UCR School of Public Policy

Faculty in the news alert! 📰❗

Professor Mehdi Nemati was interviewed by NBC for a video feature surrounding how land sinking is affecting the value of homes in areas like New Orleans, New York City, Miami, and San Francisco. 🏠

Watch the full video here: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/11/us-cities-are-sinking-heres-what-that-means-for-homeowners.html

U.S. cities are sinking. Here's what that means for homeowners Home values in areas with high land subsidence could drop 8.1%, according to forthcoming research. It's not the only way sinking surfaces could affect consumers.

The School of Public Policy is seeking Assistant Professors! 📣

Applicants must have an earned doctorate by the time of appointment in a relevant field and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching.

Learn more about the position at https://spp.ucr.edu/about/jobs.

For inquiries, contact [email protected].

Check it out! ⭐ School of Public Policy professor Mehdi Nemati was interviewed by MIT Technology Review for “The cost of building the perfect wave.”

He discusses the importance of reducing water usage concerning pools and luxury developments, with insight into how public perception of these projects plays a role in lack of water conservation.

Read the article here: https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/06/17/1093388/surf-pools-ocean-climate-change-water-scarcity/

The cost of building the perfect wave The growing business of surf pools wants to bring the ocean experience inland. But with many planned for areas facing water scarcity, who bears the cost?

We are pleased to welcome our newest Assistant Professor in the School of Public Policy… Dr. Wei Kang! 🎉

Dr. Kang’s research interest is in housing, residential mobility, urban & neighborhood change, inequality, and disaster resilience. She was previously a postdoctoral scholar at our Center for Geospatial Sciences as well as a research scientist at our Inland Center for Sustainable Development!

Welcome to the faculty lineup! 👋

📣Reminder📣

Join us tomorrow for the “Threats to Elected Officials: What can be done?” discussion with former Mayor of Riverside, Ronald Loveridge and IELCC Chief of Staff, Greg Hutchins.💼

⏰5:00 - 7:00 pm
📍Alumni and Visitors Center

Learn more about how threats targeting elected officials negatively affect our political process and local demographic forums.🏛️

Register via threats-electeds.eventbrite.com

Our alumni are making big strides! 🙌

Preeti Juturu ‘22 recently graduated with her Masters of Science in Public Health from UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and is a finalist for the U.S. Presidential Management Fellowship! 🎉
The fellowship is the Federal Government’s premier leadership development program, recruiting and developing future government leaders.

Learn more about the program at https://www.pmf.gov/about-us/history-and-overview/.

Congratulations to School of Public Policy alumnus Imad Jobah ‘20 for landing a spot on the Arab America Foundation “30 Under 30” list! ⭐

This program spotlights professionals who are engaged in promoting their heritage and culture to empower their communities and make a difference.

We’re so proud seeing our alumni flourish! 🤗

Learn more at https://arabamericafoundation.org/30-under-30/.

Join the conversation with former mayor of Riverside, Ronald Loveridge! 📣

Threats and harassment targeting elected officials are negatively impacting our political processes and local democratic forums. What can be done?

Other speakers include IELCC Chief of Staff Greg Hutchins and UCSD’s VIP Lab 👏

➡️ Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/threats-to-elected-officials-what-can-be-done-tickets-926276717597?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Date: June 26th, 2024
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: UCR Alumni & Visitor’s Center, 3701 Canyon Crest Dr Riverside, CA 92521

Amazing news! ⭐️

The UCR School of Public Policy has jumped 26 positions in the U.S. News & World Report grad school rankings! 🏆 This year, we ranked 76th in the nation, a significant improvement from our ranking of 102 in 2022.

We are so proud of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni for continuing SPP’s legacy of being one of the largest public policy programs in the nation! 👏

Read more: https://insideucr.ucr.edu/stories/2024/06/12/school-public-policy-moves-national-rankings

📣 Check out our latest Policy Chats Podcast Episode! In this episode, we got the opportunity to speak with UN Senior Policy Advisor Manav Sachdeva, about about his insights from his decorated career in international policy and how he works to help countries navigate from conflict to stability. 🌎

🎙️ Listen to the episode here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/policychats/episodes/UN-Sr--Policy-Advisor-Manav-Sachdeva-International-Policy--From-Conflict-to-Stability-e2kbkd2

As Decision 2024 approaches, read an article by UCR News featuring Dr. Andy Crosby because of his expertise in survey research📊 He is set to become the world's "most interesting man" until the presidential election🌎 He's the expert you want to discuss poll methodologies with! 📖

Learn more via

Til November, he's the world's most interesting man Andy Crosby is the guy you want at your dinner party in the next few months. With about six months until "Decision 2024," he's elbows deep in presidential polls, scouring their methodology, debunking them when necessary. Crosby, who is an assistant professor in the School of Public Policy, became im...

