Leslie Ann Howard, a member of the La Follette School’s Board of Visitors, recently received the Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work’s 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award.
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Prohibition may have extended life for those born in dry counties
The prohibition movement may have led to increased longevity for those born in places where alcohol was banned, according to a study co-authored by Jason Fletcher.
Remembering Marjorie Matthews
Former La Follette School university services program associate Marjorie Matthews passed away unexpectedly in October. Members of the La Follette community remember Matthews as a truly unique person who had a passion for helping others.
Nemet’s work informs discussions on scaling of carbon removal technologies
The rate of development for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies that could be critical tools to combat climate change is in line with similar technologies over the last century but outpaced by policy targets and industry projections.
Schmitz publishes study linking childhood deprivation and accelerated aging later in life
By using advanced epigenetic aging techniques and new data from older adults, a team of researchers found that being deprived of a nurturing childhood environment is associated with accelerated biological aging at older ages.
Abele joins school’s Board of Visitors
Jennifer Abele (MPA ’01) has served Milwaukee in many leadership roles, including as leader of the Milwaukee Water Works and chief partnership officer for UW–Milwaukee.
Sparkman speaks with La Follette students about equity and leadership in policymaking
Students, faculty, and staff met with La Follette alum Wesley Sparkman (MPA ’00) to discuss how to address racial, gender, and disability disparities.
Terrell studied equitable transit as part of Montgomery County fellowship
Terrell was placed within the Montgomery County Department of Transportation Office of the Director and tasked with providing an original policy report for the Montgomery County Council.
Alumni launch professional careers in public policy after completing accelerated degree
The program provides students with a unique opportunity to fast-track their education, acquire professional skills, and begin a career in public policy.
La Follette students help organize community event with African Cultural Studies Department
La Follette School graduate students Awa Maïga and Dorcas Donkoh helped organize a community event for students from African counties.