Professor Sonia Ospina explains the processes and qualities that make a good leader.
The Greatest Grid: The Master Plan of Manhattan, 1811-2011
Professor Hilary Ballon explains the planning and implementation of Manhattan's grid system.
How Does NYC Healthcare Compare to Other World Cities?
Professor Victor Rodwin presents his research comparing health policy, health systems, and health outcomes across cities.
The US Financial Diaries Project (Part 1)
Professor Jonathan Murdoch presents a project that explores the financial decisions of low-income families.
The US Financial Diaries Project (Part 2)
With more people than ever living under the poverty line, Professor Jonathan Morduch's project aims to better understand the conditions of poverty.
How Do Organizations Reframe Issues to Reach Constituencies?
Professor Erica Gabrielle Foldy explores how social change organizations deliberately frame the issue on which they work, as well as the constituency for whom they serve, to increase support.
What Enables Teams of Social Workers to be More Effective?
Professor Erica Foldy explains how the characteristics of a social work team can enhance or hinder effectiveness.
How Does Power Shape Our Perception?
Professor Joe Magee describes his research on how power affects one's ability to consider others' points of view and opinions, using Hurricane Katrina as a case study.
Alumni in Action: Dominique West (MPA 2008)
Alumna Dominique West describes how the Wagner network continues to help her throughout her career.
How Do Social Change Organizations Shape People's Understanding?
Capstone: The Bahvishya Alliance
Student Tara Noronha discusses her Capstone project working for the Bahavishya Alliance, which empowers girls in India.
Furman Center Receives MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions
The Furman Center's impactful research works to improve cities through rigorous research and data analysis.
How Can Major Cities Reduce Automobile Congestion and Pollution?
Professor Zhan Guo talks about his research on public transit, pedestrian planning, and parking zoning.
Capstone Client: Village of Ossining, Westchester County Department of Planning