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The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. Creating just, socially inclusive, environmentally sustainable and healthy local, national and global communities.
Drs. Irina Grafova and Sharifa Williams published a new #study in Public Health examining unexpected earnings losses following new diagnoses of cancer, diabetes, and arthritis. 4.4% experienced low or medium, and 1.2% high #medical #debt. #HigherEdSky doi.org/10.1016/j.pu...
February 10, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Drs. Irina Grafova and Sharifa Williams published a new #study in Public Health examining unexpected earnings losses following new diagnoses of cancer, diabetes, and arthritis. 4.4% experienced low or medium, and 1.2% high #medical #debt. #HigherEdSky doi.org/10.1016/j.pu...
Interested in a career in #publicpolicy #publicservice #socialjustice? Register now for a virtual info session on Wed. March 4 @ 6pm EST to learn more about our Public Policy programs. 🚩 More info and RSVP: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo
Can't make it? Join our second session on Thurs, June 25 @ 9AM!
Can't make it? Join our second session on Thurs, June 25 @ 9AM!
February 9, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Interested in a career in #publicpolicy #publicservice #socialjustice? Register now for a virtual info session on Wed. March 4 @ 6pm EST to learn more about our Public Policy programs. 🚩 More info and RSVP: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo
Can't make it? Join our second session on Thurs, June 25 @ 9AM!
Can't make it? Join our second session on Thurs, June 25 @ 9AM!
Dr. Laura R. Peck co-authored an article titled "Designing Studies to Detect Impacts on Earnings" in the Journal of Research on Educational Effectiveness. If we want credible evidence on workforce programs, sample size matters. @tandfresearch.bsky.social doi.org/10.1080/1934... #HigherEd #Academia
Designing Studies to Detect Impacts on Earnings
This article reports empirical evidence to support the design of evaluations that estimate the impacts of programs that provide postsecondary credentials and/or job training on earnings. Statistica...
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February 9, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Dr. Laura R. Peck co-authored an article titled "Designing Studies to Detect Impacts on Earnings" in the Journal of Research on Educational Effectiveness. If we want credible evidence on workforce programs, sample size matters. @tandfresearch.bsky.social doi.org/10.1080/1934... #HigherEd #Academia
Interested in a career in #urbanplanning #urbandesign #cityplanning? Join one of our spring 2026 virtual info sessions to learn more about our Urban Planning graduate program. Two dates for spring: 2/26 @ 9AM and 4/28 @ 6PM 🚩 More info or register at go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo
February 6, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Interested in a career in #urbanplanning #urbandesign #cityplanning? Join one of our spring 2026 virtual info sessions to learn more about our Urban Planning graduate program. Two dates for spring: 2/26 @ 9AM and 4/28 @ 6PM 🚩 More info or register at go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo
Road diets in Little Rock, AR, have helped calm traffic, improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, and support neighborhood revitalization. Robert Noland @vtc.rutgers.edu, explains that a road diet "means you can actually improve things by reducing the amount of pavement." https://bit.ly/3O3VeTN
Little Rock merchants praise ‘road diet’ revamps for managing traffic flow | Arkansas Democrat Gazette
When it comes to promoting the peaceful coexistence of traffic and pedestrians on city streets, sometimes less can be more.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Road diets in Little Rock, AR, have helped calm traffic, improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, and support neighborhood revitalization. Robert Noland @vtc.rutgers.edu, explains that a road diet "means you can actually improve things by reducing the amount of pavement." https://bit.ly/3O3VeTN
Dr. Nicholas V. Longo has been appointed as the inaugural Director of the Rutgers Democracy Lab at the Eagleton Institute of Politics. Dr. Longo will also be a professor at the Bloustein School. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qj4fG3
February 5, 2026 at 12:04 AM
Dr. Nicholas V. Longo has been appointed as the inaugural Director of the Rutgers Democracy Lab at the Eagleton Institute of Politics. Dr. Longo will also be a professor at the Bloustein School. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qj4fG3
Congratulations to Kevin Dehmer, MPP '08, who has been appointed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill as the state's Chief Technology Officer, New Jersey Office of Information Technology.
Read the press release from Gov. Sherrill's office at https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/2026/20260202a.shtml
Read the press release from Gov. Sherrill's office at https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/2026/20260202a.shtml
February 4, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Congratulations to Kevin Dehmer, MPP '08, who has been appointed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill as the state's Chief Technology Officer, New Jersey Office of Information Technology.
Read the press release from Gov. Sherrill's office at https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/2026/20260202a.shtml
Read the press release from Gov. Sherrill's office at https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/2026/20260202a.shtml
This latest graduate #planning studio, led by Barbara Faga, focuses on a framework for Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) for the Airport City Newark Coalition (ACNC). https://storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/a2e723c46c20459ba5fd81b1093f44db
February 2, 2026 at 2:45 PM
This latest graduate #planning studio, led by Barbara Faga, focuses on a framework for Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) for the Airport City Newark Coalition (ACNC). https://storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/a2e723c46c20459ba5fd81b1093f44db
You are cordially invited to join us at our FIRST virtual information session for spring 2026 on Tues., Feb. 24 @ 9:30 AM EST (NJ local time) to learn more about our Master of Public Informatics degree and Graduate Certificate in Urban & Public Informatics.
