat Night Presented by Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) Afrobeat Night is a celebration of Africa and her rich culture with music and spoken word showcasing Africa's history and our hope for her future. Afrobeat is a mixture of traditional Yoruba music, highlife funk and chanted lyrics, fused with drumming and vocal styles, which started in Africa in the 1970s by the renowned Nigerian multi-instrumentalist, social artist/advocate and bandleader, Fela Anikulapo Kuti. This end of the year party features Osekre and the Lucky Bastards. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes and friends! Alcohol will be served- cash bar only. See a performance by Osekre and the Lucky Bastards here.	More
12/06/12	WFPA Open Board Meeting WFPA Open Board Meeting Presented by the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) Please join us for our 2012 open board meeting. Join the WFPA board to chat about events you would like to see next semester and find out how you can get involved. Wine will be provided.	More
12/05/12	Economic Development, Security and Politics in Africa Economic Development, Security and Politics in Africa Presented by Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) With the notable economic development in most Africa countries, which has contributed to top-line GDP growth, the benefits have not penetrated down fast enough. Many researchers believe that economic development is a product of security and politics- democratic governance, however, ever since the liberalization of markets, many actors argue that there is no association between economic development, security and politics-democratic governance, citing the example of the Asia tigers (China, Malaysia, Indonesia etc). Does Africa have enough time for the benefits of this fast economic development to reach the poorest people? What role does security and politics- democratic governance play in this discourse? Ambassador Campbell will expose participants to the correlation between economic development, Security and Politics- democratic development in Africa. And moving forward, what should Africa nations be doing to sustain and build upon the current state of development in the region. This session is structured to hear your view (s) about the subject. Ambassador Campbell will be speaking for 15-20 minutes followed by 30-35 minutes of Q&A.	More
12/03/12	The Legal Implications of Money Movement in Africa The Legal Implications of Money Movement in Africa Presented by Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) This event, constructed of two parts, will discuss the overall aspect of remittances (Money flowing into Africa from all around the world) and the international aspects of such. The purpose of this event is to show that remittances have overtaken FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) and ODA (Official Debt Assistance). About the Speaker, Dr. Felix Lessambo Dr. Felix Lessambo is a professor at St. John’s University’s Peter J. Tobin College of Business. He specializes in the areas of International Tax, International Finance, Capital Market Institutions, Financial Statements Analysis, Transfer pricing, and European Union Tax. He has authored three books (i) Taxation of International Business Transactions, (ii) Fundamentals of European Union Direct Tax, and (iii) Fundamentals of Hedge funds: Alternative Investment Vehicles. Dr. Lessambo is also the co-author of two Best-selling BNA Special reports on Real Estate Investment Trusts, and Hedge Funds. He lectures on the areas of expertise aforementioned and provides consulting services to entities. Dr. Lessambo’s academic interests include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Corporate Finance; International Business Banking Institutions; Capital Markets & Institutions; International Business Structuring with the EU, China and the Far East. His areas of Consulting extend to Contract laws (Common law and civil law), Corporate laws, Private Equity. For more info visit: http://www.felixlessambo.com/About_Dr__Lessambo.html	More
12/03/12	WSAFA & BSA Presents: A Film titled "Yesterday". Film Screening: Yesterday Presented by the Black Student Association (BSA) and the Wagner Student Alliance for Africa (WSAFA) In honor of Aids Day & World Aids Awareness week join BSA & WSAFA for the screening of Yesterday. It tells the story of a young mother, called Yesterday (played by Leleti Khumalo), who discovers she has AIDS. Her husband, a migrant mine laborer, who originally gave her the disease, rejects her. Her ambition becomes to live long enough to see her daughter, Beauty, go to school. This film is the first commercial feature-length production in Zulu. Watch the film's trailer here.	More
11/30/12	WHN Health Issues Student Chat Series WHN Health Issues Student Chat Series Presented by Wagner Health Network (WHN) WHN's Health Issues Chat Series will be led by a student or co-led by a faculty member in an effort to provide presentation skill development for students, as well as exposure to major topics in health care. This will allow students in various courses to come together to discuss their thoughts in a supportive and informal setting.	More
