La Follette students and faculty present their research at state capitol
Master’s students and Assistant Professor Mariel Barnes presented their research to policymakers as part of the UW–Madison Day at the Capitol.
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
Master’s students and Assistant Professor Mariel Barnes presented their research to policymakers as part of the UW–Madison Day at the Capitol.
Participants learned about managing and leading in public organizations from La Follette School faculty and other leaders in policy-related positions.
J. Michael Collins presented to policymakers at the State Capitol about how Wisconsin households are faring in today’s economy.
Throughout its history, the La Follette School has embraced the Wisconsin Idea through research that informs better policymaking and by educating future policy leaders who have the skills to discover, critically examine, and preserve knowledge that will benefit our future society.
The La Follette School and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will share insights throughout the year on how Wisconsinites feel about policy topics relevant to the 2024 election.
On a recent visit to campus, the World Bank's Chief Economist, Indermit Gill, shared his thoughts on the global economy and development in Wisconsin.
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.
Working with clients, our master's students apply skills and tools they’ve learned in political, economic, and statistical analysis on real-world projects.
On a visit to campus, former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan visited with students and faculty and shared his views during a public Q&A with La Follette School Director Susan Webb Yackee.
Former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan will join the UW–Madison La Follette School for a public presentation on September 26.