Rockefeller Ranked Again Among Nation’s Top 25
The University at Albany’s Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy and the School of Criminal Justice have once again been recognized among the nation’s top graduate programs. Announced by U.S. News & World Report, Rockefeller is ranked 25th overall for best graduate program in public affairs and 5th nationally for best doctoral program in criminal justice.
Academic-Practice Partnerships and the Real-World Impact of Research
In the latest issue of the Journal of Policy Analysis & Management, Associate Professor Erika Martin discusses the role of formative policy evaluation and the value of academic-practice collaborations.
A Student-Faculty Team Weighs Effective COVID-19 Messaging to Those with Limited English Proficiency
A student-faculty team weighs effective COVID-19 video messaging to those with limited English proficiency
Julie Novkov Appointed Interim Dean Effective July 1st
Effective July 1, 2021, Professor Julie Novkov will serve as Interim Dean of Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy, announced by Provost Carol H. Kim on Monday. Dr. Novkov will take the helm following Dean R. Karl Rethemeyer’s departure who accepted an opportunity to join the University of Massachusetts at Amherst this summer. The two plan to work collaboratively in the upcoming months to ensure a smooth transition.
UAlbany Mock Trial Hosts Virtual Invitational
UAlbany Mock Trial hosted its 2nd annual Capital Region Clash Mock Trial Invitational last month, switching to a virtual platform this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
UAlbany Researchers Examine Health Data Policies in the Biden-Harris Administration
As a new presidential administration commences, researchers at the University at Albany are analyzing the potential impact on health data policy and opportunities for improved access. Writing in JAMA Health Forum, authors Erika Martin and Mila Gascó-Hernandez see renewed opportunities for growth and success if the Biden-Harris Administration follows the lead of past practices inaugurated under President Barack Obama.
CTG Research Addresses the Digital Divide at the Local Level
Governments around the world are using information and communication technology (ICT) policies to foster the development of an information society. Yet, there is no clear evidence to suggest these policies are helping to align investments with needs at the local level, according to UAlbany CTG researchers J. Ramon Gil-Garcia and Luigi Reggi.
Student Philanthropists Award $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region
With the largest pool of funds yet, Assistant Professor Susan Appe’s undergraduate students in the Private Philanthropy, Public Problems, and Power course awarded $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region at the conclusion of the Fall 2020 semester.