I'm starting graduate school in the fall: yay! I need to learn an entirely new set of norms around interviews, resumes, etc: oh no! I have a meeting set up with the head of a research institute where I'd LOVE to work there while I'm studying. What do I say? What's OK to ask for?
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posted by blandcamp
on May 13, 2013 -
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I recently accepted an offer for a spot in a full time MPP program from a very decent, non-Ivy school. My funding (per an assistantship or researcher position) reduces the total tuition to approximately $3000, and the program provides an allowance for an unpaid or poorly paid summer internship. I have enough money saved to avoid going into debt if I work part time. I want to offset the opportunity costs of two years outside of work by making myself as employable as possible.
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posted by pinterecki
on Mar 10, 2013 -
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How do I calculate the differences in welfare for a state when an import quota is applied to an industry that is controlled by a monopolist at home, vs an industry that is perfectly competitive at home?
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posted by tokaidanshi
on Feb 27, 2013 -
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Does FinnAir (in your recent experience) enforce its 8kg/18lb weight limit for carry-on bags in economy class?
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posted by kalapierson
on Feb 6, 2013 -
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How do investment banks, specifically initial public offerings, affect government policy and vice versa?
posted by espada0
on Apr 16, 2012 -
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To what extent do cultural values affect foreign policy making between U.S. and China?
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posted by espada0
on Feb 14, 2012 -
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What are the best sources for compiling a timeline-based list of what Obama has accomplished (and not accomplished) so far while in office?
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posted by stagewhisper
on Dec 18, 2011 -
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Knowing full well I will be pilloried for this: We have a library at work (13,000 mostly-technical books and about 100 active periodical subscriptions, 200 users), but the 1 full-time librarian will retire in 2012 and a new hire is not going to happen ... What's next? (please read the questions inside)
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posted by whatzit
on Dec 8, 2011 -
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I want to understand economic policy better, but I'm looking for a source that takes a specific type of approach. Help me find it, assuming it exists.
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posted by invitapriore
on Sep 30, 2011 -
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What are the canonical authors / works on design thinking and what books / other resources would you recommend as an intro to design thinking for a social science and policy wonk?
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posted by Apropos of Something
on Aug 8, 2011 -
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How do I find policies that are actually in use, not future or the past? Specifically: How can I find EU actually-in-use policies (and if possible, if it's actually happening on the ground) in regards to second language education.
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posted by titanium_geek
on Jun 4, 2011 -
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For work I am making a complete database of all existing (reasonably current) data on Native American health/risk factors. But I know next to nothing about the area. What are some surveys I should look at? It would be especially helpful if the data were at the tribal level of analysis. I'm at a bit of a loss and I'd appreciate any help you could offer! Thanks in advance.
posted by powerbumpkin
on Jun 1, 2011 -
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I'd like to educate myself on the (intentionally) broad field of issues surrounding education policy. Where should I begin? I'd most appreciate suggestions for books to read, podcasts to listen to, blogs to follow, or anything else of that ilk.
posted by Mr C
on May 1, 2011 -
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How does an English major start working/going to school in public policy? Bonus: is public policy really what I’m looking for? (Kind of a snowstorm inside.)
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posted by c'mon sea legs
on Mar 19, 2011 -
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Looking for examples of a corporate travel policy that is friendly and not punitive to frequent travelers.
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posted by donovan
on Mar 7, 2011 -
16 answers
Please point me to quality books, articles, etc which argue both for and against the use of quantitative research techniques in the social sciences, particularly in political science and public policy.
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posted by l33tpolicywonk
on Sep 28, 2010 -
14 answers
What are specific examples of societies/cities/etc. going through a rough period and then emerging due to certain policies/practices being put into place?
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posted by Echobelly
on Sep 22, 2010 -
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I'd like to have a better understanding of the history of immigration in the United States, the U.S.'s current immigration policies, and proposals for reform. I'd prefer recommendations for books on the subject, but am open to other forms of information. In particular, I'd love 2 or 3 books that present competing views on the subject - from liberal and conservative viewpoints, insofar as there is a clear ideological divide on the subject. Bonus for books that provide some narrative regarding the experience of illegal immigrants across socioeconomic classes, geographic area in the U.S., and age ranges (kids and adults). Thanks!
posted by slide
on Jul 7, 2010 -
12 answers
I'm going to be starting up a new research agenda on the economics of marijuana policy with an undergraduate student this fall, and I'm looking for materials which can help both me and my student navigate through the legal jungle that is US marijuana policy. I had a few questions.
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posted by scunning
on Jun 30, 2010 -
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So, I’m applying for an amazing-sounding job with an organization that works to create peace and address the root causes of violence against women internationally. They want a sample of policy writing, but I haven’t done any!
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 5, 2010 -
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What are some socially progressive public policy organizations in the Boston area? Bonus points if they might have internships for an MPP student this summer.
Asking for a friend who is not a Boston native but is moving there for the summer and doesn't have great networking contacts.
