Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
At the 33rd Annual Salute to Local Government Awards, hosted by the Wisconsin Policy Forum, the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) was honored with the Gladfelter Award for Innovation in State Government.
This fall, the La Follette School partnered with policy exerts on numerous class visits and other campus departments to host three networking events.
Alumni Tim Casper (MA '99) and Jen Klippel (MPA ’06) share their experiences working in higher education and how their La Follette School training helped them.
Master's student Travis Austin (MPA ’26) and alum Theola Carter (MA ’91) discuss their involvement in local government.
Participants learned about managing and leading in public organizations from La Follette School faculty and other leaders in policy-related positions.
This spring, we hosted several site visits and a classroom guest for our graduate and certificate students. These experiences provided students with valuable opportunities to learn from policy professionals and alumni.
The La Follette School rang in the new year by embarking on a two-day trip to our nation's capital, Washington D.C.
Manny Teodoro reflects on the 50-year impact of the Safe Drinking Water Act and shares opportunities for improvement in Wisconsin and nationwide over the next 50 years.
Associate Professor Amber Wichowsky and MPA student Allison Keeley share strategies for having civil conversations during the holidays and beyond.
The prestigious award, which recognizes innovation in state government, was presented at the annual Salute to Local Government event.