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Master of Data Science for Public Policy (MSDSP) Events
September 16 – Meet the MS Faculty Director: MS-DSP Program Overview & Application Process
Want to turn complex data into smarter policy?
Join us for an inside look at the Brooks School’s Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy (MS-DSP), a 12-month, STEM-designated master’s program.
Meet MS Degree Faculty Director Anne Byrne and Assistant Professor Max Kapustin for an overview of the MS-DSP program and learn how its interdisciplinary curriculum prepares graduates to combine data science, AI, statistics, and public policy to solve complex challenges across sectors.
You’ll explore:
- How the curriculum combines data science, AI, machine learning, statistics, ethics, and public policy.
- How Cornell faculty integrate research, hands-on projects, and real-world learning throughout the program.
- How the employer-focused capstone prepares students for data-driven careers across the private sector, government, consulting, healthcare, and nonprofits.
- What it’s like to study in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship at the Brooks School.
- How the Brooks School’s Office of Career Development supports students through career coaching, networking opportunities, and professional development.
- The admissions process and application requirements.
Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
November 17 – From Data to Decisions: Build Your Career in Data Analytics with Cornell’s MS in Data Science for Public Policy
Ready to build a career at the intersection of data science, AI, and public policy?
Join MS Degree Faculty Director Anne Byrne, Executive Director of Public Affairs Programming Tom O’Toole, Visiting Associate Professor Ning Su, and Associate Director of Career Development Michelle Gardner for an inside look at Cornell’s Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy (MS-DSP).
Learn how Cornell’s 12-month, STEM-designated master’s degree combines data science, AI, analytics, ethics, and public policy to prepare graduates for careers across business, consulting, healthcare, nonprofits, government, and international organizations.
You’ll explore:
- How Cornell’s interdisciplinary curriculum prepares students to use data science and AI to solve complex public policy challenges.
- The Brooks School’s “pracademic” approach and how students apply classroom learning through employer-focused projects, engaged learning, and close faculty mentorship.
- Career pathways for MS-DSP graduates and the career coaching, alumni network, and employer connections that support students throughout the program and beyond.
- Opportunities to learn from leading faculty and engage with Cornell’s collaborative ecosystem in AI, technology policy, and data-driven decision-making.
- The admissions process, application requirements, and what makes a competitive applicant.
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
December 1 – MS-DSP Current Student Panel
Wondering what it’s really like to be an MS-DSP student?
Hear directly from current students in Cornell’s Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy (MS-DSP) as they share their experiences inside and outside the classroom. Learn why they chose Brooks, what they hope to do after graduation, how they’re building technical and analytical skills, and what life is like in Ithaca.
You’ll explore:
- Why students chose Cornell’s interdisciplinary approach to data science, AI, and public policy.
- What it’s like to learn in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship.
- How students build technical skills through applied coursework, employer-focused projects, and hands-on learning.
- How students are preparing for careers across business, consulting, healthcare, nonprofits, government, and international organizations—and the types of roles they hope to pursue after graduation.
- What it’s like to call Ithaca home, from its scenic Finger Lakes setting and outdoor adventures to its collaborative, innovative community.
Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
December 9 – Meet the MS Faculty Director: MS-DSP Program Overview & Application Process
Want to turn complex data into smarter policy?
Join us for an inside look at the Brooks School’s Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy (MS-DSP), a 12-month, STEM-designated master’s program.
Meet MS Degree Faculty Director Anne Byrne and Assistant Professor Max Kapustin for an overview of the MS-DSP program and learn how its interdisciplinary curriculum prepares graduates to combine data science, AI, statistics, and public policy to solve complex challenges across sectors.
You’ll explore:
- How the curriculum combines data science, AI, machine learning, statistics, ethics, and public policy.
- How Cornell faculty integrate research, hands-on projects, and real-world learning throughout the program.
- How the employer-focused capstone prepares students for data-driven careers across the private sector, government, consulting, healthcare, and nonprofits.
- What it’s like to study in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship at the Brooks School.
- How the Brooks School’s Office of Career Development supports students through career coaching, networking opportunities, and professional development.
- The admissions process and application requirements.
Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
View Recording – DSPP Faculty Panel: Meet the Faculty Shaping the Future of Data-Driven Policy
Master of Environmental and Sustainability Policy (ESP) Events
September 15 – Meet the MS Faculty Director: MS-ESP Program Overview & Application Process
Ready to lead solutions to today’s most pressing environmental challenges?
Join us for an inside look at the Brooks School’s Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Policy (MS-ESP), a 12-month, STEM-designated master’s program.
Meet MS-ESP Faculty Director Anne Byrne and Associate Professor Nicholas Sanders to learn how Cornell’s interdisciplinary approach prepares graduates to lead environmental and sustainability policy across business, consulting, nonprofits, government, and international organizations.
You’ll explore:
- How the curriculum combines environmental policy, economics, law, data analysis, leadership, and sustainability.
- How students learn from leading faculty and practitioners while applying policy tools to today’s most pressing environmental challenges.
