Simon examines adoption of AI in healthcare in new JAMA Health Forum study
A new study using census-scale data shows AI adoption in healthcare is rising but lags behind other sectors, highlighting opportunities to reduce burdens and improve patient care.
O'Neill School joins Service to Service initiative
O’Neill School joins the national Service to Service initiative, expanding career support to help veterans and military-connected students enter public service.
Study analyzes U.S. pension funds' hesitation with AFC investment
Daniel Preston’s study identifies institutional pension rules, perceived risk, and advisor capacity as some of the key reasons U.S. funds skip AFC investments.
O’Neill scholars share research and earn top honors at ARNOVA Conference
O’Neill School faculty and students will present new research and receive national recognition at the 2025 ARNOVA Conference in Indianapolis.
O'Neill researchers ready to shine at APPAM Fall Conference
O’Neill scholars will present research and lead discussions at APPAM’s 47th Annual Conference in Seattle, highlighting collaboration and policy innovation.
New book shines light on human cost of green-energy transition
Professor David Konisky discusses Power Lines, exploring the unequal human and economic impacts of America’s renewable energy transition on workers and communities.
Deng recognized with ARNOVA's Rudney Award for outstanding dissertation
Shuyi Deng, assistant professor at the O’Neill School, received the 2025 Gabriel G. Rudney Memorial Award for her groundbreaking dissertation on racial disparities in nonprofit funding and advancing racial equity in the sector.
The O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Jacobs School of Music have launched a dual Master of Music–Master of Arts in Arts Administration program combining musical excellence with leadership training.
O'Neill faculty to make impact at ABFM Conference in Atlanta
Faculty and students from the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs will showcase their leadership in public finance through presentations, awards, and student engagement at the 37th Association for Budgeting and Financial Management (ABFM) Conference.
Fulton recognized with RGK-ARNOVA President's Award
Brad Fulton, associate professor at Indiana University’s O’Neill School, received the 2025 RGK-ARNOVA President’s Award for his research on “Philanthropic Redlining,” which explores racial bias in foundation giving. Fulton’s team analyzed 10 million grants to reveal funding inequities and promote more equitable philanthropy.
Five O'Neill School community members named Class of 2025 NAPA Fellows
Five members of the O’Neill School community have been named 2025 Fellows of the National Academy of Public Administration, underscoring the school’s lasting influence on leadership, scholarship, and innovation in public service.
O’Neill School to share expertise at NASPAA Global Conference
The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs will showcase its leadership in public service education at the 2025 NASPAA Global Conference in Flagstaff, Arizona, engaging in key discussions on innovation, leadership, and the future of public affairs.
Student Spotlight: Iris Sorrell turns research into action on food insecurity in Knox County
O’Neill master’s student Iris Sorrell applied her passion for food security in a Knox County capstone project, collaborating with peers and local leaders to assess emergency food systems and offer solutions to support rural communities.
O'Neill School celebrates record enrollment for 2025-26 school year
The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at IU Bloomington is celebrating record enrollment for 2025.
O'Neill researchers sharing expertise at 121st APSA Conference
O’Neill experts will be presenting research on equity, education, and nonprofits at the American Political Science Association Annual Meeting & Exhibition (APSA) 2025 conference, highlighting their impact in political science.
IU AD and O'Neill grad Scott Dolson joins O'Neill Speaks
In the most recent episode of O’Neill Speaks, Indiana University Athletic Director Scott Dolson reflects on how foundational skills from his time at IU continue to guide his work.
Dolson honored with 2025 O'Neill Distinguished Alumni Award
Scott Dolson, IU's vice president and athletic director, has been named the 2025 recipient of the O’Neill School’s Distinguished Alumni Award, the school’s highest honor. The award recognizes his outstanding leadership, professional accomplishments, and lasting contributions to Indiana University and the wider community.
O'Neill School welcomes faculty additions for 2025-26 school year
The new hires bring expertise and fresh perspectives to the school's core areas of public affairs, environmental science, and policy analysis.
Sowon honored with SOUPS Award by International Association of Privacy Professionals
Karen Sowon, assistant professor at the O’Neill School, and a global research team received the IAPP SOUPS Privacy Award for their work on privacy-preserving mobile money protocols in Kenya. Their study designed secure, user-friendly workflows to protect user data in mobile transactions, promoting financial inclusion without compromising privacy.
The Environment, Society, and Sustainability Institute (ESSI) is a new initiative at Indiana University that unites experts, students, and programs across multiple schools and departments to tackle urgent environmental challenges through collaborative research, education, and community engagement.
