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Department of Public Policy

ION Analytics speaks to Qing Maio, associate professor in the Department of Public Policy, about the increased denials of disaster aid requests.

Albany Times Union talks about the complications of moving to all electric with Eric Hittinger, department chair in the Department of Public Policy.

University Business reports that James J. Winebrake has been named president of Coastal Carolina University. He previously served as dean of RIT's College of Liberal Arts.

Eryk Salvaggio, visiting lecturer in the College of Liberal Arts, is featured in an article about the artificial intelligence industry published by Tech Policy Press.

Eric Hittinger, chair of RIT's Department of Public Policy, appeared on WXXI's Environmental Connections to discuss the different variables influencing consumer hesitancy to make the switch to electric vehicles (EVs), as well as more complex problems associated with widespread adoption of EVs.

Canary Media quotes a 2021 study on vehicle-to-grid standards co-authored by Eric Hittinger, department chair in the Department of Public Policy.

Communications of the ACM interviewed Assistant Professor Muhammad Salar Khan about the potential impacts the Trump administration may have on the field of computer science.

Yale Climate Connections speaks with Eric Hittinger, department chair in the Department of Public Policy, about renewable energy storage.

Ars Technica speaks with Eric Hittinger, department chair in the Department of Public Policy, about renewable energy.

WalletHub speaks to Muhammad Salar Khan, assistant professor in the Department of Public Policy, about guaranteed approval on credit cards.

“Don’t be afraid to jump at opportunities and push your own boundaries” is the advice that Nala Mitas, a senior public policy major with urban studies immersion, lives by now. After attending the National Security Council Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at the White House earlier this semester, she’s inspired by a freshly expanded view of possibilities for making a positive difference. 

Valerie Horn believes accessibility should be at the forefront of entrepreneurs’ minds when developing their businesses. This belief pushed her to co-found Zestability, a consultation firm that advocates for prioritizing accessibility and inclusive business practices.