Author: Sarah Tweedie

Sarah Tweedie is the Assistant Director for the MPA in Environmental Science & Policy program. The 12-month program is offered jointly through the Earth Institute and the School of International & Public Affairs.

Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

by | 10.1.2012 at 12:47pm
Members of the ESP Class of 2013 on a field trip to Bronx River Park. Apply soon to join the Class of 2014!

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 [...]

Learn more about the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Program

by | 8.29.2012 at 4:58pm
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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 [...]

Join us for the MPA Workshop Final Briefings

by | 8.13.2012 at 12:33pm
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Please join us for the Summer Workshop final briefings for the MPA in Environmental Science & Policy program at Columbia University’s School of International & Public Affairs. This will be a unique opportunity to expose yourself to research our students have been conducting this semester. The briefings will be held on Wednesday, August 15 from [...]

An Army Operations Officer Studies Environmental Issues

by | 1.5.2012 at 4:18pm
A former Army officer, Carusoe Park joined the MPA ESP Class of 2012 to

Carusoe Park spent six years serving in the United States Army before enrolling in the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program. His experiences abroad inspired him to bring environmental policies and practices back to the United States. Through the program, Carusoe hopes to become an environmental professional and leader.

A Former Marketing Professional Tackles Environmental Issues

by | 12.14.2011 at 6:44pm
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Brazilian native, Patricia Grossi Reis, came from London with a non-profit background, to join the MPA in Environmental Science & Policy Class of 2012. Patricia plans to combine her experience in direct marketing for a non-profit organization with her new knowledge of environmental policy to make a career change she has long been considering. For Patricia, her time in the classroom has just been a small part of her educational experience.

Environmental Science and Policy Students Focus on Management Issues

by | 12.5.2011 at 3:05pm | 1 Comment
Members of the Waste-To-Energy Technology Act of 2011 group after their Final Briefings.

On Wednesday, November 30, students in the Master of Public Administration program in Environmental Science and Policy presented their final Workshop briefings for fellow students and staff at the School of International and Public Affairs. Students in the program conduct research and analysis in the Workshop course for each of the three semesters they spend in the program. By shifting the focus of their research each semester, students are able to gain a variety of skills and experiences addressing such issues as management, funding and legislative initiatives.

Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards – Deadline Extension

by | 12.1.2011 at 7:32pm
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The School of International and Public Affairs, Environmental Sustainability Fellows will be awarded for the first time by the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy program for the academic year 2012-2013. Environmental Sustainability Fellows will receive $20,000 each toward their tuition. We have extended the application deadline for the award to January 15, 2012.

Workshop Is Practical Training for Environmental Students

by | 10.28.2011 at 6:05pm
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MPA in Environmental Science and Policy students investigate sustainable fisheries, antibiotics in agriculture, hydrofracking, and the solar industry in New York. Students get real-world training analyzing environmental policy and proposing the best recommendations during program workshops.

New Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards

by | 10.14.2011 at 10:45am
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The School of International and Public Affairs, Environmental Sustainability Fellows will be awarded for the first time by the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy program for the academic year 2012-2013. The $20,000 award will go toward student tuition.

Recruiting in Chicago, Indiana, Michigan for MPA in Environmental Science & Policy

by | 10.10.2011 at 12:52pm

Are you interested in learning more about the 12-month MPA in Environmental Science and Policy? Join us for information sessions in Chicago, Indiana and Michigan, where you can speak with a program representative to learn more about the exciting opportunities that you will have as a student in the program. The MPA in Environmental Science and Policy is housed at the School of International and Public Affairs and designed by the Earth Institute, Columbia University.