Bison herd growing as O’Neill School alumna restores Indiana’s prairies
While Indiana University Bloomington is bringing back the bison as its mascot, a graduate of the IU Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs has been bringing bison back to the state’s prairies and improving Indiana’s ecology for nearly a decade.
Jennifer Brass, associate professor at O’Neill, joins a global research team awarded a Canadian grant to study Kenya’s electrification as a model for other developing nations. The project includes policy engagement, stakeholder roundtables, and early-career researcher training focused on electricity access, climate change, and development outcomes in Africa.
Observing Civic Engagement Lab announces major expansion
The Observing Civic Engagement Lab at IU’s O’Neill School is expanding nationwide to study and strengthen civic life in new communities with support from The Trust for Civic Life.
Nelson awarded grant to study outcomes of charter school college and career programs
Ashlyn Nelson of the O’Neill School received a grant from MIT Blueprint Labs to study the long-term impacts of Christel House’s college and career programs on student outcomes in charter and traditional public schools.
Plooster awarded prestigious Curro Award from ABFM
O'Neill Ph.D. candidate Marc Plooster wins Michael Curro Award for research on pension disclosures and state debt costs in public finance.
O'Neill Online Week builds experience, connections for Online MPA students
O’Neill Online Week, an annual event hosted by O'Neill, lets students meet in person, apply their skills to real-world projects, and build lasting connections. This year, students collaborated with Indiana communities to develop strategies for nonprofit growth and trail system improvements.
Rural hospital executive brings O'Neill classroom lessons to frontlines of healthcare
As VP of HR at Putnam County Hospital, Erin Mullin used the online MS in Healthcare Management program to expand her impact by gaining clinical insight, leadership skills, and practical experience to address healthcare challenges in rural Indiana.
Study finds “forever chemicals” in reusable feminine hygiene products
O’Neill School and Notre Dame researchers uncover PFAS in nearly 30% of tested items, raising safety and transparency concerns.
O'Neill students tackle bike and pedestrian safety in Washington, Indiana
O’Neill students partnered with the IU Center for Rural Engagement to develop practical bike and pedestrian safety solutions for Washington, Indiana—drafting policy, designing safety features, and collaborating directly with city leaders.
O’Neill School Researchers to Present at 14th Annual ASHEcon Conference in Nashville
Researchers from the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs are set to participate in the 14th annual Conference of the American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon) in Nashville, Tennessee, June 22-25.
O'Neill Participating in the Public Management Research Conference (PMRC) in Seoul, South Korea
The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is proud to announce its participation in the Public Management Research Conference in Seoul, South Korea.
Kosali Simon named to Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Panel of Health Advisors
Distinguished Professor Kosali Simon of the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs has been appointed to the Congressional Budget Office Panel of Health Advisors, where she will provide expert guidance on healthcare policy and budgeting.
O'Neill School faculty, grad earn Center for Rural Engagement awards
The Indiana University Center for Rural Engagement recently recognized individuals from the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs for their significant contributions to rural communities across the state of Indiana.
Healthcare Management program earns CAHME accreditation
The Master of Science in Healthcare Management program, offered jointly by the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and IU’s Kelley School of Business, has been awarded accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) for the next four years.
Environmental policy expert Janet McCabe joins O'Neill faculty
Janet McCabe, an environmental policy expert with a distinguished career in public service, law and academia, will rejoin the faculty at Indiana University for a yearlong appointment beginning July 1. McCabe will serve at the IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law, the IU Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the IU Environmental Resilience Institute.
O’Neill School, Hamilton Lugar School partners in Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs affiliation.
Generous gift establishes John D. Graham Chair in Risk Analysis and Decision Science
The O’Neill School has established the John D. Graham Chair thanks to a generous gift from Irene Graham to help issues a wide array of pressing issues.
O’Neill School announces 2025 alumni award winners
The O’Neill School annually awards the Distinguished Graduate Alumni Award on its Bloomington campus as well as its Distinguished Alumni Award on its Indianapolis location. This year, the O’Neill School is awarding its inaugural Early Impact Award.
Distinguished Professor Kosali Simon has been appointed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s Committee on National Statistics to serve as chair for a panel of experts that will produce a report on data infrastructure for measuring the care economy.
Venier named Outstanding Junior Faculty
Marta Venier, assistant professor in the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, is named an 2024-25 Outstanding Junior Faculty Award recipient.
IU Debate team expands speech programs in Hoosier schools
The IU Debate team isn’t just winning on the national stage—they’re building the next generation of speakers and critical thinkers across Indiana.
Yoder named Janet Duey Professor of Rural Land Policy
The O’Neill School is pleased to announce Landon Yoder as the next Janet Duey Professor of Rural Land Policy.
