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Heldrich Center to Launch New Podcast “Work Trends RU”
The Heldrich Center for Workforce Development is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of its new podcast series, "Work Trends RU," exploring the changing worlds of work, education, social policy, and financial security. The series features insightful conversations...
From Public Health Research to Real-World Impact
This week on EJB Talks we talk to Melinda Rushing, a new faculty member in the school’s health administration program, and her winding journey from social work to public health and how her passion for research, particularly around sickle cell disease and healthcare access, shaped her academic journey.
New Jersey State Policy Lab Annual Report
In celebration of our fourth birthday, we are all excited to announce the release of our first official annual report, which represents a mere snapshot the wealth of work, research, and collaboration we have accomplished.
RAISE-25 Recap – Our Future With AI: Utopian or Dystopian?
Hosted by the Master of Public Informatics (MPI) program, the final round of the second annual RAISE-25 Informatics – Data Science competition was held Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Bloustein School. The competition challenge focused on “Our Future With AI: Utopian or Dystopian?”
Comparison of NJ and U.S. Greenhouse Gas Targets
This report evaluates New Jersey emissions targets relative to the goals set forth in the U.S. Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and IPCC projections that are consistent with the Paris Agreement of keeping global temperatures well below 2°C relative to preindustrial temperatures by 2100 and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5°C.
Inside, Outside, & In Between: Leading In Government
This week on EJB Talks, Bloustein School Young Alumni honoree and Advisory Board Member Sara Meyers MPP ’09 shares her unconventional path into public policy, beginning with a background in music and German before being inspired by political events to pursue change from within government.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Initiatives
The school is home to individuals from many cultures, races, nationalities, genders, identities, and life experiences and with different beliefs and values. The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and aims to improve and grow these efforts strategically by managing and assessing performance.
Bloustein Convocation is May 19, 2025!
The formal convocation of our 2025 graduating class is Monday, May 19, 2025 at Jersey Mikes Arena! We look forward to seeing all graduates, their families, and friends. As a reminder, as of this year tickets are REQUIRED to attend Convocation in person. We will also be livestreaming on Facebook (no account required). Visit our Graduation 2025 page for more information and the livestream link!
Student Spotlight: Jenna Agnello, MPP ’27
“The ever-growing concern of climate change is something that has always motivated me. I chose the master’s program in public policy because of my love for the environment. Public Policy Formation really opened the door for me to what public policy is all about. I want to be a part of the future of environmental policy. I want to be an individual who can speak on matters that concern the environment, and work with others who share the same passion.”