Nemet’s extraordinary work on technological responses to climate change has already had a major impact on the field of climate policy.
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Halpern-Meekin promoted to full professor
Sarah Halpern-Meekin has been promoted to full professor. Her research on social poverty emphasizes the human side of public policy.
La Follette School collaboration with Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and WPR encourages thoughtful political discussions
The La Follette School has partnered with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and WPR to help focus news on top policy issues ahead of the Nov. elections.
Haveman’s loss felt deeply by La Follette School, UW–Madison colleagues
On June 18, 2022, La Follette School Professor Emeritus Robert Haveman passed away at age 85. Colleagues at the La Follette School mourned the loss of Haveman.
La Follette School graduate programs offer excellent value, according to Wall Street Journal analysis
A tool created by the Wall Street Journal shows that the La Follette School offers one of the best values among public policy master’s degrees in the country.
Alumni News — June 2022
Which alum was named a “Champion of Pride”? Who started a new position recently? Find out in this month’s alumni news.
Photo Gallery: La Follette Forum 2022
In May 2022, scholars in economic policy and governance, speakers from private industry, and national experts convened to discuss American power, prosperity, and democracy at the third annual La Follette Forum.
Kohl Initiative greatly expands school’s impact
Three years ago, the La Follette School received its largest gift in school history – a $10 million donation from former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl known as the Kohl Initiative.
Shireen Ohadi-hamadani discusses health equity with La Follette students
La Follette School alum Shireen Ohadi-hamadani discussed health equity issues with students in the school’s latest Elevating Equity in Policymaking event.
Board of Visitors Spotlight: David Lubar
David Lubar joined the La Follette School Board of Visitors in 2018. He brings over 30 years of experience serving on the boards of for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Lubar is president and CEO of Lubar & Co., …