Conference looks to expand, innovate hydropower
Hydropower carries the potential to play a major role in a future low-carbon energy transition.
From city hall to the classroom: Indiana mayors teach the art of public service
Indiana mayors return to the classroom to teach students about civic leadership through “The Call to Public Service,” a course that’s offered at Indianapolis and Bloomington.
O’Neill School retains #1 ranking among public schools in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings
The O'Neill School Bloomington maintained it's top ranking among public schools in the latest U.S. News & World Report ranking of best graduate schools in public affairs.
Rutherford elected to PMRA Board of Directors
Associate Professor Amanda Rutherford has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Public Management Research Association.
Study reveals barriers in women’s path to leadership and equal pay in Protestant churches
A new study from Associate Professor Brad Fulton and colleagues shows that although women face barriers to obtain leadership positions and equitable compensation in Protestant churches, solutions to this problem may already be in place.
Six O’Neill seniors recognized by IU for scholarship, leadership, and service
Six undergraduate students from the O’Neill School have been honored with Indiana University’s Senior Recognition Awards for their exceptional scholarship, leadership, and service to the campus community.
IU to strengthen, expand presence as national leader through new Washington, DC, location
The facility builds on a history of IU creating opportunities for students that includes the Washington, D.C., Accelerator Program and the Washington Leadership Program through the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
DEV-CaMP analyzes state of EV-specific critical material mining in the U.S.
Researchers from the O’Neill School, including Professor John Graham, have developed the Database of EV Critical Material Project (DEV-CaMP), a comprehensive and publicly accessible resource to analyze the state of EV-specific critical material mining in the U.S.
Indiana University announced Thursday that David Reingold, former executive associate dean of the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has been named executive vice president and chancellor of IU’s Bloomington campus.
Helmke joins O'Neill Speaks to talk about the critical role of government in daily life
Paul Helmke, a professor of practice at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, says extreme measures aren’t the answer to improving government efficiency.
Li honored with John Russell Mather Paper of the Year Award
Zhiying Li, an assistant professor at the O’Neill School, has been selected to receive the American Association of Geographers Climate Specialty Group John Russell Mather Paper of the Year Award.
Study shows rooftop solar could be answer to energy insecurity
A recent study from researchers at the O’Neill School suggests that the adoption of rooftop solar panels could be an answer to energy insecurity.
Future leaders in action: IU students strengthen security and policy in Washington, DC
Students at the Indiana University Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs get first-hand leadership training in the nation’s capital.
Fulton is co-PI on a $1.4M grant to help rural congregations address community needs
A group of researchers, including Brad Fulton, an associate professor at the O’Neill School, has been awarded a $1.4 million grant from the Lilly Endowment to support the IU Center for Rural Engagement and other university partners in creating a suite of mental well-being resources that address needs expressed by rural congregations and their communities.
Simon appointed to JAMA Health Forum editorial board
Kosali Simon, a distinguished professor at the O'Neill School, has been invited to join the editorial board of the Journal of American Medical Association Health Forum.
Sastry appointed an O’Neill executive in residence
Srikant Sastry, an accomplished leader in professional services, brings decades of experience spanning federal government, consulting, and advisory roles.
Local government officials recognize the mutual dependency between local government and nonprofits, according to the new report Indiana Local Government and Nonprofit Resources.
The event, a collaborative effort between the O’Neill School, NAPA, and the Partnership for Public Service, featured discussions addressing key perspectives regarding federal government performance in the wake of the 2024 presidential election.
O’Neill School designated School of National Service by AmeriCorps
The O’Neill School has been designated to be a School of National Service through a partnership that will provide benefits for AmeriCorps alumni.
Simon elected president of APPAM
Kosali Simon, a distinguished professor and Paul O’Neill chair at the O’Neill School, has been announced as president-elect for the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management.
Yoder leads multiple studies on farmers’ motivations on cover crops
Assistant Professor Landon Yoder collaborated on two separate studies looking at how crop insurance discount programs could encourage farmers to use cover crops.
The event, a collaborative effort between the O’Neill School, NAPA, and the Partnership for Public Service, will feature discussions to address key perspectives regarding federal government performance in the wake of the 2024 presidential election.
Novick named national finalist for Frontiers Planet Prize
Kim Novick, professor and Paul O’Neill Chair, has been recognized as a national finalist for the Frontiers Planet Prize. The prize recognizes leading scientists whose work pushes the boundaries of knowledge and offers innovative solutions to critical environmental challenges.
Duncan to serve as invited researcher for Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab
Associate Professor Denvil Duncan has been named an invited researcher for the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab, a globally recognized research center working to reduce poverty and improve lives through evidence-based policy solutions.
