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Wilder School stands out with recognition at the American Society for Public Administration conference
Three Wilder School faculty members achieved important senior career distinctions by earning prestigious awards at the annual American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Conference held in Jacksonville, Fla. March 18-22. The honorees include: Wilder School Dean Susan T. Gooden, recipient of the Gwendolyn Bullock-Smith Public Service Award; Blue Wooldridge, recipient of the Gloria Hobson Nordin Social Equity Award; and Bill Leighty, recipient of the National Public Service Award.
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Wilder School advances in 2023 U.S. News & World Report rankings
The 2023 U.S. News & World Report rankings show the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University rose to No. 35 in the nation among public affairs graduate schools (up from No. 38 in 2022). The Wilder School’s public management and leadership program also climbed to No. 29 (rising from No. 34 in 2022) in the report’s specialty program rankings.
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Reflections on progress in Ukraine with Jay Albanese
Jay Albanese, a leading researcher in international crime, looks back on his experiences visiting Ukraine
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Preparing Virginia for cannabis regulation with Greg Felix
What does it take to compete in the recently legalized cannabis industry in Virginia? What are the best ways to effectively navigate policy concerns and regulations across this uncharted landscape? Understanding the business side of marijuana is no small task. Greg Felix joined the Wilder School Lunch and Learn series to share his expertise in the processes, challenges and legal implications required to successfully launch a new industry in the commonwealth.
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Spring 2022 Commencement Information
The Wilder School will hold its spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the Richmond Convention Center.
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Responding effectively to intimate partner violence
Wilder School researcher Amanda Goodson uses a trauma-informed approach to inform law enforcement response strategies to aid victims.
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Social media provides ‘an instant window into the ravages of war’ in Ukraine
VCU professor Will Pelfrey shares his perspective on social media’s role in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Exploring North Korea’s history and evolving threats
‘With its nuclear weapons, cyber operations and missile systems, North Korea’s asymmetric military capabilities should not be underestimated,’ VCU expert says.
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Lunch and Learn - Marijuana, Cannabis, Weed: Is Virginia Ready for Regulation?
What does it take to compete in the recently legalized cannabis industry in Virginia? What are the best ways to effectively navigate policy concerns and regulations across this uncharted landscape?
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Moving Forward Together: The Road to Transportation Equity in RVA with Joe Dillard
What is the role of transit in shaping equity for individuals and communities?
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