- How the employer-focused capstone and engaged learning opportunities prepare students to solve real-world environmental and sustainability challenges.
- What it’s like to study in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship at the Brooks School.
- The admissions process, application requirements, and what makes a competitive applicant.
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
November 20 – From Science to Solutions: Build Your Career with Cornell University’s MS in Environmental and Sustainability Policy Degree
Ready to turn your passion for sustainability into a career with impact?
Join MS Degree Faculty Director Anne Byrne, Executive Director of Public Affairs Programming Tom O’Toole, Lecturer Gavin Mosley, and Associate Director of Career Development Michelle Gardner for an inside look at Cornell’s Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Policy (MS-ESP).
Learn how Cornell’s 12-month, STEM-designated master’s degree combines environmental policy, economics, law, data analysis, and leadership to prepare graduates for careers across business, consulting, nonprofits, government, and international organizations.
You’ll explore:
- How Cornell’s interdisciplinary curriculum prepares students to address today’s most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges.
- The Brooks School’s “pracademic” approach and how students apply classroom learning through employer-focused projects, engaged learning, and close faculty mentorship.
- Career pathways for MS-ESP graduates and the career coaching, alumni network, and employer connections that support students throughout the program and beyond.
- Cornell’s collaborative environmental ecosystem, including opportunities to engage with leading faculty, research centers, and sustainability initiatives across the university.
- The admissions process, application requirements, and what makes a competitive applicant.
Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
Watch last year’s recording here.
December 2 – MS ESP Current Student Panel
Wondering what it’s really like to be an MS-ESP student?
Hear directly from current students in Cornell’s Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Policy (MS-ESP) as they share their experiences inside and outside the classroom. Learn why they chose Brooks, how they’re preparing for careers in environmental and sustainability policy, and what life is like in Ithaca.
You’ll explore:
- Why students chose Cornell’s interdisciplinary approach to environmental and sustainability policy.
- What it’s like to learn in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship.
- How students engage with hands-on learning through the employer-focused capstone, applied coursework, and real-world policy projects.
- How the program prepares students for careers across business, consulting, nonprofits, government, and international organizations.
- What it’s like to call Ithaca home, from its scenic Finger Lakes setting and outdoor adventures to its collaborative, sustainability-minded community.
Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
December 8 – Meet the MS Faculty Director: MS-ESP Program Overview & Application Process
Ready to lead solutions to today’s most pressing environmental challenges?
Join us for an inside look at the Brooks School’s Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Policy (MS-ESP), a 12-month, STEM-designated master’s program.
Meet MS-ESP Faculty Director Anne Byrne and Associate Professor Nicholas Sanders to learn how Cornell’s interdisciplinary approach prepares graduates to lead environmental and sustainability policy across business, consulting, nonprofits, government, and international organizations.
You’ll explore:
- How the curriculum combines environmental policy, economics, law, data analysis, leadership, and sustainability.
- How students learn from leading faculty and practitioners while applying policy tools to today’s most pressing environmental challenges.
- How the employer-focused capstone and engaged learning opportunities prepare students to solve real-world environmental and sustainability challenges.
- What it’s like to study in a collaborative, small-cohort environment with close faculty mentorship at the Brooks School.
- The admissions process, application requirements, and what makes a competitive applicant.
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
View Recording – ESP Faculty Panel: Meet the Faculty Leading Environmental Change through Public Policy
Master of Health Administration (MHA) Events
September 9 – Meet the MHA Faculty Director: Program Overview & Application Process
Discover how Cornell prepares the next generation of health care leaders.
Join us for an inside look at Cornell’s Master of Health Administration (MHA), a CAHME-accredited program that prepares emerging health care leaders to drive innovation, improve outcomes, and lead across the health care industry.
Meet MHA Faculty Director Michael Richards for an overview of the Sloan MHA program and learn how its rigorous, analytics-driven curriculum equips graduates with the skills to lead across the health care sector.
You’ll explore:
- How our rigorous, analytics-driven curriculum combines health care management, finance, strategy, operations, leadership, and data-informed decision-making.
- Signature learning experiences, including practitioner-led intensive courses, health care case competitions, a year-long capstone, and a paid summer internship.
- How Sloan students learn directly from health care executives, faculty, and alumni through mentoring, industry engagement, and professional development opportunities.
- The strength of the Sloan alumni network and how it supports internships, career exploration, and long-term professional growth.
- Why Sloan graduates are prepared for leadership careers across hospitals, consulting, life sciences, health technology, health insurance, government, and other health care organizations.
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Register Now
October 6 – MHA Current Student Panel
What is it really like to be an MHA student?
Get the inside scoop from current students as they share what it’s like to live, learn, and lead as part of the Brooks community. From classes and capstones to career planning and campus life, this session gives you a firsthand look at the MHA experience.
You’ll hear about:
- How students navigate the MHA curriculum
- Internship, capstone, and experiential learning opportunities
- Supportive relationships with faculty, staff, and peers that shape the Sloan culture
- What it’s like to call Ithaca home while studying at one of the top-ranked MHA programs in the country
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
November 18 – Lead the Future of Health Care: Professional Success with Cornell’s Master of Health Administration
Start building your health care leadership career before day one.