Deslatte appointed associate editor of Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory
Aaron Deslatte, an associate professor at the O’Neill School, has been appointed as an associate editor for the Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, one of the field’s premier academic journals.
Mooney appointed to NSF’s Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering
Siân Mooney, dean of the O’Neill School, has been appointed to the National Science Foundation’s Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering.
Simon awarded NIH grant to study healthcare for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias
Kosali Simon, a distinguished professor at the O’Neill School, is the corecipient of a five-year National Institutes of Health program grant of nearly $16 million.
Statistics Made Simple top-ranked statistics podcast in the world
Keeping an audience engaged with statistics can be challenging, but Brad Fulton, an associate professor at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has found the formula.
O’Neill School announces launch of Master of Public Policy program
The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is proud to announce the launch of its new Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree program designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to analyze, evaluate, and design effective public policies.
O'Neill School researchers take the spotlight at 2024 ARNOVA Annual Conference
Representatives from the O’Neill School will engage in discussions, present cutting-edge research, and contribute to advancing the field of nonprofit studies at the 2024 Annual Conference of the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action Nov. 21-23 in Washington, D.C.
O’Neill School to shine at APPAM Fall Research Conference
Faculty, students, and alumni from the O’Neill School will participate in an extensive array of panel discussions, presentations, and workshops that demonstrate the school’s commitment to advancing evidence-based policy research and practice.
O’Neill School-Vietnam partnership grows during Vietnam-U.S. Fall Forum 2024
The O’Neill School, in partnership with Ho Chi Minh City, the US-ASEAN Business Council, Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Institute of Vietnam Initiative, VietChallenge, and Viet Spark, organized the Vietnam-U.S. Fall Forum.
U.S. pension funds could be key to unlocking growth potential in Africa
In an article published in the journal Global Policy, Daniel Preston, clinical professor, explored U.S. pension funds as a candidate for increased investment.
O’Neill Leadership Fellows gain experience, help Hoosiers through community organizations
Whether alleviating poverty, enhancing sustainability, helping patients, advancing the arts or protecting the environment, 120 fellows through the Indiana University O’Neill Leadership Program are helping 65 Monroe County institutions improve the lives of Hoosiers.
Fernandez named inaugural director of O’Neill Center for Leadership in Public Service
Professor Sergio Fernandez has been appointed as the inaugural director of the newly established Paul H. O’Neill Center for Leadership in Public Service.
Fulton awarded NSF grant to study philanthropy deserts
Brad Fulton has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to support research to identify “philanthropy deserts.”
Mooney appointed to NSF Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences Advisory Committee
Siân Mooney, dean of the O’Neill School, has been appointed to the National Science Foundation Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences Advisory Committee.
16 undergraduate scholars to advance sustainability research alongside faculty mentors
IU's Integrated Program in the Environment's Sustainability Scholars program empowers undergraduates to gain meaningful research experience as early as their first semester at IU.
Heim, Tran honored with Musgrave Prize by the National Tax Journal
A pair of researchers from the O’Neill School have been awarded the 2024 Richard A. Musgrave Prize for the best article published by the National Tax Journal.
O’Neill School impact on showcase at NASPAA Annual Conference
Researchers from the O’Neill School will present at the 2024 NASPAA Annual Conference, taking place Oct. 23-25 in Washington, D.C.
O’Neill School announces establishment of Paul H. O’Neill Center for Leadership in Public Service
Indiana University and the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs are proud to announce the opening of the Paul H. O’Neill Center for Leadership in Public Service, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to preparing current and future leaders for service to others and the common good.
Observing Civic Engagement project awarded $900,000 grant from AmeriCorps
Researchers from the Observing Civic Engagement project at the O’Neill School have been awarded a grant worth more than $900,000 from AmeriCorps to continue their studies.
Forever chemicals in Great Lakes: $7.2M EPA grant funds O’Neill researcher’s continued study
Marta Venier, assistant professor at the O’Neill School, has been awarded a $7.2 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to support the operation of its Integrated Atmospheric Deposition Network for an additional six years.
Venier appointed to Great Lakes Science Advisory Board
Marta Venier, assistant professor at the O’Neill School, has been appointed to the Great Lakes Science Advisory Board of the International Joint Commission.
O'Neill School showcases expertise at ABFM Conference in Cleveland
The ABFM Conference provides a platform for leaders and experts in the field of public finance and budgeting to exchange ideas and collaborate on cutting-edge research and practices.
The Indiana University Public Policy Institute, housed within the O’Neill School, is providing a way for voters to hear directly from Indiana’s three 2024 gubernatorial candidates.