🚩 Register: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo.
🚩 Register: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo.
January 30, 2026 at 9:52 PM
You are cordially invited to join us at our FIRST virtual information session for spring 2026 on Tues., Feb. 24 @ 9:30 AM EST (NJ local time) to learn more about our Master of Public Informatics degree and Graduate Certificate in Urban & Public Informatics.
🚩 Register: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo.
🚩 Register: go.rutgers.edu/gradinfo.
Researchers from VTC @vtc.rutgers.edu presented research at the Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting covering #disability access (Lubin), #pedestrian safety (Zhang), and #induced #travel (Noland). bloustein.rutgers.edu/vtc-research...
January 30, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Researchers from VTC @vtc.rutgers.edu presented research at the Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting covering #disability access (Lubin), #pedestrian safety (Zhang), and #induced #travel (Noland). bloustein.rutgers.edu/vtc-research...
Did you know that there are over 3,400 miles of railroad tracks in New Jersey, and almost 44% of schools in the state are located within a half-mile of an active freight or passenger rail? Read the latest safety blog by @vtc.rutgers.edu Safe Routes to School: bloustein.rutgers.edu/railway-cros...
January 28, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Did you know that there are over 3,400 miles of railroad tracks in New Jersey, and almost 44% of schools in the state are located within a half-mile of an active freight or passenger rail? Read the latest safety blog by @vtc.rutgers.edu Safe Routes to School: bloustein.rutgers.edu/railway-cros...
The Bloustein School invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track teaching position in #HealthAdministration, with appointment expected to begin July 2026. This is a multi-year teaching appointment. Visit jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/267664 for full position posting and application details.
January 23, 2026 at 4:13 PM
The Bloustein School invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track teaching position in #HealthAdministration, with appointment expected to begin July 2026. This is a multi-year teaching appointment. Visit jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/267664 for full position posting and application details.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: Doctoral students at any stage of #dissertation research are encouraged to present work at the Krueckeberg Doctoral Conference. ▶️ To participate, complete the Abstract Submission Form by 5 pm on Wed, February 11. ◀️ 🟥 Submit abstract (max. 250 words) at https://bit.ly/49wd5v0
January 22, 2026 at 9:48 PM
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: Doctoral students at any stage of #dissertation research are encouraged to present work at the Krueckeberg Doctoral Conference. ▶️ To participate, complete the Abstract Submission Form by 5 pm on Wed, February 11. ◀️ 🟥 Submit abstract (max. 250 words) at https://bit.ly/49wd5v0
Today @njpolicylab.bsky.social released a report from Anita Franzione, Catherine Rowe, Audrey Meng, and Meryem Yaglidere, "Economic Challenges for Older New Jersey Residents." 53% of respondents reported finances as a top concern. bloustein.rutgers.edu/njspl-report...
January 22, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Today @njpolicylab.bsky.social released a report from Anita Franzione, Catherine Rowe, Audrey Meng, and Meryem Yaglidere, "Economic Challenges for Older New Jersey Residents." 53% of respondents reported finances as a top concern. bloustein.rutgers.edu/njspl-report...
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💡🗠 Across the country, from Ohio to New Jersey, #electricity prices are spiking, rising $122 more per month for the average household's total #utility costs compared to 2020 and adding serious strain to household budgets.
#AI #datacenters
#AI #datacenters
Electricity Bills and AI Data Centers - New Jersey State Policy Lab
Considering the impact of AI on electricity bills, data centers in the Northeast could be part of the problem. Across the country, from Ohio to New Jersey, electricity prices are spiking [2, 3]. It’s ...
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January 15, 2026 at 3:36 PM
💡🗠 Across the country, from Ohio to New Jersey, #electricity prices are spiking, rising $122 more per month for the average household's total #utility costs compared to 2020 and adding serious strain to household budgets.
#AI #datacenters
#AI #datacenters
Congratulations to Andrea Hetling, Ph.D., on her appointment to the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management (APPAM) Policy Council! Dr. Hetling will help shape strategic direction and policy priorities. @appam.bsky.social bloustein.rutgers.edu/andrea-hetli...
January 16, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Congratulations to Andrea Hetling, Ph.D., on her appointment to the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management (APPAM) Policy Council! Dr. Hetling will help shape strategic direction and policy priorities. @appam.bsky.social bloustein.rutgers.edu/andrea-hetli...
Business in New Jersey Everyday (BINJE) honored CEOs and executive directors, managing partners and principals. Two Bloustein School public policy lecturers made the list for 2026: Bob Sommer, who is also a member of the Advisory Board, and Michael Soliman. bloustein.rutgers.edu/soliman-somm...
