ADVANCED PROJECTS

May be repeated for up to 6 points of credit. Graduate-level projects in various areas of electrical engineering and computer science. In consultation with an instructor, each student designs his or her project depending on the students previous training and experience. Students should consult with a professor in their area for detailed arrangements no later than the last day of registration.

• Department: Electrical Engineering
• Instructor: Nima Mesgarani
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• Instructor: Debasis Mitra
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• Instructor: John W Paisley
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• Instructor: Matthias Preindl
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• Instructor: Mingoo Seok
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• Instructor: Kenneth Shepard
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• Instructor: Tanvir Ahmed Khan
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• Instructor: Yannis P Tsividis
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• Instructor: David G Vallancourt
  CULPA: 28 Info
• Instructor: Wen I Wang
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• Instructor: Xiaodong Wang
  CULPA: 15 Info
• Instructor: John Wright
  CULPA: 1 h-index: 44 Info
• Instructor: Charles A Zukowski
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• Instructor: Gil Zussman
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• Instructor: Alexander Gaeta
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• Instructor: Savannah Eisner
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• Instructor: James Anderson
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• Instructor: Asaf Cidon
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• Instructor: Xiang Meng
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• Instructor: Micah Goldblum
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• Instructor: Homayoon Beigi
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• Instructor: Henning G Schulzrinne
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• Instructor: Navid Asr
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• 1-4 points

SEMINAR & PRODUCTION

Conflict & OSINT Reportin

• Department: Journalism
• T 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• 6 points

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BOOK WRITING

• Department: Journalism
• M 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa Belkin
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• 6 points

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Business/Economics Audio

• Department: Journalism
• W 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Robert A Smith
  CULPA: 13 Info
• 6 points

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Business & Economic Reporting

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Winnie O'Kelley
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• 6 points

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City Newsroom

• Department: Journalism
• W 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Juan M Benitez-Fernel
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• 6 points

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Data Visualization

• Department: Journalism
• W 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Jon Keegan
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• 6 points

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COVERING CLIMATE

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Marguerite Y Holloway
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• 6 points

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Covering Religion

• Department: Journalism
• T 9 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Aida Alami
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• 6 points

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DIGITAL LONGFORM

• Department: Journalism
• R 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• 6 points

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Documentary Seminar

• Department: Journalism
• W 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Robe III Imbriano
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• 6 points

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Fire & Voice: Justice

• Department: Journalism
• R 9 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Helen Benedict
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• 6 points

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Narrative Social Issues

• Department: Journalism
• R 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Jessica L Bruder
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• 6 points

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Intl Newsroom: GLOBAL SOUTH

• Department: Journalism
• M 9 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Howard French
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• 6 points

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INFORMATION WARFARE REPORTING

• Department: Journalism
• W 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• 6 points

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Investigating Healthcare

• Department: Journalism
• M 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Charles Ornstein
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• 6 points

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INVESTIGATIVE PROJECTS

• Department: Journalism
• M 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• 6 points

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Arts Criticism

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Alisa Solomon
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• 6 points

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Magazine Workshop

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• 6 points

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MULTIMEDIA STORYTELLING

• Department: Journalism
• W 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• 6 points

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Opinion Writing

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Rita A Omokha
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• 6 points

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Shoe Leather

• Department: Journalism
• R 2 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
• 6 points

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Moderating The Internet

• Department: Journalism
• T 9 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Anika C Navaroli
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• 6 points

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SPORTS REPORTING

• Department: Journalism
• W 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• 6 points

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TELLING STORIES IN SOUND

• Department: Journalism
• MW 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Kat Chow
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• 6 points

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Data Investigate Acoss Borders

• Department: Journalism
• M 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Giannina Segnini
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• 6 points

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VIDEO NEWSROOM

• Department: Journalism
• R 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Jamie Becker
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• 6 points

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Visual Storytelling

• Department: Journalism
• R 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Jika Gonzalez
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• 6 points

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FRONTIERS COMPUT JOURNALISM

• Department: Journalism
• R 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Dhrumil Mehta
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• 6 points

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News Products: The Underg

• Department: Journalism
• T 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: George W III Miller
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• 6 points

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Video Newsroom: Sports

• Department: Journalism
• R 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: James M Bittel
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• 6 points

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Business & Economic Reporting

• Department: Journalism
• T 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Sara A Silver
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• 6 points

TUTORIAL

COLUMBIA SOCIAL WORK REVIEW

• Department: Social Work
• Instructor: Susan S Witte
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• 0-3 points

TUTORIAL

• Department: Social Work
• Instructor: Brenda Jones Harden
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• Instructor: Charles Lea
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• Instructor: Susan S Witte
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• Instructor: Qin Gao
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• Instructor: Mashura Akilova
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• Instructor: Amy S Kapadia
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• 0-3 points

COMP MODELING-PHYSIOL SYSTEMS

Advanced computational modeling and quantitative analysis of selected physiological systems from molecules to organs. Selected systems are analyzed in depth with an emphasis on modeling methods and quantitative analysis. Topics may include cell signaling, molecular transport, excitable membranes, respiratory physiology, nerve transmission, circulatory control, auditory signal processing, muscle physiology, data collection and analysis.

