Public Policy Consulting

First-year master of public policy students are sorted into teams and assigned to clients, such as nonprofits and local government agencies, in need of help with real-world policy problems.

Sanford Board Leadership Initiative

Master’s of Public Policy students serve on local nonprofit boards for one year.

Hart Service Opportunities in Leadership

A one year program matching undergraduates with community partners for field-based service and research.

School Research Partnership

Sanford School of Public Policy students partner with local schools to tackle real-world problems through research.

Family Connects Durham

Universal nurse home visiting program for Durham parents of newborns to promote early childhood development and health. The program serves as a national model with sites across the country.

World Food Policy Center

Research and education to advance an inclusive food system.