Dr. Fernando Chang Muy

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Fernando Chang-Muy is an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, teaching "Refugee Law Policy" and also lectures on Immigration Social Work at the Graduate School of Social Policy and Practice. He has a diverse background, having served as the Assistant Dean and Equal Opportunity Officer at Swarthmore College, where he taught International Human Rights. With significant experience in law and refugee camp administration, Chang-Muy has worked in consulting, coaching, and training for government agencies and philanthropic institutions to enhance their effectiveness. His facilitation skills focus on large group dynamics, strategic planning, and board governance. He has collaborated with organizations such as the United Nations-UNAIDS and has directed initiatives aimed at strengthening immigrant-serving nonprofits. Previously, he served as a Legal Officer for United Nations agencies and was involved in providing free legal aid for low-income individuals in Philadelphia. Chang-Muy has received numerous awards for his contributions to civil rights and legal advocacy, including the Reginald Heber Smith Fellowship and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Social Justice Award. He has authored articles and co-edited a manual on social work with immigrants and refugees.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

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