The Robert M. La Follette School of Public Affairs
Academics
Our programs give students the knowledge and hands-on experience to be policy leaders. Are you ready to make a difference?
Faculty experts
Learn from the experts. Our award-winning faculty research policy solutions that address family finance, public health, global economics, and much more.
News
Upcoming events center on finding common ground, open debate
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
New faculty Q&A — Tony Lo Sasso
Monday, January 26, 2026
A January filled with career possibilities
Monday, January 26, 2026
La Follette students present at national policy conference
Wednesday, December 17, 2025- More news
Events
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Feb16
Alumni and friends reception @ 5:00 pm Memorial Union, Great Hall (4th floor) Get directions
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Feb16
Higher Ed, Public Policy, and a Divided America @ 7:00 pm Memorial Union, Shannon Hall Get directions
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Feb17
Policymaker breakfast @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am Madison Club Get directions
Our students
Sukhvir Singh, MPA-MPH
"I hope to contribute to criminal justice reform by analyzing and advocating for policy changes surrounding the health of currently and formerly incarcerated individuals."
Kao Lee Yang, MPA, PhD in Neuroscience
"The wonderful partnership between the La Follette School and the Neuroscience Training Program allows students in the combined program to simultaneously develop skills in science and policy."
Angela Maloney, MPA
"Learning more about the human impact of policy as well as the benefit of being able to obtain an MPA with just one additional year post-undergrad were huge draws for me."