11/30/12	BSA & ALAS Present: The Story of HIV/AIDS and Minorities in America BSA & ALAS Present: The Story of HIV/AIDS and Minorities in America The forum will entail the following topics for discussion: - General factors contributing to the disproportionate rate among Black and Latinos affected with HIV/AIDS, when compared to all other races. - Factors contributing to disproportionate rates of HIV/AIDS among women of color. - Protective and resiliency factors among Black MSM; including the behavioral, psychological, socio-cultural, and biomedical risk factors contributing to the HIV epidemic. The forum would also like to feature personal compelling stories of persons affected with the virus/disease. This portion of the forum will be entitled, “Faces of HIV/AIDS.	More
11/28/12	Documentary Screening: Passport to the Future: Accessing Higher Education in an Era of Mass Incarceration Documentary Screening: Passport to the Future: Accessing Higher Education in an Era of Mass Incarceration Presented by Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) SCJR will be screening the short documentary, Passport to the Future: Accessing Higher Education in an Era of Mass Incarceration. The film is about barriers to college admissions for applicants with criminal records. A discussion and Q&A with those involved in production will follow the 30 minute documentary. Popcorn and snacks will be provided!	More
11/27/12	Social Media and Hurricane Sandy Social Media and Hurricane Sandy Presented by the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management and the University Transportation Research Center From the front lines of Hurricane Sandy, New York’s transportation providers delivered information, images and video nonstop. Both official and informal information services emerged on social media networks to convey clearly the extent of infrastructure damage, and how New Yorkers could expect to get around. Join the NYU Rudin Center for Transportation to hear these social media leaders’ stories and lessons learned. Panelists will include: • Aaron Donovan, MTA • JP Chan, MTA • Robin Lester Kenton, NYC DOT • Ben Kabak, Second Ave Sagas • Tyson Evans, The New York Times	More
11/20/12	WHN Speed Networking Event with HLNY WHN Speed Networking Event with HLNY Presented by Wagner Health Network (WHN) and Healthcare Leaders of New York (HLNY) In partnership with the American College of Healthcare Executives' (ACHE) New York Chapter we invite students to connect with healthcare professionals who will provide career and resume advice to students.	More
11/16/12	Salsa Night with SPA and ALAS Salsa Night with SPA and ALAS The purpose of this event is driven by (1) the goal of connecting allies, LGBTQ students, students of various cultural backgrounds and the wider NYC community in learning salsa steps, and (2) incorporating a critical discussion of the place, both historical and contemporary, of same-sex pairs in ballroom dance in formal competition and/or informal settings, and (3) to get people dancing salsa! Simone Asseboeck, an instructor from Stepping Out Studios NYC will lead the group in basic salsa techniques and discussions around same-sex pair dancing. For more information, click here. Snacks, wine and fun will be plentiful!	More
11/15/12	Lunch Hour NYC and A Salad Story Lunch Hour NYC and A Salad Story Presented by the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) and the Student Network Exploring Arts and Culture (SNEAC) SNEAC board member Tatiana Bryant and the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA)’s Alisa Ahmadian team up to lead a trip to the New York Public Library for a tour of the Lunch Hour NYC exhibit and A Salad Story lecture. At noon on 11/15 we will join the public tour of the exhibit and then attend the public talk at 1.15PM. We may also get coffee between the two events or after. More info on the talk: http://www.nypl.org/locations/tid/36/node/177163?lref=36%2Fcalendar More info on exhibit: http://www.nypl.org/events/exhibitions/lunch-hour-nyc-0 More info on speaker: http://www.foodandcommunityfellows.org/fellow/judith-weinraub	More
11/14/12	The Wisdom of Transportation Crowds The Wisdom of Transportation Crowds Presented by the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management When transportation users see a gap in the services provided by the public and private sectors, they fill it. Join the NYU Rudin Center for a panel discussion about crowdsourcing, community organizing and technology to improve mobility in the New York region from the ground up. Panelists will include: - John Raskin, Riders Alliance - Robin Lester Kenton, NYC DOT: Bike Share - Jeff Maki, OpenPlans: Trip Planner Kickstarter for iOS6 - Sarah Kaufman, NYU Rudin Center (moderator) This event is co-sponsored by the University Transportation Research Center	More