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posted by heyforfour
on Feb 28, 2010 -
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Where can I find a concise health insurance reform argument-counterargument-countercounterargument talking point "tree"? e.g. my congressman, TM(R) says "you should be able to buy insurance from out of state..."; but Ezra Klein
says that would yield a Race to the Bottom, like with credit card cos. TM says "...like we already do with auto insurance"; but an E.K. commenter says that with car insurance, the insurer must obey the insuree's state regs. (is this true?)
So, do all of these exist in a boiled-down form somewhere? Basically, I'm looking for a site that sheds light on health insurance talking points the way
skepticalscience.com does for climate.
posted by ahaynes
on Feb 25, 2010 -
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Does Boston Have Jobs In Foreign Policy, International Security, And/Or International Development?
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posted by Spurious
on Feb 25, 2010 -
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I am seeking feedback on the fairness of a new tardiness policy I instituted at my company. I own an IT services firm that also has a retail storefront (the more traditional computer repair shop model). We have had a situation with chronic tardiness, to the point where on a recent Saturday, at three minutes before opening, I was the only one there (whereas four people were scheduled that day).
I have now instituted what I believed to be a fair and generous policy, and some don't like it as they say it is too strict. Please read on for the policy...
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posted by titans13
on Nov 28, 2009 -
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Is there a medical or technical reason an ultrasound facility would specify that only one person can accompany the pregnant person during the ultrasound? (And if it turns out we must follow this policy, how could the third parent observe the ultrasound from the waiting room?)
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 19, 2009 -
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For those of you who work in computer labs, what is your policy for dealing with flash drives that have been forgotten by a student?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2009 -
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I want to consult a doctor about some possible health problems, but I don't want my insurance company to know about it. What do I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 24, 2009 -
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Does it go against Visa / MasterCard / etc. policy for a retail store, such as a restaurant or coffee shop, to add a charge to your order if you use credit rather than paying by cash?
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posted by wastelands
on Jul 15, 2009 -
28 answers
When considering a sites privacy certification would it bother you if it was from
eTrust or do you much prefer
TRUSTe? or would you be happy with either?
posted by jakubsnm
on Jul 6, 2009 -
9 answers
So, I saw Howard Dean on the Colbert Report last night. Please help me with some specific action steps regarding health care and the future of the USA.
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posted by zeek321
on Jun 25, 2009 -
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I am looking for evidence / examples to support the concept that laws affect the moral / cultural landscape of society.
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posted by atmosphere
on Apr 29, 2009 -
16 answers
Urban Planning/Theory Filter: I am looking for writings, preferably available online, about the relationships of adjacent neighborhoods over time.
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posted by mirepoix
on Apr 27, 2009 -
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What interactive maps have you seen that do a particularly good job illustrating an issue? I'm thinking about trying to put one together to illustrate a project I've been working on, which is loosely about policy changes, and I can't believe no one's done this before.
This, from Newsweek, kinda gets it ... but I'm looking for other ideas.
posted by janet lynn
on Mar 24, 2009 -
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In search of website, blogs, etc that keep up with federal and state (specifically NC) policies that affect families with children with developmental and physical disabilities?
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posted by greta simone
on Mar 20, 2009 -
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What happens if you eat at a restaurant and then can't pay the bill? I'm looking for experienced answers from people that know better, not conjectures.
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posted by fucker
on Feb 17, 2009 -
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I'm an Environmental Policy & Planning Major (3rd year). I've been applying to internships over the past weeks for Spring and Summer positions. Great news: I've already been accepted to Greenpeace's "Organizing Term" and I have two other positions I will soon hear a yes/no on for Spring.
Bad News: The Greenpeace Organizing Term program will cost me $4000. The program itself is an intensive mix of activities, virtually on a full-time basis (for 2 months of summer, out of 3), including classroom trainings, expeditions to other states (as well as another country for meeting with other international activists), media trainings, and some readings. All of it is included with the cost (including flight/transport/food for a week).
What to do? (More in the extended explanation):
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posted by Risiko
on Feb 14, 2009 -
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Graphic Designers / Commercial Artists, Social Policy People, PR/Communications Professionals: where do your professions overlap?
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posted by Weng
on Jan 18, 2009 -
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I'm 21 years old, about to graduate college, and the recession is freaking me out. I know there's no right or wrong answer to which course my life should take, but I need help focusing on realistic skills and places to live that I should be considering.
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posted by Muffpub
on Jan 7, 2009 -
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With the assumption that the government is ineffective at influencing the economy through monetary/fiscal policy and also economic bailouts and packages, what evidence exists?
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posted by meta.mark
on Nov 9, 2008 -
4 answers
Life-Insurance-Filter (again): There have been
some good threads in the past on understanding/buying life insurance, but I wanted to get a bit more specific this time around.
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posted by brandman
on Oct 10, 2008 -
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With all the talk surrounding Sarah Palin's apparent relative lack of foreign policy knowledge and experience, just how important have those factors been historically when it comes to governors serving as president or VP?
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posted by TheSecretDecoderRing
on Sep 10, 2008 -
17 answers
Website that compares McCain and Obama's policies in a non-biased way with references/sources?
posted by paulinsanjuan
on Aug 22, 2008 -
8 answers
