Read about which alumni recently started new roles, who retired, and who received awards and recognitions.
Alumni
Alumni updates – August 2024
Find out which alumni recently started new jobs, published articles, and more.
La Follette graduate studies education policy to support underserved populations
Hnub Xiong (MPA’ 24) is joining a PhD program at the University of Minnesota this fall to pursue her interest in higher education policy.
Alumni updates – July 2024
Congratulations to Abby Swetz (MPA ’19), who was appointed as executive director of Fair Wisconsin. Learn more in this month’s alumni updates.
Tawsif Anam – Alumni in the Spotlight
Tawsif Anam has served as regional director for the office of Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson for the past 10 years, and has experience working in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in the U.S. and overseas.
Tim Carpenter – Alumni in the Spotlight
Elected to the Wisconsin legislature at the age of 24, State Senator Tim Carpenter is one of the most experienced lawmakers in Wisconsin.
Erick Shambarger – Alumni in the Spotlight
La Follette alum Erick Shambarger (MPA ’02) was drawn to Wisconsin because of the state’s tradition of government innovation, environmental protection, and professionalism in public service.
Alumni updates – June 2024
Find out which alumni started new positions this summer.
Allison Carlson – Alumni in the Spotlight
La Follette alum Allison Carlson (MPA ’05) is the executive director at Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, where she works to break down barriers to decarbonization for local governments.
Hayden joins school’s Board of Visitors
Kevin Hayden (MA ’84) brings extensive leadership experience in the healthcare, government services, and insurance administration fields to the La Follette School’s Board of Visitors.