New research from La Follette reveals a genetic influence on quitting smoking
The novel study, led by Associate Professor Lauren Schmitz, is among the first in economics to combine genetic information and data from a randomized controlled study.
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
The novel study, led by Associate Professor Lauren Schmitz, is among the first in economics to combine genetic information and data from a randomized controlled study.
The Kohl Competition awards funding to faculty research projects that exemplify evidence-based policymaking and meaningfully shape public policy.
New research by La Follette Assistant Professor Mariel Barnes analyzes the “manosphere,” a subculture which now exerts influence in national politics.
Menzie Chinn published a landmark new textbook last month to help college students make sense of the complex global economy and the geopolitics surrounding it.
La Follette faculty members Jason Fletcher and Silvia Barcellos were cited in the Economic Report of the President that was delivered to congress on January 10.
Jason Delborne joined the La Follette School's faculty in spring 2025. He discusses his research, teaching, and more.
Greg Nemet was awarded the school’s first Jack Salzwedel Distinguished Faculty Chair in Business and Regulation. Christine Durrance received the new Curt and Sue Culver Professorship in Public Policy Education.
For the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, the La Follette School of Public Affairs partnered with the Water & Health Advisory Council to host an event envisioning the future of U.S. drinking water.
Associate Professor Amber Wichowsky and MPA student Allison Keeley share strategies for having civil conversations during the holidays and beyond.
Silvia Helena Barcellos joined the La Follette School's faculty in fall 2024. She discusses her research, teaching, and more.