• Department: Biomedical Engineering
• M 4:10 p.m.-6:40 p.m.
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• 3 points

MASTERS RESEARCH

Individual research in the students field of specialization at the masters level. DEES PhD students register for this in the semester in which thay take their Masters Exam.

• Department: Earth and Environmental Sciences
• Instructor: Kaleigh B Matthews
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• 4 points

MASTER'S THESIS

Research in an area of Electrical Engineering culminating in a verbal presentation and a written thesis document approved by the thesis instructor. Must obtain permission from a thesis instructor to enroll. Thesis projects span at least two terms: an ELEN E6001 or E6002 Advanced Project followed by the E6003 Master’s Thesis with the same instructor. Students must use a department recommended format for thesis writing. Counts towards the amount of research credit in the MS program.

• Department: Electrical Engineering
• Instructor: Zoran Kostic
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• 3 points

FOUNDATIONS FOR EXCELLENCE IN DENT II

• Department: Dental and Oral Surgery
• 0 points

People Management and Building Organizat

People Management & Org C

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course explores key themes in people management and organizational culture, equipping students with skills to lead diverse teams and build resilient, high-performing workplaces. Through case studies, simulations, and applied exercises, students will examine talent strategy, performance management, inclusive leadership, and organizational design. The course emphasizes practical tools for navigating complex challenges such as incentive structures, conflict resolution, and talent retention in dynamic global environments.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• R 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Teemu Alexander Puutio
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• 1.5 points

BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION I

BIOMEDICAL DESIGN I

Project-based design experience for graduate students. Elements of design process, including need identification, concept generation, concept selection, and implementation. Development of design prototype and introduction to entrepreneurship and implementation strategies. Real-world training in biomedical design and innovation.

• Department: Biomedical Engineering
• MW 2:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Megan Heenan
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• 3 points

Effective Management in the Public Servi

Management in Public Serv

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course introduces students to the field of public management, focusing on the tools and strategies managers use to influence organizational behavior and deliver public services. Through lectures, case studies, discussions, and group projects, students will explore management practices in government and in nonprofit and private organizations that partner with the public sector. The course draws on examples from New York City and U.S. agencies, as well as comparative cases from Asia, Latin America, and Europe. A lab section deepens engagement with course materials and features guest speakers from across sectors.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• M 5:10 p.m.-7 p.m.
• M 7:10 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: William B Eimicke
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• 1.5 points

LAB-TO-MARKET

Introduction to and application of commercialization of biomedical innovations. Topics include needs clarification, stakeholder analysis, market analysis, value proposition, business models, intellectual property, regulatory, and reimbursement. Development of path-to-market strategy and pitch techniques.

• Department: Biomedical Engineering
• T 4:10 p.m.-7:25 p.m.
• Instructor: Megan Heenan
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• 3 points

ANALYSIS OF CHANGE

Prerequisites: graduate course in ANOVA, General Linear Model or the instructors permission. A survey course in statistical methods for the analysis of repeated measures data, including data from experimental and nonexperimental studies. Surveys classical (e.g. MANOVA) and modern methods (e.g. Multilevel Models) for both continuous and categorical outcomes.

• Department: Psychology
• MW 10:10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Niall Bolger
  CULPA: 4 h-index: 55 Info
• 4 points

Crisis Leadership and Adaptive Managemen

Crisis Leadership & Mgmt

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course equips students with the skills, strategies, and resilience necessary to lead effectively during extreme events and complex crises. Drawing on case studies, personal narratives, and interactive exercises, the course examines how crises —ranging from natural disasters and terrorist attacks to cyber incidents and pandemics —require adaptive management and decisive leadership under intense pressure. Students will examine the multiple forces that shape crisis response, including social, cognitive, operational, and political dynamics. The course provides a framework for assessing risk, coordinating cross-sector efforts, developing crisis communication strategies, and fostering innovation in fast-evolving situations.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• W 1:10 p.m.-3 p.m.
• W 5:10 p.m.-7 p.m.
• 1.5 points

MESAAS RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM

This course provides a structured setting for stand-alone M.A. students in their final year and Ph.D. students in their second and third years to develop their research trajectories in a way that complements normal coursework. The seminar meets approximately biweekly and focuses on topics such as research methodology; project design; literature review, including bibliographies and citation practices; grant writing. Required for MESAAS graduate students in their second and third year.

• Department: Middle Eastern, South Asian and African Studies
• R 4:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
• Instructor: Alison Vacca
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• 2 points

Crisis Communications

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course blends crisis communication theory, case studies, and immersive simulations to prepare students for high-stakes communications challenges in the public and nonprofit sectors. Students will develop strategic judgment and tactical skills necessary to lead during crises while practicing rapid-response communication under pressure.

