Nov 30, 2024  
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
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Greenspun College of Urban Affairs


The world is experiencing its highest rate of urbanization. As a result, cities are experiencing rapid change, challenges, and opportunities. There is a need for safe, resilient communities, effective government and policy, civil discourse, effective and ethical journalism, healthy families, and effective urban support structures for behavioral and/or mental health needs. Graduate students in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs are encouraged to learn about urban contexts through their coursework, research, and practice. By learning through cutting edge curriculum, engaging in community partnerships, and interacting with a high quality faculty, students have the opportunity to develop solutions for individuals, families, and urban communities.

Robert Ulmer, Dean, Greenspun College of Urban Affairs
 
The Greenspun College of Urban Affairs currently houses*:
 
Two Ph.D. programs
Two executive master’s degrees
  • Criminology
  • Public Affairs
  • Criminal Justice
  • Crisis and Emergency Management
Four M.A. degrees
Three graduate certificate programs
  • Communication Studies
  • Criminal Justice
  • Journalism and Media Studies
  • Urban Leadership
 
  • Emergency Crisis Management Cybersecurity
  • Non-profit Management
  • Public Management
One M.S. degree
A dual master’s and professional degree
  • Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) and Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
Two professional master’s degrees
One institute
  • Public Administration (MPA)
  • Social Work (MSW)
  • MGM Resorts Public Policy Institute
     


*Please contact respective program graduate coordinators regarding current degree and curriculum offerings
 

Programs 

Communication Studies  

Criminal Justice  

Hank Greenspun School of Journalism & Media Studies  

Marriage & Family Therapy  

School of Public Policy and Leadership  

School of Social Work  

College Information

Greenspun College of Urban Affairs

Dean’s Office