11/12/12	An Evening with Dirtcandy An Evening with Dirtcandy Presented by the Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) Amanda Cohen, award-winning vegetarian chef talks to us about all things vegetables, running her popular East Village restaurant and her new comic-style cookbook "Dirtcandy: The Cookbook". Reception and book signing will follow.	More
11/07/12	Short Talks, Big Ideas: Innovations in Transportation Short Talks, Big Ideas: Innovations in Transportation Presented by the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management Due to Hurricane Sandy, we are rescheduling this event for a later date in November or December. As soon as we have rescheduled the event we will notify you of the new date. We look forward to seeing you at what is sure to be a great discussion (with fresh insight!) about the future of mobility. What's new in transportation? Join the NYU Rudin Center for a fun, high-energy series of short talks about how we're using, improving and thinking about the future of transportation. Several speakers will make short presentations about new projects and concepts, followed by networking and refreshments. Confirmed speakers include: - Jesse Friedman, Google : The stigma of bus ridership - Guillaume Charny-Brunet, FaberNovel: 1.6 billion rides - Matt Healy, Foursquare: Moving around NYC - Susi Wunsch, Velojoy: Women and bicycling - Raz Schwartz, Rutgers: Social media and neighborhood connectivity - Jamyn Edis and Brian Langel, Dash: App demo - Projjal Dutta, MTA: Taking the Car out of Carbon - David Mahfouda, Weeels: Transportation is Media - Aaron Sugiura, NYC DOT, Select Bus Service This event is co-sponsored by the University Transportation Research Center	More
11/02/12	Wagner Leadership Academy: Session 2 Wagner Leadership Academy: Session 2 WLA is offered through a partnership between RCLA, the Wagner Dean’s Office, Student Affairs, and the Wagner Student Association, to broaden student leaders’ understanding of leadership and enhance leadership capacity by providing: space for reflection about leadership in their roles; opportunities to learn from peers on effective approaches to leadership challenges; and tools to bring back to apply in the work of student organizations at the School and beyond.	More
10/30/12	Education and the Criminal Justice System: Change from Within Education and the Criminal Justice System: Change from Within Presented by Students for Criminal Justice Reform (SCJR) and Wagner Education Policy Studies Association (WEPSA) SCJR and WEPSA invite you to learn from the experiences of two pivotal figures in the criminal justice field who were instrumental in implementing secondary education in a NY prison. In the mid-90's, over 350 college programs in prisons were shut down and a new provision denied incarcerated men and women access to Pell Grants. However, at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, a maximum-security prison for women located in Westchester County, NY, an Inmate Committee, the Superintendent and a group of colleges and universities fought to bring back college-in-prison in 1997. Kathy Boudin and Cheryl Wilkins, both formerly incarcerated at BHCF during this time, will discuss how they successfully advocated for change in an institutional setting and share their tools and lessons learned. The event will allow audience members to practice advocacy techniques and take away ideas for how to effectively implement change in whatever context they're working in. Refreshments will be provided.	More
10/23/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Liberia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan: Case Studies in Security Coordination Liberia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan: Case Studies in Security Coordination with Andrew Michels, Senior Civilian Advisor, Pakistan Afghanistan Coordination Cell, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Joey Ansorge, Consultant, Security Sector Governance	More
10/19/12	Lunch & Learn with Rogan Kersh Lunch & Learn with Rogan Kersh Presented by Wagner Food Policy Alliance (WFPA) Come get an early look into Rogan Kersh's paper in progress on Gen Y, or the Millennial generation, and their future impact in policy. Lunch is being graciously provided for participants by the Meatless Mondays initiative at Hayden Dining Hall. On Friday we will have a collaborative discussion, time for suggestions and questions. Professor Rogan Kersh is a currently an adjunct professor at Robert F. Wagner's School of Public Service and the Provost at his Alma mater, Wake Forest University.	More
