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Prof. Michael Smart Cited in Vehicle Access Article
In an article titled "US Auto Access Improves Over a Decade," published in New Geography, Wendell Cox reflects on domestic policy surrounding access to transportation. Citing "The Poverty of the Carless: Toward Universal Auto Access" authored by King, Smart, and...
Health administration: Seeking to make a difference in communities
As part of her health administration major requirements, Katherine interned at the Academy Learning Center in Monroe Township, a school dedicated to teaching and assisting those with autism and/or multiple disabilities.
NJ State Policy Lab – One Million More Acres, But Who’s Counting?
Today’s blog by Tom Dallessio focuses on the Garden State Preservation Trust Act (GSPT), established in 1999, the progress made, and future goals for land and farm conservation.
New Heldrich brief: Long-term Unemployed Job Seekers Share Lessons in Resilience and Reemployment in New Research Brief
Insights are from individuals enrolled in the Heldrich Center’s innovative New Start Career Network (NSCN), a privately funded program offering free online information and career coaching from hundreds of volunteer coaches to more than 6,000 job seekers.
Research: Suicidal Ideation and Social Support among Black and Latinx Americans
A recent article led by Dr. Sharifa Williams explored the importance of social support on depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation among Black and Latinx adults.
Research: Public Views on the Reallocation of Street Space Due to COVID-19
A recent article written by Bob Noland, Evan Iacobucci, and Wenwen Zhang explored NJ residents’ support of the reallocation of street space during and after the pandemic.
Rubin on Legislative Resolutions
Professor Julia Sass Rubin gives her take on resolutions. She described many resolutions as akin to a lawmaker showing up at a local event — good politics. “They are definitely a way for the Legislature to score points with constituents without needing the other...
Bloustein School welcomes new faculty and fellows
The Bloustein School is pleased to welcome five new faculty members and two policy fellows to the teaching ranks in September 2022.
Research: Are COVID-19 Conspiracy Beliefs Barriers to HIV Status Neutral Care?
Led by Assistant Professor Dr. Yen-Tyng Chen, researchers examined associations between COVID-19 conspiracy beliefs and HIV status neutral care engagement among BCSMM and BTW during the 2020 Pandemic.
NJ State Policy Lab – Is telehealth a solution to the mental health crisis?
In recent months, mental health has been one of the most common telehealth services by health insurance claims, but policymakers need to do more to ensure access post-pandemic.
NJ State Policy Lab – New Jersey’s Changing Population and Childcare Needs
Authors Sarah Small & Deb Lancaster say we must prioritize childcare in NJ. Almost 3/4 of NJ children under age 6 have “all available parents” in the labor force. LGBT, Hispanic, and low-income parents endure the greatest unmet childcare needs.
ROI Influencers: The Top 25 most influential deans and directors
Former Bloustein School Dean Piyushimita (Vonu) Thakuriah has been named to ROI-NJ’s list of the 2022 ROI Influencers: The Top 25 most influential deans and directors. ROI.NJ, August 25, 2022