Interested in Environmental Law? 🌳

Join the Witkin State Law Library and Professor Dave Owen for a free live webinar on "Environmental Law and the Things We Need to Build" on Tuesday, June 11th, at 6PM! ✨

Register via https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WQa9fSmmSMWFz3fwas8Fgg #/registration

Reminder!📣

Join us and Dr. Michael Hanemann tomorrow at 12pm! We will discuss the irrigation complexities, crop selections, and economic beliefs.🚜 Let's discuss why economic theory does not always align with real-world practices.🌱

The seminar will be held at INTN 4023!

In-Person Registration: https://water-may15.eventbrite.com/
Virtual Registration: http://bit.ly/water-hanemann

Is using too much water for crops actually good for the economy?🚜

Join Dr. Michael Hanemann as he dives into the complexities of irrigation, crop choices, and economic beliefs.💧Let’s uncover why economic theory does not always match real-world practices. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore solutions for farming!🌱

Wednesday, May 15th
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
INTN 4023

In-Person Registration: https://water-may15.eventbrite.com/
Virtual Registration: http://bit.ly/water-hanemann

Remember that the deadline to apply for the BA/MPP program is Wednesday, May 15th!

Earn your BA and master’s degrees in public policy in 5 years instead of 6. 👨🏼‍🎓🎓👩🏽‍🎓

Apply now via spp.ucr.edu/ba-mpp

🚨Attention School of Public Policy Students🚨

Don’t forget to register for the Dean’s Ambassador Program Information Session this upcoming Monday!☀️Take your professional development to the next level by learning more about the program!💼And get the chance to meet with the program directors, student managers, and current ambassadors❗️��

Register via https://spp-amb-may-6.eventbrite.com

Join us in shaping California's future at UCR's Public Service Weekend this October! 🌟 Participants will explore policy issues, career opportunities, and professional development during the three-day program! 💼

Applications are now open until July 15th!

For more information and to apply, visit https://spp.ucr.edu/ucrs-public-service-weekend

Final Reminder🔔

will be hosting a transportation policy seminar🚛 tomorrow at 12pm at the UCR Alumni & Visitors Center!🏢Come meet the former CEO of SANDAG - San Diego Association of Governments, Hasan Ikhrata!

RSVP via https://spp-ikhrata.eventbrite.com/

📢REMINDER📢

Join us for a seminar about Transportation Policy🚆 this Thursday at 12pm with former CEO of SANDAG - San Diego Association of Governments, Hasan Ikhrata❗️The event will be held at the UCR Alumni & Visitors Center.

Free food will be provided!🥪

RSVP via https://spp-ikhrata.eventbrite.com/

Are you interesting in becoming a Dean's Ambassador🤔Join us for an information session on May 6th! Meet with the program director, student managers, and current ambassadors, as well as learn about the qualifications and requirements for becoming an ambassador.📚

Open only to current UCR public policy undergraduates (majors or minors) and MPP students.

For more information, visit https://spp-amb-may-6.eventbrite.com/ ❗️

Interested in transportation policy? Don't miss out on a seminar by Hasan Ikhrata, former CEO of SANDAG - San Diego Association of Governments. Join us as we dive into the insights of one of the nation's top transportation planning experts. Discover innovative solutions and insights into urban development and don't miss out on an opportunity to be a part of the conversation on changing transportation policy.

Thursday, May 2, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Alumni & Visitors Center

Register via https://spp-ikhrata.eventbrite.com/

Are you interested in Social Justice❓Then come join us and the Robert Presley Center of Crime and Justice Studies for a conference on "Gangs, Racism, Criminalization, and the Empowerment of Youths." This conversation seeks to create positive change and uplift marginalized voices in our community.🏡

The conference will be held on Wednesday, April 24th from 9:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the CHASS Interdisciplinary Building South 1113.

Register via https://tinyurl.com/ucrgangs