10/12/12	Code for Change Competition Expo Code for Change Competition Expo Code for Change is a competition that links technologists with nonprofits, public agencies, and real-world social challenges. This Friday, October 12th, all participants will reconvene at NYU Wagner for a “demo day” when they present their solutions for judging at our exposition. Prizes will be awarded in multiple categories. Top award recipients will win cash and additional support to continue working with their civic and community partners, bringing their concepts to full development by the end of 2012. At the end of the year, we’ll present final results and products. Registration 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Solution Presentation 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM Winners Announced 5:30 PM Reception 6:00 PM For more information and to RSVP, click here. Code for Change is a partnership between NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, One Economy, Code for America, NPower and the Blue Ridge Foundation.	More
10/11/12	Indonesia 2012: Insights Into the Challenges Facing the World's Third-Largest Democracy Indonesia 2012: Insights Into the Challenges Facing the World's Third-Largest Democracy Presented by the International Public Service Association (IPSA and the Asian Pacific American Student Alliance (APASA) Please join the International Public Service Association (IPSA) and the Asian Pacific American Student Alliance (APASA) for a discussion with Sandra Hamid, The Asia Foundation's country representative to Indonesia. A cultural anthropologist and development specialist with strong interests in political participation and civil society, Sandra has twenty years experience as a journalist, researcher, and development professional, nine of those years with The Asia Foundation. With the Foundation, she has designed and implemented programs in the areas of political participation, knowledge and policy, governance, gender, law, and religious freedom. Prior, she was a writer, researcher and international development consultant working in Indonesia, East Timor and the United States. Dr. Hamid has extensive political experience, having served in one of the first political parties formed immediately after Suharto's resignation.	More
10/10/12	AIDS Conspiracy Theories: A Discussion with Professor Nicoli Nattrass AIDS and Conspiracy Theories: A Discussion with Nicoli Nattrass Professor Nicoli Nattrass will discuss the problem of AIDS conspiracy theories for science, implications for the global AIDS response, and the various ways that scientists and pro-science activists have fought back with UNAIDS Senior Advisor, Policy & Strategy and Wagner Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Policy Peter Navario. About Nicoli Nattrass Nicoli Nattrass is Director of the AIDS and Society Research Unit and Professor of Economics at the University of Cape Town. She holds a doctorate from Oxford and is a regular visiting professor at Yale. Nicoli works on the political-economy of AIDS policy, development policy and the global spread of AIDS conspiracy theories. Her earlier work on the economics of mother to child transmission prevention assisted the Treatment Action Campaign in its successful case against the South African government. Light refreshments will be served.	More
10/09/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: African News Coverage in the Age of KONY2012 African News Coverage in the Age of KONY2012 with Milton Allimadi, Publisher and Editor-in Chief, Blackstar News	More
10/09/12	Peacemakers in Action: Tanenbaum Center for Inter-religious Understanding Peacemakers in Action: Tanenbaum Center for Inter-religious Understanding Presented by The International Public Service Association, the Asian Pacific American Student Alliance, and the Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding Rev. Jacky Manuputty of Indonesia and Dishani Jayaweera of Sri Lanka will share their experiences as grassroots peace leaders. Both of their communities have been rocked by ethnic and religious violence, but Jacky and Dishani are working at the heart of these conflicts to empower a new generation of peacebuilders. Drawing on resources as varied as modern social media technology and the ancient principles of Buddhism, Christianity, Islam and Hinduism, these Peacemakers are building interdependent societies and peaceful futures. Join us to learn more about their innovative efforts. Jacky and Dishani are both winners of Tanenbaum’s Peacemaker in Action award. To learn more visit www.tanenbaum.org/peacemakers.	More
10/05/12	WISS Annual Culture Day WISS Annual Culture Day Presented by Wagner International Student Society (WISS) Culture Day will be an open forum for you to meet and mingle with fellow international students. Come and enjoy the performances and hand made food from a variety of cultures across the world. We will have performers and exhibitors. Music, dance, and other forms of art and culture that demonstrate the international spirit are welcome!	More