Moldogaziev awarded Burkhead Award
Temirlan Moldogaziev has been awarded the Jesse Burkhead Award from the journal Public Budgeting & Finance, which recognizes the best article published in the journal for the year.
Khurana earns ARNOVA's Lester M. Salamon Award for dissertation
Shaun Khurana, a Ph.D. candidate in public affairs at the O’Neill School, has been awarded the Lester M. Salamon Memorial Award for Promising Ph.D. Proposal in Nonprofit and Voluntary Research by the Association for Research on Nonprofit and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA).
Integrated Program in the Environment announces Osterhoudt as new director
Sarah Osterhoudt, an associate professor in Indiana University’s Department of Anthropology, has been appointed as the new director of IPE.
EPA’s Janet McCabe to join national climate change discussion at IU Indianapolis
The O’Neill School and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory are hosting a two-day discussion on how Indiana and the Midwest can help the United States become a net-zero carbon emissions nation by 2050.
Study shows professional tax preparers cost U.S. government billions of dollars annually
A new study co-authored by Professors Brad Heim and Anh Tran shows that professional tax preparers are costing the United States government tens of billions of dollars annually due to noncompliance.
Floating solar panels seen as solution to lowering emissions at hydropower plants
Hydropower plants, which use water to generate electricity, are seen as a low-carbon renewable energy source, but some of these facilities can generate greenhouse gases within the range of fossil-fueled power plants due to methane emissions stemming from the decomposition of biomass and algae growth in stagnant water.
O’Neill students shine at Paris Olympics
Three students from the O’Neill School—Tomer Frankel, Rafael Miroslaw, and Kai van Westering—competed in the Paris Games, all of them leading for the greater good through their efforts in the swimming pool.
Charles “Chuck” Bonser, founding dean of the O’Neill School, dies
Dean Emeritus Charles “Chuck” Bonser, the founding dean of the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs who led the school for nearly two decades, passed away August 16, 2024. He was 91.
O’Neill School adds seven new faculty for the 2024–25 academic year
The new hires bring diverse expertise and perspectives to the school's core areas of public affairs, environmental science, and policy analysis.
Almost all Indiana local government officials (LGOs) report leveraging the resources and expertise of other institutions, including nonprofits, to help ensure a wide range of services are available to community residents according to a new report.
O'Neill Online Week helps Hoosier Ticket Project grow
Leveraging the expertise of the school’s faculty and students, the Hoosier Ticket Project partnered with O’Neill Online Week to provide support and a blueprint to help the burgeoning organization grow.
O’Neill School’s Limnology Lab vital to monitoring health of state’s lakes, preparing students
Monitoring the health of Indiana’s public lakes has been entrusted to the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs for 35 years by a state agency.
Simon honored with 2024 Venkat Distinguished Service Award
The Venkat Award honors a faculty member or librarian whose service has had a long-term, significant impact on the Bloomington campus.
IU’s longstanding leadership in Eastern European policy opened doors for Ukrainian ambassador
Before Oksana Markarova became the Ukrainian ambassador to the United States, she was selected by Indiana University to pursue a Master of Public Affairs focusing on public finance from the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
US healthcare gaps persist in achieving health equity; Federal action needed
The study, “Ending Unequal Treatment: Strategies to Achieve Equitable Health Care and Optimal Health for All,” is an update of a groundbreaking 2003 report that highlighted racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare, and was co-authored by Kosali Simon, a distinguished professor at the O’Neill School.
O'Neill School showcases leadership at Public Management Research Conference
The O'Neill School will be prominently featured at the upcoming Public Management Research Conference, to be held at the University of Washington from June 26-29.
Attari named Storymaker Fellow
Shahzeen Attari, a professor at the O’Neill School, has been named a 2024 Storymakers Fellow by the USC Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability.
IU researchers lead $2.5M Department of Energy effort to explore solar energy transition
David Konisky, the Lynton K. Caldwell Professor in the O’Neill School, will serve as principal investigator for the Indiana University arm of the effort.
New agreement opens global avenues for O’Neill School
The O’Neill School is proud to have created a partnership with the University of Indonesia that will help the country realize its goals.
O’Neill’s collaborative partnerships expand opportunities
Addressing complex social and environmental challenges demands perspectives, and a series of relationships recently established between the O’Neill School and several partners aims to open the door to opportunity to collaboration.
Activate O'Neill expands leadership opportunities for historically excluded groups
Activate O’Neill is a program tailored to students from historically excluded groups to build personal and professional networks, provide academic and career support, and fulfill the O’Neill School's mission.
From sky to shore: Study shows journey of PFAS into the Great Lakes
A new study from researchers at the O’Neill School and collaborators from Canada shows that PFAS are introduced to the Great Lakes through precipitation and the air.