January 15, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Business in New Jersey Everyday (BINJE) honored CEOs and executive directors, managing partners and principals. Two Bloustein School public policy lecturers made the list for 2026: Bob Sommer, who is also a member of the Advisory Board, and Michael Soliman. bloustein.rutgers.edu/soliman-somm...
The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic face some of the nation’s highest #energy costs, driven by rising demand, grid upgrades, data centers, and electrification. CUPR staff co-authored a new report to help address these issues. bloustein.rutgers.edu/new-cupr-rep...
January 14, 2026 at 4:47 PM
The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic face some of the nation’s highest #energy costs, driven by rising demand, grid upgrades, data centers, and electrification. CUPR staff co-authored a new report to help address these issues. bloustein.rutgers.edu/new-cupr-rep...
Bloustein School Alums Josephine (O'Grady) Michener (MPP '25) and Doug Leung (MCRP '24) worked with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection staff on an ARCGIS StoryMap highlighting Brownfield Success Stories. bloustein.rutgers.edu/alums-contri...
January 13, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Bloustein School Alums Josephine (O'Grady) Michener (MPP '25) and Doug Leung (MCRP '24) worked with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection staff on an ARCGIS StoryMap highlighting Brownfield Success Stories. bloustein.rutgers.edu/alums-contri...
A new report by the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development, developed in partnership with the Rhode Island Longitudinal Data System and based on the NJ Statewide Data System, provides a comprehensive, data-driven view of the educator pipeline. Explore the dashboard here:
https://bit.ly/4qi0iSN
https://bit.ly/4qi0iSN
Multi-State Teacher Workforce Report
This report, developed in partnership with the Rhode Island Longitudinal Data System, provides a comprehensive, data-driven view of the educator pipeline. By addressing a longstanding challenge for...
njsds.nj.gov
January 12, 2026 at 5:47 PM
A new report by the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development, developed in partnership with the Rhode Island Longitudinal Data System and based on the NJ Statewide Data System, provides a comprehensive, data-driven view of the educator pipeline. Explore the dashboard here:
https://bit.ly/4qi0iSN
https://bit.ly/4qi0iSN
Bloustein School alum Jeremy Zorek (PPP '25) was recently featured in the New York Times as part of a transit challenge to ride every system that still accepts the MetroCard before the iconic fare card fades into history. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/31/n...
A Farewell Ride With the MetroCard, on Every Transit Line That Uses It
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January 9, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Bloustein School alum Jeremy Zorek (PPP '25) was recently featured in the New York Times as part of a transit challenge to ride every system that still accepts the MetroCard before the iconic fare card fades into history. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/31/n...
Researchers from CUPR and VTC updated New Jersey's Infrastructure Needs Assessment. The assessment examines long-term infrastructure needs across sectors like water, transportation, flood protection, and more, drawing on federal, state, and local data. bloustein.rutgers.edu/ejb-research...
January 8, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Researchers from CUPR and VTC updated New Jersey's Infrastructure Needs Assessment. The assessment examines long-term infrastructure needs across sectors like water, transportation, flood protection, and more, drawing on federal, state, and local data. bloustein.rutgers.edu/ejb-research...
Pallavi Shinde (MCRP ’12), Planning and Zoning Director for Newark, is featured in the latest Planning Magazine (American Planning Association). The cover story highlights how underutilized buildings are being transformed into housing and mixed-use spaces. bloustein.rutgers.edu/pallavi-shin...
January 7, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Pallavi Shinde (MCRP ’12), Planning and Zoning Director for Newark, is featured in the latest Planning Magazine (American Planning Association). The cover story highlights how underutilized buildings are being transformed into housing and mixed-use spaces. bloustein.rutgers.edu/pallavi-shin...
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As #e-bikes and other micromobility devices have become increasingly popular to use on #NJ sidewalks and streets, it is increasingly important for young users and their guardians to be equipped with the information and resources necessary to ride safely:
Safer E-Biking: What Parents, Youth, and Communities Should Know about Micromobility in New Jersey - New Jersey State Policy Lab
Image Source: Voorhees Transportation Center As e-bikes and other micromobility devices like e-scooters and e-motorcycles become increasingly popular, young users and their parents or guardians must b...
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January 5, 2026 at 2:57 PM
In this @cato.org piece, Dean Stuart Shapiro @stuartshapiroblou.bsky.social argues there are 2 steps to target sludge. The first would be to reinvigorate and use the Paperwork Reduction Act (#PRA), and the second would entail building a coalition against sludge. bloustein.rutgers.edu/dean-shapiro...
January 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
In this @cato.org piece, Dean Stuart Shapiro @stuartshapiroblou.bsky.social argues there are 2 steps to target sludge. The first would be to reinvigorate and use the Paperwork Reduction Act (#PRA), and the second would entail building a coalition against sludge. bloustein.rutgers.edu/dean-shapiro...