alumni

Maria Connolly (MCRP, ’03) Joins The Lawrence Hopewell Trail Corporation (LHTC) Board of Trustees

August 14, 2024

In addition to her service at the state level, Connolly is currently the vice chair of the Lawrence Township Planning Board and is active with Miriam’s Heart, advocating for reform of the foster care system

MPP Alum Part of WaPo Pulitzer Prize Winning Team

May 8, 2024

A polling analyst specializing in public opinion about politics, elections and public policy, Emily Guskin MPP ’09 contributed to the series and is credited as the lead author of an article titled “Why do Americans own AR-15s?”

EJB Talks–Brandon McKoy MCRP ’13 on Policy and Strengthening Democracy in New Jersey

February 6, 2024

Stuart Shapiro returns for our 10th season of EJB Talks with alumnus Brandon McKoy MCRP '13, who was recently named the president of The Fund for New Jersey. An alumnus of the Bloustein School's urban planning program, Brandon talks about his recent career...

Senior Policy Fellow Brandon McKoy, MCRP ’13 Chosen to Lead The Fund for New Jersey

January 2, 2024

Bloustein School alumnus and Senior Policy Fellow Brandon McKoy MCRP ’13 has been selected as the new president of The Fund for New Jersey. Since embarking on his professional career, McKoy has emerged as a leading policymaker and social justice advocate.

Alumnus Mark Bauer (MCRP ’16) Releases Updated Course “Data Analysis Using Python: A Beginner’s Guide Featuring NYC Open Data”

June 23, 2023

Mark Bauer released an update to his open source project designed to provide a beginner-friendly framework for reproducible data analysis. It’s a great resource for uncovering valuable insights and making informed decisions confidently using datasets from NYC Open Data.

Alumnus Ali Jan (MPI ’22) Reflects on the Importance of Data Analytics

April 10, 2023

“Data is a powerful tool that can inform policy decisions and drive positive change in society. As a data analyst, it’s important to always be curious, ask the right questions, and utilize the best tools available to gain insights from the data.”

Victoria Gregorio PhD ’18 and colleagues earn Partnership Award for Social Determinants of Health project

March 2, 2023

The award highlights inspiring and innovative partnerships among patients, families, and healthcare professionals whose work addresses relevant healthcare issues.

Susan R. Grogan, PP, AICP, MCRP ’88, Appointed Pinelands Commission Executive Director

February 16, 2023

Ms. Grogan has worked at the Pinelands Commission since August 1988 and has been serving as Acting Executive Director for the last 18 months.

Alumnus Dr. Jeffrey Robinson’s roadmap to success helps guide future entrepreneurs

February 13, 2023

Using examples from his own career and from his recent book, Dr. Jeffrey Robinson discussed some of the hurdles he faced along his career path as well as strategic actions taken by other Black faces in high places which helped them find success.

Creative Cities Design Institute Partners New Brunswick Students, Artists, and Urban Planners to Understand Socially-Engaged Design

August 15, 2022

The weeklong intensive program partnered middle school students from New Brunswick public schools with professional urban planners and artists in workshops that included building artful cities, 3D printing, community engagement, and social justice.