MCNY in the News

ASPA Times (August 2008)
In June 2008, Linda Barnes (a graduate student of Public Affairs and Administration) became the first recipient of the annual Phillip J. Rutledge Scholarship, awarded by MCNY’s School of Management.
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New York Times (June 13, 2006)
In this article, "A Fresh Start Needs Hands Willing to Help" read about a former convict who has turned his life around and earned his MPA with the help of MCNY.
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CaribNews (March 1, 2005)
Dean Crookendale discusses the global nature of the MCNY's MPA programs, including initiatives throughout the Caribbean, as well as a learning excursion to Israel.
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Cynthia Toye Makes a Difference

Skills learned in MPA studies help Cynthia Toye to help even more people.

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About this Program
This unique, three-semester-long MPA can be completed in one year. The program of study and practice has been designed specifically for working professionals with some related experience in a public agency, not-for-profit or profit making setting and provides the student with the skills necessary to enhance the organization's efficiency through applied learning. Each semester is 15 weeks long, and concentrates on an area essential to building leadership careers in public service.

Course Offerings
The three Purposes of the MPA are inter-related and lead to the completion of a Constructive Action (typically a thesis in more theoretical programs). An extensive research component is integrated into each semester's requirements. Graduate students are awarded the MPA upon the successful completion of 45 credits (15 credits per semester) and a grade point average of a 3.0.

Meet the Faculty
Here are some of the full-time and adjunct professors (who are all practitioners in their fields). Ours is a highly committed group who not only impart knowledge, but encourage and nurture students to excel.

Letter from the Dean
Meet Dean Humphrey Crookendale. He sets the course for the program and works with the faculty and administration to deliver an exceptional learning experience to every student.

Constructive Action
The Constructive Action is the heart of MCNY's Purpose-Centered Education. Each semester students produce a Constructive Action (CA) paper that not only demonstrates mastery of the semester's Purpose, but also seeks to improve or address a specific situation at the work or internship site.

Opportunities to Become Board Certified in Human Services
Metropolitan College is dedicated to continuing support for its graduates. Certified individuals will be entitled to include the certification initials HS-BCP following their degree designation. This is an opportunity for eligible individuals to bolster their resume and enhance their formal credentials.

Metropolitan Institute
The Metropolitan Institute, formerly the Urban Institute, was founded in 2000 for the purpose of facilitating dialogue, research and assessment in regards to issues surrounding urban policy, particularly those in underserved areas.

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About this Program Course Offerings Meet the Faculty A Letter from the Dean Constructive Action Metropolitan Institute Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society	Printable brochure Constructive Action Send this page to a friend MCNY in the News ASPA Times (August 2008) In June 2008, Linda Barnes (a graduate student of Public Affairs and Administration) became the first recipient of the annual Phillip J. Rutledge Scholarship, awarded by MCNY’s School of Management. open PDF \| » New York Times (June 13, 2006) In this article, "A Fresh Start Needs Hands Willing to Help" read about a former convict who has turned his life around and earned his MPA with the help of MCNY. open PDF \| » CaribNews (March 1, 2005) Dean Crookendale discusses the global nature of the MCNY's MPA programs, including initiatives throughout the Caribbean, as well as a learning excursion to Israel. open PDF \| » Cynthia Toye Makes a Difference Skills learned in MPA studies help Cynthia Toye to help even more people. play video: (2:27 min) high bandwidth \| low bandwidth RealPlayer required to view video Produced by: Pazit Levitan and Twinpool, Inc. About this Program This unique, three-semester-long MPA can be completed in one year. The program of study and practice has been designed specifically for working professionals with some related experience in a public agency, not-for-profit or profit making setting and provides the student with the skills necessary to enhance the organization's efficiency through applied learning. Each semester is 15 weeks long, and concentrates on an area essential to building leadership careers in public service. Course Offerings The three Purposes of the MPA are inter-related and lead to the completion of a Constructive Action (typically a thesis in more theoretical programs). An extensive research component is integrated into each semester's requirements. Graduate students are awarded the MPA upon the successful completion of 45 credits (15 credits per semester) and a grade point average of a 3.0. Meet the Faculty Here are some of the full-time and adjunct professors (who are all practitioners in their fields). Ours is a highly committed group who not only impart knowledge, but encourage and nurture students to excel. Letter from the Dean Meet Dean Humphrey Crookendale. He sets the course for the program and works with the faculty and administration to deliver an exceptional learning experience to every student. Constructive Action The Constructive Action is the heart of MCNY's Purpose-Centered Education. Each semester students produce a Constructive Action (CA) paper that not only demonstrates mastery of the semester's Purpose, but also seeks to improve or address a specific situation at the work or internship site. Opportunities to Become Board Certified in Human Services Metropolitan College is dedicated to continuing support for its graduates. Certified individuals will be entitled to include the certification initials HS-BCP following their degree designation. This is an opportunity for eligible individuals to bolster their resume and enhance their formal credentials. Metropolitan Institute The Metropolitan Institute, formerly the Urban Institute, was founded in 2000 for the purpose of facilitating dialogue, research and assessment in regards to issues surrounding urban policy, particularly those in underserved areas. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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