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  • Map Publisher to Global Resource Manager

    Map Publisher to Global Resource Manager

    “Over the course of the last five years, I became more sensitive to the topographical changes and shifting cultural identities of the Caribbean countries that I was promoting. I sensed a deepening crisis regarding our natural resources and the use of them in the pursuit of development.” Current student Jessica Bensley joined the MPA in…

  • Application Deadline Extended for the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    Application Deadline Extended for the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy program has extended its application deadline to Thursday, November 15th due to the disruption caused by Hurricane Sandy. Our thoughts go out to everyone in the region, including members of our university community, who have experienced a severe impact on their homes and communities as…

  • ESP Student Aims to Make Sustainability Part of Everyday Life

    ESP Student Aims to Make Sustainability Part of Everyday Life

    Before he joined the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program, current student Tim Grose designed and built cloud computing platforms to help organizations working in education, public health, sustainability, and social justice. As a self-proclaimed “measurer, sorter, and organizer,” Tim hopes that his time in the ESP program will teach him how to…

  • MPA Students Showcase Research Results at Midterm Presentations

    MPA Students Showcase Research Results at Midterm Presentations

    On Wednesday, October 10, students in the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program presented their midterm Workshop briefings for fellow students, staff, and invited guests at the School of International and Public Affairs. This fall’s Workshop projects, intended for ESP students to gain experience tackling tough environmental problems by working…

  • Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

    Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

    The early decision deadline to apply for the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs is quickly approaching. By submitting your application for our early decision deadline, you will be considered for a prestigious Environmental Sustainability Fellows award, so apply today! Environmental Sustainability…

  • MPA in Environmental Science & Policy Program Ranked #3 in U.S. News & World Report

    MPA in Environmental Science & Policy Program Ranked #3 in U.S. News & World Report

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) placed third in U.S. News and World Report’s Graduate School rankings for programs in environmental policy and management within the category of Public Affairs.

  • MPA Student Hopes ESP Program is Path to Capitol Hill

    MPA Student Hopes ESP Program is Path to Capitol Hill

    Prior to joining the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program (MPA-ESP), current student Maggie Dewane was working as the Executive Assistant to United States Senator Frank R. Lautenberg of New Jersey, while also serving as the Senator’s Projects Specialist for military, veterans’, foreign, and women’s affairs. Having studied Diplomacy and International Relations as an…

  • MPA Student Builds Basis for Policymaking

    MPA Student Builds Basis for Policymaking

    Prior to joining the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program (MPA-ESP), current student Max Litt was working for the New York Restoration Project (NYRP), an environmental non-profit founded by actress Bette Midler to revitalize underserved parks and public spaces. Max’s experience on the operational side of environmental policy motivated him to enroll in the…

  • Learn more about the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    Learn more about the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program will be participating in a variety of upcoming recruitment fairs and information sessions across the United States in the coming months. If you would like to learn more about our program, please join us at these events, which are free of charge and…

  • Map Publisher to Global Resource Manager

    Map Publisher to Global Resource Manager

    “Over the course of the last five years, I became more sensitive to the topographical changes and shifting cultural identities of the Caribbean countries that I was promoting. I sensed a deepening crisis regarding our natural resources and the use of them in the pursuit of development.” Current student Jessica Bensley joined the MPA in…

  • Application Deadline Extended for the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    Application Deadline Extended for the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy program has extended its application deadline to Thursday, November 15th due to the disruption caused by Hurricane Sandy. Our thoughts go out to everyone in the region, including members of our university community, who have experienced a severe impact on their homes and communities as…

  • ESP Student Aims to Make Sustainability Part of Everyday Life

    ESP Student Aims to Make Sustainability Part of Everyday Life

    Before he joined the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program, current student Tim Grose designed and built cloud computing platforms to help organizations working in education, public health, sustainability, and social justice. As a self-proclaimed “measurer, sorter, and organizer,” Tim hopes that his time in the ESP program will teach him how to…

  • MPA Students Showcase Research Results at Midterm Presentations

    MPA Students Showcase Research Results at Midterm Presentations

    On Wednesday, October 10, students in the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program presented their midterm Workshop briefings for fellow students, staff, and invited guests at the School of International and Public Affairs. This fall’s Workshop projects, intended for ESP students to gain experience tackling tough environmental problems by working…

  • Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

    Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

    The early decision deadline to apply for the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs is quickly approaching. By submitting your application for our early decision deadline, you will be considered for a prestigious Environmental Sustainability Fellows award, so apply today! Environmental Sustainability…

  • MPA in Environmental Science & Policy Program Ranked #3 in U.S. News & World Report

    MPA in Environmental Science & Policy Program Ranked #3 in U.S. News & World Report

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) placed third in U.S. News and World Report’s Graduate School rankings for programs in environmental policy and management within the category of Public Affairs.

  • MPA Student Hopes ESP Program is Path to Capitol Hill

    MPA Student Hopes ESP Program is Path to Capitol Hill

    Prior to joining the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program (MPA-ESP), current student Maggie Dewane was working as the Executive Assistant to United States Senator Frank R. Lautenberg of New Jersey, while also serving as the Senator’s Projects Specialist for military, veterans’, foreign, and women’s affairs. Having studied Diplomacy and International Relations as an…

  • MPA Student Builds Basis for Policymaking

    MPA Student Builds Basis for Policymaking

    Prior to joining the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program (MPA-ESP), current student Max Litt was working for the New York Restoration Project (NYRP), an environmental non-profit founded by actress Bette Midler to revitalize underserved parks and public spaces. Max’s experience on the operational side of environmental policy motivated him to enroll in the…

  • Learn more about the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    Learn more about the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

    The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program will be participating in a variety of upcoming recruitment fairs and information sessions across the United States in the coming months. If you would like to learn more about our program, please join us at these events, which are free of charge and…