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Alumni News – January 2023
Over half of our most recent master’s degree alumni accepted positions in government. Plus, a recent alum was listed as one of “12 people to watch in 2023” by the Cap Times.
Garcia receives 2022 Exceptional Service Award
Assistant Professor Denia Garcia received the 2022 UW–Madison Exceptional Service Award for her outstanding service fostering program growth and supporting outreach activities.
December certificate graduates represent a variety of majors and interests
In December, 20 students graduated with Certificates in Public Policy and four students graduated with Certificates in Health Policy, including one student who completed both certificates.
Paul Ryan to serve as Policymaker in Residence
Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, will visit campus on February 22 to share what he has learned from two decades in Congress through class visits, meetings with students and faculty, and a public presentation.
Board of Visitors spotlight: Luther Olsen
Former member of the Wisconsin Legislature and a long-time advocate for improving healthcare and education, Luther Olsen joined the La Follette School Board of Visitors in 2020.
Law and policy dual-degree prepares future lawyers to make a difference
Alumni of the JD-MPA dual degree program share their experiences and how the program prepared them for their careers.
Schmitz publishes study linking early-life poverty with accelerated aging
A new study by Assistant Professor Lauren Schmitz that follows people who were born during the Great Depression shows that early-life exposure to poor economic conditions is associated with accelerated aging.
2023 Salute to Government to include new La Follette Innovation Award
The 2023 Salute to Local Government will include a La Follette School-sponsored award recognizing innovative approaches to problem solving in state government.
Photo Gallery: Election 2022 Events
As part of the Wisconsin Main Street Agenda project, the La Follette School co-hosted public forums throughout the state to discuss the issues that were most important to voters.