Dr. Mildred Warner

Professor

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Biography

Mildred E. Warner is a Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning and the Department of Global Development at Cornell University, where her research primarily focuses on local government service delivery and economic development planning across generations. Warner is recognized as an international expert in the restructuring of local government services, planning for age-friendly cities, and promoting environmental sustainability at the local level. Her extensive research, which includes over 100 publications in top academic journals, explores the implications of privatization and the devolution of public services, addressing the potential and challenges that impact human services and economic development. Her work emphasizes the importance of inclusive policies for communities, particularly in relation to child care and strategies for social infrastructure. Her collaborations extend beyond the United States to various countries, examining public service delivery models and their social implications. Warner's strong extension orientation has led to impactful consultations with local governments and community stakeholders, promoting effective strategies for addressing the urgent needs of diverse populations.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Teaching and conducting research in City and Regional Planning and Global Development.

Awards

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Charles Benton Broadband & Society Prize

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George D. Levy Faculty Engaged Teaching and Research Award

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Outstanding Student Project Award

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John Stewart Prize

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Margarita McCoy Award

Courses

CRP 5074: Economic Development Workshop CRP 7201: Ph.D. Research Design CRP 4120/6120: Urban Public Management

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture