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The Department of Public Policy and Administration offers certificates, accelerated degrees, master’s, and doctoral programs that blend teaching and research with practical application to real-world challenges.
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PhD Student Goes From Political Theory to Community Action
Oğuz Kaan Özalp, a PhD student from Turkey in the Public Affairs / Community Development program, has transformed his theoretical background in political science into hands-on community…
A Rising Star in Local Government Leadership
Justin Riggs, MPA, SHRM-CP, an alumnus of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, is making a meaningful impact in local…
Shaping Policies & Programs for the Common Good
Siatta Davis, an alum of the Master of Public Administration executive program (EMPA), has translated her academic knowledge into significant professional achievements. As the Program Coordinator for…
Distinguished Faculty.
Our programs offer comprehensive and rigorous courses of study in theoretical and applied social sciences. We take pride in drawing on the expertise of our renowned faculty, who specialize in various areas, including public policy, public administration, urban affairs, and political economy.
Affiliated Research.
The Department of Public Policy and Administration is affiliated with world-class research institutes at Rutgers University-Camden through our faculty. From economic and community development on Camden’s Cooper Street to regional challenges, neighborhood effects, and community leadership, our institutes conduct cutting-edge academic and action research on local, regional, and national public policy issues. On-going partnerships with the government and the nonprofit sector provide faculty, researchers, and students at our institutes with opportunities to contribute to the betterment of our communities.
Our affiliated institutes include
- Center for Urban Research and Education (CURE)
- Senator Walter Rand Institute of Public Affairs (WRI)
- Community Leadership Center (CLC)