10/04/12	Voting Rights 2012 Voting Rights 2012 Presented by Wagner Policy Alliance (WPA), Association of Latin@s and Allies in Public Servics (ALAS) and Black Student Association (BSA) How will the recent election law changes affect the 2012 election and impact young, minority, elderly, low income, and disabled voters? Panel of Speakers: Jonathan Brater, Brennan Center for Justice Zulema Blair, PhD, Political Science Professor, City University of New York Kevin Washo, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Democratic Party Angelo Falcon, National Institute for Latino Policy; Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, J.D./M.A., John Jay College, CUNY Moderator: Professor Dennis Smith, NYU Wagner	More
10/03/12	Prof. Jonathan Morduch in Conversation with David Roodman Prof. Jonathan Morduch in Conversation with David Roodman Presented by the Financial Access Initiative (FAI), NYU Wagner’s International Public Service Alliance (IPSA) and Bridge: Students for Social Innovation. Please join us for a conversation with Financial Access Initiative (FAI) founder and NYU Wagner Professor Jonathan Morduch and David Roodman, senior fellow at the Center for Global Development (CGD). They will discuss Roodman’s new book Due Diligence and the state of microfinance today. Roodman is a senior fellow at CGD whose work focuses on microfinance, debt relief and aid effectiveness. In Due Diligence, Roodman confronts important questions about the impact of microfinance and discusses how governments, foundations, and investors can best support financial services for the poor. Doors open at 6:15 pm, event starts promptly at 6:45pm.	More
10/03/12	A Day in the Life of a Grantmaker A Day in the Life of Grantmaker Presented by Wagner Philanthropy Please join Wagner Philanthropy at its inaugural event where we'll explore what it's like to work for a foundation and possible career paths in that sector. During this informal discussion, you'll hear from three current Wagner students who are working full-time for the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Peter and Carmen Lucia Buck Foundation, and the Carnegie Corporation. This will be a great opportunity to meet fellow classmates and get a sense of the day-to-day role of a grantmaker. We hope you can attend!	More
10/02/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Food Security and Humanitarian Assistance Among Displaced Iraqi Populations in Jordan and Syria Food Security and Humanitarian Assistance Among Displaced Iraqi Populations in Jordan and Syria with Adam Sirois, Director of Global Development & Adjunct Faculty, New York University College of Nursing	More
09/29/12	Town Hall with Maria Otero, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Town Hall with Maria Otero, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Please join the International Public Service Association (IPSA) for an informal discussion with Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights, Maria Otero to discuss her work at the Department of State promoting civilian security, democracy, and human rights as they relate to U.S. foreign policy and the programs that the Department supports. Under Secretary Otero will also be available to share her thoughts and take questions on the key issues and events of the 2012 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) related to civilian security, including trafficking in persons, gender issues, conflict resolution, etc. Audience members will be encouraged to ask the Under Secretary questions and engage in a discussion about foreign policy and the role that youth can play as positive change agents.	More
09/28/12	U.S. Foreign Policy Challenges and Opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa U.S. Foreign Policy Challenges and Opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa Please join the International Public Service Association (IPSA) and the Wagner Policy Alliance (WPA) for a discussion with Aaron D. Snipe, who is a career member of the U.S. Department of State Foreign Service and currently serves as Spokesperson for the Department’s Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA). In his capacity as Spokesperson, Aaron speaks extensively to the U.S., regional, and international press to explain U.S. policy in the Middle East, particularly on Iran, Iraq, the Middle East Peace Process, and Syria. Aaron’s most recent Foreign Service assignments include two tours in Iraq where he served as the Public Diplomacy Officer (PDO) and Spokesperson for the Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) in Muthanna Province from 2008 to 2009, and as the Deputy Spokesperson at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad where he coordinated the U.S. Government's civilian media and messaging efforts in Iraq from 2010 to 2011. Prior to his Iraq service, Aaron worked in the State Department's Office of Iranian Affairs where he worked with the Department’s Press Office, as well as with Western and foreign media organizations, to coordinate U.S. government policy messaging on Iran. Aaron also worked as a Watch Officer in the Department's Executive Secretariat Operations Center where he routinely briefed the Secretary of State and other senior department officials. In addition to his work in the Middle East and Washington, Aaron also served as a Consular/Political-Economic Officer at the United States Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 2003 to 2005. Aaron is a graduate of Emerson College and Suffolk University Law School, and speaks Arabic and some Japanese.	More
