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Andrew Cuomo on New York State Government Reform Aug 14, 2012

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Andrew Cuomo, former New York State Secretary of Housing and Urban Development presents a policy address on reform New York State Government. Mr. Cuomo is introduced by Barbara Fife, Director of External Affairs at the School of Public Affairs.
The speech takes place March 30, 2006 at the William and Anita Newman Vertical Campus.

Reflections on Philanthropy Aug 14, 2012

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Professionals from the donor side of the philanthropic sector offer insight and suggestions to organizations seeking funding.
The event is introduced by James A. Krauskopf, Distinguished Lecturer and Director of the School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group; and by David Birdsell, Dean of the School of Public Affairs.
Speakers include: Hildy Simmons, Independent Philanthropic Consultant, former Managing Director and head of the Global Foundations Group at JP Morgan Private Bank; and Mark L. Bodden, Vice President / Director, Rudin Foundation.
The event takes place March 23, 2006 at the William and Anita Newman Vertical Campus.

Peter F. Vallone Book Talk: My Life in New York Politics Aug 14, 2012

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Former Speaker of the City Council of New York City Peter F. Vallone Sr. discusses excerpts from his biography Learning to Govern: My Life in New York Politics, From Hell Gate to City Hall
The event is introduced by Sarah Ryan, Lecturer at The School of Public Affairs.

Using Communication and Marketing to Reach Nonprofit Goals Aug 14, 2012

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Proven methods for implemeting effective marketing and communication strategies for nonprofit organizations are discussed by a panel of marketing and communication professionals. Panelists are introduced by James A. Krauskopf, Distinguished Lecturer and Director of the School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group. The speakers include: Lillian Rodrigues-Lopez, President, Hispanic Federation, a service-oriented membership organization serving Latino health and human service agencies in New York; and Harvey Hirsch, Indpendent Marketing Consultant. The event is sponsored by the School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group and takes place on February 16, 2006 at the Vertical Campus building.

Lessons from the NYC Fiscal Crisis: 30 Years Later Aug 14, 2012

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A distinguished panel of scholars and civic leaders reflect upon New York City's 1970s financial crisis thirty years after.
Felix Rohatyn, former U.S. Ambassador to France, former chairman of the Municipal Assistance Corporation and instrumental player in helping New York City emerge from bankruptcy serves as the keynote speaker.
Welcoming remarks are made by Louise Mirrer, president and CEO of the New-York Historical Society; and Kathleen Waldron, president of Baruch College.
Acting Dean of the School of Public Affairs, David Birdsell introduces and moderates the panel, consisting of: Eugene Keilin, founder, Keilin & Co. LLC and former executive director and chair of the Muncipal Assistance Corporation; Dall Forsyth, distinguished lecturer at the School of Public Affairs and former budget director for the State of New York; and Ronnie Lowenstein, director of the New York City Independent Budget Office.
The co-sponsored event takes place October 25, 2005 at the New-York Historical Society.

New York City's Residential Property Tax: Policy and Politcs Aug 14, 2012

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Politics and policies surrounding New York City property taxes and are discussed in a seminar held by the School of Public Affairs. Tax burdens and current assesment methods for different classes of property are illustrated and debated in a panel discussion.
Opeing remarks are made by Barabara Fife, Director of External Affairs & Executive programs at the School of Public Affairs and David Weprin, New York City Council member. Dal Forsythe, Distinguished Lecturer at the School of Public Affairs serves as the panel moderator.
Panelists include: Larian Angelo, Director, Finance Division , New York City Council; Dick Netzer, Adjunct Professor, New York University; Martha Stark, Esq., New York City Finance Commissioner; and George Sweeting, Deputy Director, New York City Independent Budget Office.
The event took place on October 31, 2005.

Thomas Tierney: New Approaches to Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations Aug 14, 2012

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Thomas J. Tierney, director of eBay, founder of the nonprofit consulting firm Bridgespan Group and former Chief Executive Officer of the consulting firm Bain & Company speaks about the future of nonprofit sector and the need for leadership.
The event is introduced by Professor James A. Krauskopf, Distinguished Lecturer and Director, School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group. Opening remarks are given by David Birdsell, interim Dean of the School of Public Affairs and Sanjay Shah, co-chair at the Financial Executives Networking Group not-for-profit special interest group.
The event is sponsored by both the School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group and the Financial Executives Networking Group and takes place on November 11, 2005 in the William and Anita Newman Conference Center, room 750.

Nonprofit Conference: Individual Giving Aug 14, 2012

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A conversation between Larry Gallagher, Vice President for College Advancement and Lawrence Zicklin, Chairman, Neuberger Berman & Chairman, The Baruch College Fund, alumnus, professor and major benefactor of Baruch College regarding the process and the transformative potential of individual philanthropic giving for both benefactors and beneficiaries.
James A. Krauskopf introduces the speakers.
The event is hosted by the School of Public Affairs Nonprofit Group and takes place on November 10, 2005 at 135 East 22nd Street.

Meet the Candidates: New York City Council Speaker Debate Aug 14, 2012

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A public forum presenting the candidates running in the January 4, 2006 election for the office of New York City Council Speaker. Candidates introduce themselves and express their views on a wide range of topics including housing, jobs, taxes, health care education and the environment.
The event is introduced by David Birdsell, Dean of the School of Public Affairs; Marcia Bystryn, Executive Director, New York City League of Conservation Voters; Dick Dadey, Executive Director, Citizens Union of the City of New York. The event is moderated by Douglas Muzzio, professor of public affairs at Baruch College.
The speaker candidates featured are: Leroy Comrie, Bill deBlasio, Lewis Fidler, Melinda Katz, Christine Quinn, Joel Rivera and David Weprin.
The event is co-sponsored by Baruch College School of Public Affairs, the Citizens Union of the City of New York and the New York League of Conservation Voters. It takes place on November 17, 2005 in Vertical Campus room 14-220.

Your Health and the Environment Aug 14, 2012

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"Lecture on “The Role of Nutrition and Environmental Pollution in Cancer Prevention and Treatment” by Mitchell L. Gaynor, M.D., founder and president of Gaynor Integrative Oncology and Professor of Medicine at Weill Medical College.
Dr. Gaynor is introduced by David Birdsell, Dean of the School of Public Affairs; Stan Altman, former SPA Dean; and Ted Kheel, noted labor organizer and advocate for sustainable economic development.
The lecture is co-sponsored by Nurture New York's Nature and by the Baruch College Graduate Student Association. The event takes place on September 21, 2005 at the Newman Conference Center"

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