Topics include defining and diagnosing crises, designing messaging strategies, working with the media, coordinating across agencies, and maintaining public trust. The course also explores the role of tone and humor, legal considerations, and the dynamics of internal and external communication during emergencies.

Students will engage in hands-on simulations replicating real-world crises, such as natural disasters, viral incidents, and organizational failures. Through weekly assignments and scenario-based exercises, students will gain experience developing crisis memos, talking points, and live-response strategies.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• W 7:10 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Kristen R Grennan
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• 1.5 points

Persuasion and Applied Negotiation Skill

Persuasion & Negotiation

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course is an interactive, practice-focused experience designed to equip students with skills and confidence in negotiation and persuasion across public and private sector contexts. Drawing on negotiation psychology, best practices, and evidence-based approaches, the course will develop students’ ability to navigate complex interpersonal and multilateral dynamics.

Through simulations, roleplays, and real-world case studies, students will learn to apply integrative and distributive negotiation methods, build strong positions and alternatives, and manage collective bargaining, mediation, arbitration, and asymmetric power dynamics.

Course topics include negotiation theory, stakeholder analysis, multilateral and cross-cultural negotiation, and solution-driven communication. Students will develop the ability to assess power dynamics, leverage personal strengths, and contribute effectively in multi-stakeholder settings.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• W 3:10 p.m.-5 p.m.
• R 3:10 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Teemu Alexander Puutio
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• 1.5 points

EXPERIMENTAL SOCIAL WORK COURSES

SW REFUGEE/DISPLACED PERS

• Department: Social Work
• W 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Mashura Akilova
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• 3 points

EXPERIMENTAL SOCIAL WORK COURSES

ARTIFICIAL INTEL RESEARCH

• Department: Social Work
• T 11:10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• 3 points

EXPERIMENTAL SOCIAL WORK COURSES

PSYCHEDELIC ASSTD THERAPY

• Department: Social Work
• W 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Courtney Hutchison
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• 3 points

Galaxies and the Interstellar/Intergalac

Galaxies and ISM/IGM

A broad introduction to galaxies: what they contain; how to describe them; and properties of galactic populations in different environments and at different times. This will include:

- Discussion of galactic dynamics, which describes the gravitational framework within which galaxies form as dark matter and collisionless baryons (i.e. stars/compact objects/BH) interact;

- The physics and properties of the ISM/IGM that shape their baryonic content.

- A synthesis of the previous sections to describe methods to study and the state of our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.

• Department: Astronomy
• TR 10:10 a.m.-11:25 a.m.
• Instructor: Kathryn V Johnston
  CULPA: 4 h-index: 54 Info
• 3 points

Material Culture and Classics

In this course, we will explore the material and visual culture of the Mediterranean lands and beyond, that is Greece, Italy, Spain, North Africa, Asia Minor, Ancient Near East etc. Of course, facing the immensity of the topic and the bibliography we will be necessarily selective and experimental. We will alternate between reading ancient classical sources, secondary treatments, theoretical and conceptual readings, excavation reports, archaeological guides, and actual artifacts and images. The goal is to familiarize Classics students with trends in the study of material culture and to apply interdisciplinarity in research. We will aim to hold every other session in a museum in the New York region (Metropolitan Museum, Brooklyn museum, etc). The selection of artifacts below is chose to complement and complicate the readings, but other choices are perfectly possible according to student interests and the evolution of our discussions.

• Department: Classics
• M 10:10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Paraskevi Martzavou
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• 3 points

Managing Communications

MIA & MPA Leadership and Management II Core. 
This course trains students to become effective spokespersons and communications directors in any sector—government, nonprofit, or private enterprise. The class focuses on developing practical skills and insight into the extensive role of communications in achieving organizational goals.

Students will assume the role of a communications executive for a real organization of their choice for the duration of the course. Assignments will be framed from this perspective, including developing a public relations strategy, drafting executive communications, preparing weekly media reports, and planning crisis responses.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• M 5:10 p.m.-7 p.m.
• Instructor: Hagar Hajjar Chemali
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• 1.5 points

GENERALIST SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM

GENERALIST SW PRACTICUM

Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.

• Department: Social Work
• Instructor: Angel Bosque
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• Instructor: Claire Cuno
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• Instructor: Jennys de la Rosa
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• Instructor: Sasha R Diamond-Lenow
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• Instructor: Alexandra Estevez
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• Instructor: Rachael E Goldberg
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• Instructor: Alexandra Hakim
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• Instructor: Caridel Hernandez
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• Instructor: Stephanie Jalinos
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• Instructor: Abigail J Martin
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• Instructor: Sarah D Johnston
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• Instructor: Jacqueline M Lagrassa
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• Instructor: Chelsea E Rissner
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• Instructor: Karen R Arsham
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• Instructor: Sarah R Feeney
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• Instructor: Barbara Victome
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• 4.5 points