09/26/12	Reverse Brain Drain: Africa's Renewal Reverse Brain Drain: Africa's Renewal Now more than ever African professionals are returning to their home countries utilizing their expertise developed on American soil to contribute to the development of Africa. There are thousands of Africans living overseas and seeking ways to contribute to the growth of their home countries; initiatives aimed at staunching the outflow of professional expertise are offering new possibilities. Today there are major opportunities to transform the historical brain drain into a new African brain trust. Therefore this program is seeking to enlighten audiences with an analysis on Reverse Brain Drain and offer an informative panel discussion with professionals who live and work in Africa.	More
09/25/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Clientelism, Business and Violence in Latin America Clientelism, Business and Violence in Latin America with Eduardo Moncado, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Political Science at Rutgers University; Fellow, Drugs, Security and Democracy Program, Social Science Research Council / Open Society Foundation	More
09/24/12	Lunch & Learn with Carolyn Dimitri Lunch & Learn with Carolyn Dimitri Presented by Wagner Food Policy Alliance Come enjoy lunch and learn about Carolyn Dimitri and Christina Bronsing's paper in progress: "Political Economy of the National Organic Standards Board." RSVP is required, seating is limited. Participants will receive a small section of this working paper and have a conversation with the authors to offer suggestions, ask questions and and learn about the topic. Snacks will be provided. The discussion will have a hard stop at 1:30pm. Carolyn Dimitri is a Food Studies professor at NYU Steinhardt and former USDA organic's expert. Christina Bronsing is recent Wagner Grad and is working this project with Carolyn. Check out Carolyn's blog: http://www.sustainablefoodeconomics.com/	More
09/19/12	Building Bridges, Building Power: A Decade of Institution-Based Community Organizing Building Bridges, Building Power: A Decade of Institution-Based Community Organizing Only a few social movements have ever surpassed the threshold of engaging more than 1% of the U.S. population . Those movements have historically played central roles in advancing societal reform. New research documents the impressive growth in the scope, scale, and ambition of the progressive social movement and organizational field often termed “faith-based community organizing” – so that it now arguably attains that threshold. Brad Fulton (Duke University) and Richard Wood (University of New Mexico), in collaboration with Interfaith Funders present the findings from a new national census of all institution-based community organizing efforts in the United States. The study reveals the geographic spread of organizing, its growing influence in state and national political arenas, and the complex changes occurring in the religious and racial/ethnic diversity of its institutional base, leadership core, and professional staff. Panelists will explore what this research says about the role of religion in public life and how this organizing fits into current social movements. Presenters Brad Fulton, doctoral candidate, Duke University Dr. Richard L. Wood, Director of the Southwest Institute on Religion and Society, The University of New Mexico Panelists Patricia Jerido, Program Officer, Democracy Fund, Open Society Foundation Ai-Jen Poo, Labor Organizer, National Domestic Workers Alliance, named one of "100 Most Influential People in the World" by Time Magazine Richard Healey, Director, Grassroots Policy Project Dorian Warren, Associate Professor, Politics and School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University	More
09/18/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Experiential Peacebuilding: Practicing the Peace We Preach Experiential Peacebuilding: Practicing the Peace We Preach with Ana Cutter Patel, Executive Director, Outward Bound Center for Peacebuilding	More
09/14/12	January Courses Abroad in Brazil - Info Session January Courses Abroad in Brazil - Info Session This information session will review the course content, excursions, and registration logistics for Wagner's Institutions, Governance and International Development course abroad at UFBA in Salvador, Brazil, January 1 - 13, and the NYU MPH program's course abroad, Global Health Services Research, also running January 1 - 13 in Salvador at UFBA.	More
