Director Debra Rood Retires From ITSMR, Jerry Miller To Take The Wheel
After four decades at the Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research (ITSMR), a research center within the University at Albany’s Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy, ITSMR Director Debra Rood has decided to change lanes and take the exit to retirement. Effective July 1st, Gerard “Jerry” Miller will take the wheel, replacing Debra who has been in the driver’s seat for nearly 22 years.
Brabham, Rangel Join Dean’s Advisory Board
During the 2020-2021 academic year, the Rockefeller College Dean’s Advisory Board enthusiastically welcomed two new members: Lola Brabham BA ’95, MPA ’00 and Nic Rangel BA ’06, MPA ’11.
Semester in Washington Spring 2021 Placements
Despite the uncertainty of the past year due to COVID-19, 12 University at Albany students were able to actively participate in the Semester in Washington Program and live, learn, and intern in the nation’s capital during the Spring 2021 semester. Established in 1997, Rockefeller College’s Semester in Washington Program has served as a gateway into careers in government, the private sector, news media, nonprofits, and nongovernment organizations.
UAlbany’s Rackmyer part of SUNY Student Advocate First Class
Taryn Rackmyer, '20, has been named by SUNY Chancellor James Malatras to the inaugural class of the SUNY Student Advocate Fellowship Program.
Juneteenth Scholarship Recipients Honor Parents, Grandparents Through Education
Rising seniors Jordan Ozley and Nicholas Chin have been selected to receive the Juneteenth Scholarship, honoring their achievement while promoting values of diversity and inclusion.
Biden, Putin Set To Meet Amid Tense Relations
With President Biden set to meet with Vladimir Putin, Rockefeller College's Jim Steiner spoke about the US/Russia relationship with WAMC. Prior to UAlbany, Steiner spent more than 30 years with the CIA and focused on Soviet defense and economic issues.
LGBTQ Rights in Southeast Asia Slow to Improve
Professor Meredith Weiss's article in the Melbourne Asia Review finds that despite some improvement, members of the LGBTQ community across Southeast Asia continue to suffer from harsh laws and punishments.
New York Municipal Clerks Institute July 2021 Program
Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy is hosting online courses for the Certified Municipal Clerks (CMC) and the Master Municipal Clerks (MMC) training programs July 12-16 and July 19-23. Clerks seeking professional certification through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) as well as other municipal officials seeking professional development are welcome to participate.