At the Brooks School, professional development is built into the foundation of your MHA experience. Join Associate Director of Career Development Michelle Gardner to learn how the Brooks School prepares students for successful careers in health administration through personalized coaching, employer engagement, and a powerful alumni network.
You’ll explore:
- How career planning begins before classes start, with professional development support available from orientation onward.
- How the Brooks School’s Office of Career Development supports students through career coaching, networking opportunities, interview preparation, and professional development.
- How Sloan students connect with health care organizations, consulting firms, hospitals, and alumni throughout the internship and job search process.
- The MHA’s internship and Colloquium requirements help students prepare for fellowships and full-time careers in health care leadership.
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
January 14 – Meet the MHA Faculty Director: Program Overview & Application Process
Discover how Cornell prepares the next generation of health care leaders.
Join us for an inside look at Cornell’s Master of Health Administration (MHA), a CAHME-accredited program that prepares emerging health care leaders to drive innovation, improve outcomes, and lead across the health care industry.
Meet MHA Faculty Director Michael Richards for an overview of the Sloan MHA program and learn how its rigorous, analytics-driven curriculum equips graduates with the skills to lead across the health care sector.
You’ll explore:
- How our rigorous, analytics-driven curriculum combines health care management, finance, strategy, operations, leadership, and data-informed decision-making.
- Signature learning experiences, including practitioner-led intensive courses, health care case competitions, a year-long capstone, and a paid summer internship.
- How Sloan students learn directly from health care executives, faculty, and alumni through mentoring, industry engagement, and professional development opportunities.
- The strength of the Sloan alumni network and how it supports internships, career exploration, and long-term professional growth.
- Why Sloan graduates are prepared for leadership careers across hospitals, consulting, life sciences, health technology, health insurance, government, and other health care organizations.
Date: Thursday, January 14, 2027
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
View Recording – Sloan MHA Info Session: Alumni Panel
Master of Public Administration (MPA) Events
September 17 – Meet the MPA Faculty Director: Program Overview & Application Process
Curious how to turn your passion into policy?
Join MPA Faculty Director Matt Hall for an inside look at Cornell’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) and learn how its interdisciplinary, applied curriculum prepares graduates to lead across government, nonprofits, international organizations, consulting, and the private sector.
You’ll explore:
- How our interdisciplinary, applied curriculum equips students to lead in data-driven, dynamic policy environments.
- The seven concentration areas that allow students to build expertise in fields such as data science, economic policy, international policy and management, environmental policy, and more.
- Opportunities for real-world experience through internships, policy clinics, client-based capstones, and semester-long externships in Albany, New York, Washington, D.C., and beyond.
- How students learn from world-class faculty and policy practitioners while building the knowledge and skills to achieve their professional goals.
- What it’s like to live and learn in Ithaca, a vibrant and inclusive college town in the scenic Finger Lakes region.
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
October 8 – MPA Student Panel
What’s it really like to be a Brooks MPA student?
Step inside the MPA experience with a panel of current students who’ve lived it. From choosing a concentration to navigating internships and thriving in Ithaca, this session gives you a real-world perspective on life at the Brooks School.
You’ll hear about:
- How students customized their MPA paths through concentrations, externships, and hands-on learning
- The academic culture, faculty support, and community they found at Cornell
- Tips for applying, building connections, and making the most of your two years
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
November 19 – Turn Purpose into Impact: Professional Success with Cornell’s Master of Public Administration
Your career transformation starts before your first class.
At the Brooks School, professional development isn’t an afterthought—it’s built into the MPA experience from day one. Join Associate Director of Career Development Michelle Gardner to learn how the Brooks School prepares students for careers across government, nonprofits, consulting, international organizations, and the private sector through personalized coaching, employer engagement, and a powerful alumni network.
You’ll explore how:
- Career planning begins before classes start, with coaching, career assessments, and professional development support available from your first semester onward.
- The Brooks Career Development course helps students develop their professional brand, expand their networks, and prepare for internships and full-time opportunities.
- The Brooks School’s Office of Career Development supports students through career coaching, networking opportunities, interview preparation, and professional development.
- MPA students connect with alumni, employers, and practitioners through career fairs, workshops, coffee chats, and experiential learning opportunities.
- Internships, externships, capstones, and off-campus opportunities help students gain real-world experience while preparing for careers in public affairs.
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Zoom – Registration link coming soon
Watch last year’s recording here.
Executive Degree Events
Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA)
Join us for a 30-minute information session about the Executive Master of Public Administration degree program. You’ll get a tour of online courses, learn strategies to be a successful student, and have the opportunity to ask questions of our team throughout.
Register for our next EMPA information session here
Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA)
Join us for a 30-minute information session about the Executive Master of Health Administration degree program. You’ll get a tour of online courses, learn strategies to be a successful student, and have the opportunity to ask questions of our team throughout.
Register for our next EMHA information session here