09/13/12	Ahmed Rashid, Afghanistan, Pakistan and the US: Looking Beyond the US Election Ahmed Rashid, Afghanistan, Pakistan and the US: Looking Beyond the US Election Ahmed Rashid is “Pakistan’s best and bravest reporter” (Christopher Hitchens). His unique knowledge of this vast and complex region allows him a panoramic vision and nuance that no Western writer can emulate. He was formerly a member of an armed guerrilla group for about a decade that fought to overthrow the dictatorships of Ayub Khan and Yayha Khan, then left and became a journalist, writing for newspapers and magazines before becoming an award-winning and best selling book author. His book Taliban first introduced American readers to the brutal regime that hijacked Afghanistan and harbored the terrorist group responsible for the 9/11 attacks. Now, Rashid examines the region and the corridors of power in Washington and Europe to see how the promised nation building in these countries has progressed. His conclusions are devastating: An unstable and nuclear armed Pakistan, a renewed al’ Qaeda profiting from a booming opium trade, and a Taliban resurgence and reconquest. While Iraq continues to attract most of American media and military might, Rashid argues that Pakistan and Afghanistan are where the conflict will finally be played out and that these failing states pose a graver threat to global security than the Middle East. His books include Jihad: The Rise of Militant Islam in central Asia (2002) Taliban: Militant Islam, Oil and Fundamentalism in Central Asia, Second Edition (2010) Pakistan on the Brink: The Future of America, Pakistan, and Afghanistan (2012)	More
09/11/12	Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Conflict, Security and Development Series - Fall 2012: Crisis Mapping in Elections: What Kenya Can Teach Us Crisis Mapping in Elections: What Kenya Can Teach Us with Colette Mazzucelli, Adjunct Associate Professor, Center for Global Affairs	More
06/07/12	Walking and the Life of the City Symposium Walking and the Life of the City Symposium Please join the Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management at New York University for a research symposium focusing on the distinctive role that walking plays in city life. While a growing body of research in transportation has emphasized the health benefits of “active” travel modes like walking and biking, the researchers presenting at this event address walking from many perspectives, including social, economic, and even psychological factors, as well as walking’s integration with other modes of travel. In addition, the symposium will explore the future of walking in cities and what needs to be done in future walking research. This half-day event includes researchers from across the globe and, of course, from here in one of the world’s great walking cities, New York. Presenters include: • Dick Ettema, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands: Walking and Psychological Well-Being • Sarah Kaufman, New York University, New York: Augmented Reality on the Street • David King, Columbia University, New York: Walking in a Multimodal Context • Kevin Manaugh, McGill University, Montreal, Canada: Socio-Economics of Walking • Andrew Mondschein, New York University, New York: Walking, Activity Patterns, and Information Technologies • Robert Schneider, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, California: Walking Research Needs Tom Vanderbilt, author of Traffic as well as a recent series of essays on walking at Slate.com, will keynote the symposium. We expect ample discussion among presenters and the audience as to what we know and still need to know about walking and its impact on people, neighborhoods, and cities as a whole. This event is co-sponsored by the University Transportation Research Center.	More
05/29/12	Battling Congestion: Sam Schwartz Presents his Fair Plan Battling Congestion: Sam Schwartz Presents his Fair Plan The New York Chapter of Young Professionals in Transportation and the NYU Rudin Center for Transportation invite you to join us for a conversation with former Traffic Commissioner Sam Schwartz on his vision for battling congestion in the New York region. Schwartz's plan, which involves reorganizing tolls to generate $15 billion over ten years to fund road, bridge, subway and bus improvements, has been lauded by the media since its release in March 2012. Learn more about the Fair Plan and Schwartz's career on May 29th. CEO and Founder of Sam Schwartz Engineering, "Gridlock Sam" is considered a worldwide authority in traffic, highway, bridge, transit and parking systems. Prior to founding the firm in 1995, Schwartz was responsible for transportation engineering, infrastructure, and quality control and planning as Senior Vice President of Hayden Wegman Consulting Engineers, Inc. from 1990 to 1995. At the New York City Department of Transportation, he was responsible for an 8,000-person agency, a $350 million expense budget and a $700 million capital budget. Schwartz is a visiting scholar at the NYU Rudin Center for Transportation Policy and Management and a member of the New York Transportation Journal Editorial Board.	More

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