This new endowed chair, the first of its kind at the La Follette School, was made possible by a generous $3 million donation from American Family Insurance.
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2023 Salute to Local Government features La Follette Innovation Award
The first La Follette/Gladfelter Award went to the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families for their efforts to stabilize the child care industry and services during the pandemic.
Board member Howard receives social work distinguished alumni award
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.
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.
Roger Ervin elected chair of Board of Visitors
Roger Ervin has worked in the highest levels of presidential politics and diplomatic service and served as the president and CEO of Blumont.
Lunch at Culver’s fitting place to find common ground in polarizing political climate
The promotion of civil discourse is one of the most urgent actions the La Follette School can take going forward.
Conant joins school’s Board of Visitors
Alex Conant (MPA ’03) is a founding partner at Firehouse Strategies, a bipartisan public affairs firm based in Washington, D.C. He joined the La Follette School’s Board of Visitors in April.
Board of Visitors spotlight: Terry Lierman
Terry Lierman (MA ’71) has dedicated his life to serving his community and improving policies and outcomes with a focus on the health, energy, and education fields.
Board of Visitors spotlight: Daniel Speckhard
A former U.S. Ambassador to Greece and Belarus, Speckhard (MA ’82) is the President/CEO of Corus International.
Anton joins school’s Board of Visitors
The La Follette School is excited to announce new Board of Visitors member JoAnne Anton, director of giving for Herb Kohl Philanthropies.