Report shows troubling financial indicators for Indiana nonprofits
The report, Indiana Nonprofits: Managing Financial Resources was released today by the Indiana University Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
Ortega earns appointment as faculty fellow for the National Bureau of Economic Research
Alberto Ortega, an assistant professor at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has earned an appointment to the National Bureau of Economic Research as a Faculty Research fellow.
Meretsky honored with Carol Hostetter Lifetime Distinguished Teaching Career Award
Professor Vicky Meretsky, the director of environmental master’s programs at the O’Neill School, has been honored with the 2024 Dr. Carol Hostetter Lifetime Distinguished Teaching Career Award by the Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching at IU.
O’Neill School public affairs program receives most No. 1 specialty rankings in U.S. News report
The O’Neill School ranked #1 among public institutions and #2 among all colleges and universities in the category of public affairs graduate programs, marking the eighth straight year the O’Neill School has been ranked either first or second nationally.
Nine O’Neill students receive IU Senior Recognition Awards for scholarship, leadership, and service
Nine undergraduate students from the O’Neill School have been honored with Indiana University’s Senior Recognition Awards for their scholarship, leadership, and service to the campus community.
O’Neill student spends semester in nation’s capital advancing CHIPS and Science Act
Will Sinciline, a junior studying policy analysis at the O’Neill School, is spending his spring semester interning at U.S. Senator Todd Young’s Washington, D.C., office.
By joining the Federal Academic Alliance, the O’Neill School aims to support the professional development and career advancement of federal government employees.
O’Neill faculty set to make impact at MPSA conference
O’Neill researchers will be involved in a host of panel discussions at the event, and Amanda Rutherford, an associate professor at the O’Neill School, will assume the role of president of the Midwest Public Administration Caucus, a section of MPSA.
Service Corps, Indiana Leadership Program helping communities throughout Indiana
Service Corps Fellowship and the Indiana Leadership Program provide opportunities for O’Neill students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings while contributing to the well-being of the state.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation/O’Neill Fellowship Award provides opportunity for CBCF alumni
The O’Neill School and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are proud to announce a partnership that offers a remarkable opportunity for CBCF alumni to further their education at one of the nation's top institutions.
O’Neill scientists forecast a high likelihood of cloud cover during the eclipse
IU researchers have engaged in an exploration of historical data on local rain and cloud cover to predict the chance of sub-optimal viewing conditions on April 8.
IU leads USAID effort to transform higher education in Vietnam
Professor Anh Tran and IU Global Associate Vice President for International Research and Development Teshome Alemneh have been at the forefront of transforming higher education through a multi-million dollar initiative funded by USAID called the Partnership for Higher Education Reform project in Vietnam.
From Brazil to Bloomington: IU Executive Education hosts top-level federal Brazilian leaders
O’Neill Professor and Fischer Faculty Fellow Claudia Avellaneda spearheaded this transformative leadership program over a decade ago.
O'Neill Online students provide roadmap for building Latino resource center in southern Indiana
Adjunct instructor Trent Engbers and students in the O’Neill Online MPA program developed a long-term plan to better serve the growing Latino community in Dubois County.
Generous gift to establish Thomas C. Graham Scholarship and Fellowship programs
The O’Neill School is honored to announce a generous $1 million estate gift from Thomas C. Graham, the late father of former dean and current professor John D. Graham, which will support the Thomas C. Graham Scholarship and Fellowship programs.
O'Neill School part of Volcker Alliance initiative to combat polarization on university campuses
The O’Neill School is honored to be a part of the recently announced Volcker Alliance Constructive Dialogue Curriculum Initiative, a partnership with the Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) to help schools of public service implement innovative curricula that prepares the next generation of public service leaders to bridge divides and work collaboratively across differences.
From O'Neill graduation to Terre Haute mayor’s office in 30 days
Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun's transformative journey from O'Neill to public service underscores his dedication to community care and leadership for the greater good.
O'Neill alum empowers communities to conquer environmental threats
Cody Smith, a recent graduate of O'Neill's Master of Public Affairs program, is empowering the voices of those who have been disenfranchised.
Konisky named editor-in-chief of Environmental Politics
Lynton K. Caldwell Professor David Konisky of the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs has been named the new editor-in-chief of the prestigious journal Environmental Politics.
Guevara named to INVestED Board of Directors
Tom Guevara has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of the Indiana Secondary Market for Education Loans, also known as INVestEd.
Ross appointed to Montana Property Tax Task Force
Justin Ross, a professor at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has been appointed to the Property Tax Task Force in the state of Montana by Governor Greg Gianforte.
