Upcoming spring events feature speakers focused on civil dialogue and finding common ground, including Gov. Mitch Daniels, Greg Lukianoff, and Michael Barbaro.
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New faculty Q&A — Tony Lo Sasso
La Follette’s new faculty member Tony Lo Sasso answers questions about his research and approach to teaching.
A January filled with career possibilities
This winter break, the La Follette School hosted a range of career events aimed at promoting student networking and preparing students for success in the career paths they are about to embark on.
La Follette students present at national policy conference
Master of Public Affairs students Jacklyn Alsbro and Abbie Klein presented their research at the November Fall Research Conference with the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management (APPAM).
La Follette alumni bring their graduate research to the courts
A cornerstone of a La Follette graduate education is the opportunity for students to partner with real-world organizations to tackle real-world policy problems. Much more than academic exercises, these client-based projects make an impact far …
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services honored with 2025 Gladfelter Award
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.
Teodoro wins Boyd Award for transformative work in drinking water field
The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies presented Professor Manny Teodoro of the La Follette School of Public Affairs with its prestigious 2025 Donald R. Boyd Award during its 2025 Executive Management Conference this fall.
The power of the badger network — students and alumni unite for Eat & Greet series
This fall, the La Follette School of Public Affairs’ expanding Eat & Greet Series explored careers in public service and education through three networking events focused on state government, local government, and higher education.
Fall 2025 highlights La Follette’s partnerships
This fall, the La Follette School partnered with policy exerts on numerous class visits and other campus departments to host three networking events.
COP30 will show efforts to curb planet warming persist
Over 95% of countries remain committed to the Paris Agreement, and thousands of states, provinces, territories, and cities across the world continue the work.