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The PhD program in Planning and Public Affairs within the School of Planning, Public Policy and Management (PPPM) prepares students to undertake thorough, innovative research that advances academic knowledge, policy development, and practical applications. This doctoral program centers on three forward-thinking research clusters that represent core strengths of PPPM faculty. A unifying principle is our commitment to engaged, applied scholarship, reflecting our global recognition for blending research, education, and community involvement.
Forward-Thinking: Organized around research teams tackling pressing societal challenges with strong career prospects in academia
Cross-Disciplinary: Adaptable framework enables students to explore diverse academic fields throughout our school and university
Community-Oriented: Leverages our institutes' global standing to prepare future scholars for partnership-based research with governments, municipalities, institutions, and populations
Equity-Focused: Strengthened by our school's commitment to fairness and diversity, our varied faculty, and Oregon's growing recognition as a hub for inclusive societies