IU’s 21st Century Scholars Program Collaborates with O’Neill School
Alumni can pursue master's degree programs with a 25 percent tuition reduction and waived application fees.
The O'Neill School remembers Distinguished Professor Ron Hites
Ron Hites, distinguished professor emeritus of environmental science at the O'Neill School and a renowned researcher in environmental chemistry, passed away January 5. He was 81.
Washington and Lee University and O'Neill School announce partnership
Announcing a new partnership that will give Washington and Lee graduates a unique opportunity to pursue a graduate education with the O'Neill School.
O’Neill School announces honors for faculty members
The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is pleased to announce four new honors for its faculty members in 2024.
COP28 reinforces O'Neill School's role in battling climate change
Global climate change is one of the largest threats facing our world, and working together to combat this critical issue will be paramount to overcoming the challenge.
Roughly one-quarter of Indiana membership associations reported a decline in the number of members of their organizations over a three-year period according to a new report from Indiana University researchers.
O'Neill School shows strong presence at ARNOVA Conference 2023
Eleven faculty members from both O'Neill campuses and a number of students will be attending ARNOVA's 52nd Annual Conference.
Nursing homes, and residents, hardest hit by healthcare employment declines according to JAMA study
A team of health economists, including Distinguished Professor Kosali Simon, have evaluated pre- and post-pandemic healthcare employment levels to identify healthcare subsectors hardest hit by job losses and recovery.
Prices vary widely for the same health services, study finds
Health care prices—the negotiated rates between insurers and providers such as hospitals and doctors—vary widely across geography even for the same insurer, according to a new JAMA study.
O'Neill School active at 2023 ABFM Conference in Denver
The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs will have a prominent presence at the 2023 Association For Budgeting & Financial Management Conference in Denver Oct. 26-28.
Purdue, IU to collaborate on analysis of Indiana’s $500 million economic development efforts
Purdue Center for Regional Development and Indiana University Public Policy Institute will examine regional impact of state’s READI program.
O'Neill School busy at 2023 NASPAA Conference
The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is poised to play a prominent role at the annual Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration Conference held Oct. 11-13 in Pittsburgh.
Avellaneda, Konisky selected as Fellows by the National Academy of Public Administration
Claudia Avellaneda and David Konisky have been selected as Fellows by the National Academy of Public Administration.
O’Neill School celebrates culmination of 50th anniversary with a view toward the future
The O’Neill community celebrated the culmination of the school’s 50th anniversary with a celebration in the Tower Ballroom on the Indianapolis campus.
Mooney invited to join Strategic Advisory Board at ASU's CORD
Dean Siân Mooney has accepted an invitation to join the Strategic Advisory Board of Arizona State’s Center for Organizational Research and Design.
Executive Associate Dean Brad Heim met with several high-ranking officials during his trip to Southeast Asia.
Fulton, Baggetta awarded AmeriCorps grant to continue Observing Civic Engagement
Brad Fulton and Matthew Baggetta, both associate professors at the O’Neill School, have been awarded a $437,495 grant from AmeriCorps to continue their Observing Civic Engagement project.
Research examines pesticide exposure across human-wildlife interactions in Uganda
“We think about remote locations, like Kibale National Park, being pristine and void of chemicals, but in reality, chemicals know no borders and travel to faraway locations,” said Marta Venier, an assistant professor in the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and co-principal investigator on the project.
IU institute awarded $5 million to help disadvantaged communities expand tree canopy
Indiana University’s Environmental Resilience Institute has been awarded a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help disadvantaged communities in Indiana enhance their resilience to climate change through expansion of urban tree canopies.
Gazley, Cash honored with RGK-ARNOVA President’s Award
Professor Beth Gazley and Rachel Cash, a Ph.D. candidate in public management, have been honored by the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action with the 2023 RGK-ARNOVA President’s Award for their project, “Is the Nonprofit Social Safety Net Prepared for Climate Change?”
Monroe County prosecutor honored for work promoting equitable justice
The IU Public Policy Institute has selected Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney Erika Oliphant for its 2023 John L. Krauss Award for Public Policy Innovation for her work to promote equitable justice in Monroe County.
Perry earns JPAE-TPA Award for Excellence in Public Administration Education
Distinguished Professor Emeritus James Perry has received the Award for Excellence in Public Administration Education, a joint award given by the Journal of Public Affairs Education and Teaching Public Administration.
Mooney to serve on EPA’s Clean Air Act Advisory Committee
Siân Mooney, dean of the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has accepted an invitation to serve as a member of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Air Act Advisory Committee.
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Konisky part of research group awarded $1.125 million EPA grant
David Konisky, the Lynton K. Caldwell Professor at O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, is part of group awarded $1.125 million EPA grant to study energy efficiency for underserved communities.
Ross appointed to Indiana State and Local Tax Review Task Force
Justin Ross, a professor at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, has been appointed to the Interim State and Local Tax Review Task Force by the Indiana General Assembly.
O'Neill School welcomes eight new faculty
The O’Neill School welcomes eight new faculty members for the 2023-24 academic year, strengthening the school's commitment to excellence in education, research, and community engagement.
Grudi honored with FACET Innovate Award for community engagement
April Grudi has been honored with IU’s Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching Annual Innovate Award winner for 2023 in the category of community engagement.
New research finds a harmful bias towards recycling over reduction and reuse
Coauthors include Patrick Hancock and Leidy Klotz of the University of Virginia and Shahzeen Attari of the O’Neill School.
Ross, Johnson named editors of Public Budgeting & Finance
Professors Justin Ross and Craig Johnson at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs have been named editors of the journal Public Budgeting & Finance, the top public finance journal of public administration.
Payne joins O'Neill as executive in residence
Brian Payne, former president and CEO of Central Indiana Community Foundation and The Indianapolis Foundation, will join the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs as executive in residence.
New dashboard highlights utility disconnections, policies across country
O'Neill researchers Sanya Carley and David Konisky have created a new dashboard that compiles utility disconnections and related consumer protections and policies nationwide.
NASA awards $950,000 grant to O’Neill School team for innovative climate change research
NASA’s Carbon Monitoring System Program has awarded a three-year, $950,000 grant to a research team at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
O'Neill student Siebert appointed by Gov. Holcomb to IU Board of Trustees
Gov. Holcomb appointed Kyle Seibert, BSPA'23, as a student trustee to the IU Board of Trustees.
Environmental Justice Fellows program inspires first cohort
David Konisky has been working to identify and design policy responses to environmental injustices for years.
Study aims to build better community organization, union partnerships
Collaboration between community organizations and unions is widespread, but come with their own set of challenges. A new study released by researchers at the O’Neill School, including lead author Brad Fulton, and the University of Illinois analyzed field data to identify and mitigate any drawbacks to the partnership.
O'Neill School announces faculty promotions and hires
The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is pleased to announce a raft of faculty promotions and hires for the 2023-24 academic year.
Gronbjerg selected for 2023 Venkat Award
O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs Distinguished Professor Kirsten Grønbjerg has been selected as the 2023 M.A. “Venkat” Venkataramanan Distinguished Service Award by Indiana University’s Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs.
New approach uncovers scale, scope, and impact of faith-based organizations
Brad Fulton, an associate professor at the O’Neill School, and colleagues from Brandeis University and the University of Texas at Austin, have shed light on this area in a study published in Nonprofit & Voluntary Sector Quarterly.
O’Neill School ranked nation’s best public affairs graduate program in latest U.S. News rankings
For the sixth time in seven years, the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is ranked as the nation’s No. 1 public affairs graduate program, this year (2023-24) tied with Syracuse University.
Ortega named Emerging Poverty Scholars Fellow
Alberto Ortega has been named an Emerging Poverty Scholars Fellow by the Institute for Research on Poverty.
Study shows Indiana nonprofits lost jobs in 2020 for the first time since 1995
The report, "COVID-19, Indiana Nonprofit Paid Employment, and the Payroll Protection Program, 2020," tracks how the pandemic impacted paid nonprofit employment in Indiana in key industries over the course of 2020.
Study: “Safer” PFAS in food packaging still hazardous
This study, co-authored by Marta Venier, provides the first evidence that polymeric PFAS used in food packaging break down into smaller molecules that are still harmful and can leach into food and the environment.
O’Neill researchers urge EPA to review regulations surrounding excess emissions
A new journal article from O'Neill researchers urges the EPA to conduct a thorough review of the overall regulatory framework around excess emissions during malfunctions or accidents.
Nine O’Neill seniors recognized for leadership and service
Nine O’Neill undergraduate students have been honored with Indiana University’s Senior Recognition Awards for their leadership and service to the campus community.
Mooney named co-chair of NASPAA Comprehensive Schools Section
Dean Siân Mooney has been named a co-chair of the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA) Comprehensive Schools Section.
Simon elected to National Academy of Social Insurance
The National Academy of Social Insurance (NASI) has announced the election of Kosali Simon as a member to recognize her contributions to health economics and policy scholarship.
The O’Neill School joins Next Generation Service Partnership
Indiana University’s O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs has joined a new national initiative that seeks to expand public service learning experiences for undergraduates on the Bloomington campus.
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