Category: News

A conversation with Paul Ryan on Sept. 26

Former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan will join the UW–Madison La Follette School for a public presentation on September 26.

La Follette participates in event focused on serving across differences

The event brought together alumni to practice civil discourse and connect with others committed to public service.

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.

La Follette School’s many achievements featured in annual Highlights Report

Over the 2022-2023 academic year, the La Follette School’s continued growth has allowed the school to educate more future leaders than ever before.

La Follette School joins national network of universities, supported by Volcker Alliance

To boost opportunities for undergraduate policy students, the La Follette School joined a national network of universities and colleges training undergraduates for careers in public service.

Alumni news – August 2023

Alumni with expertise in energy and environmental policy recently made strides in their careers.

Wagner joins school, Ellinger starts new role

After three years as outreach director, Lisa Ellinger (MPA ’03) became the school's director of strategic initiatives. Jennifer Wagner joined the school as the new outreach director.

Student news – summer 2023

Our students are trusted voices on campus, in Wisconsin, and beyond.

Tsarovsky engages students to make a difference in local government

As the president of the Campus Area Neighborhood Association, current MPA-MPH student Eli Tsarovsky has worked to open up conversations in Madison on licensing and affordable housing.

La Follette School’s director joins prestigious ACUS assembly

Susan Webb Yackee, was one of seven new public members appointed to the assembly of Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS) earlier this month.