Patrick J. Murphy

Patrick J. Murphy is a Professor and Full-Time Faculty member at the University of San Francisco, serving as Faculty Director for both the Master's in Urban and Public Affairs and Master's in Public Administration programs. He specializes in public budgets, tax policy, education finance, and California policy with a focus on equity and sustainability.

Education:

• PhD and MA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• MPA, University of Texas-Austin
• BA, University of Notre Dame

His research emphasizes fiscal fairness and sustainability, particularly in California's complex policy landscape. Recent work includes analyses of state budget guardrails, recession preparedness, and fiscal futures. Murphy has held leadership roles at institutions like the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) and The Opportunity Institute, and served in federal and state government roles including the U.S. Office of Management and Budget.

Awards & Distinctions:

• Adjunct Fellow, Public Policy Institute of California

His applied policy work spans over two decades, addressing challenges in public finance efficiency and equity through partnerships with governments and philanthropies like Arnold Ventures. He previously directed the McCarthy Center for Public Service and chaired USF's Politics Department.

Research contributions include studies on recession preparedness, California's fiscal dynamics, and tax policy impacts, reflecting a commitment to bridging academic analysis with actionable public policy.