Congratulations to Abby Swetz (MPA ’19), who was appointed as executive director of Fair Wisconsin. Learn more in this month’s alumni updates.
News
The opioid crisis complicates a healthcare system already troubling Wisconsinites
Christine Durrance explains the opioid epidemic, its impact on children and families, and how Wisconsin residents are affected.
Tawsif Anam – Alumni in the Spotlight
Tawsif Anam has served as regional director for the office of Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson for the past 10 years, and has experience working in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in the U.S. and overseas.
Tim Carpenter – Alumni in the Spotlight
Elected to the Wisconsin legislature at the age of 24, State Senator Tim Carpenter is one of the most experienced lawmakers in Wisconsin.
Student projects address challenges in Wisconsin and beyond
Students’ spring capstone projects addressed real-world challenges on behalf of clients including NGOs, the private sector, and both federal and state agencies.
Chicago’s participatory budgeting a positive, but incomplete, step toward inclusion
A new study finds that distrust in government was common among both those who voted in the participatory budgeting election and those who refused to vote.
Recent heat waves underscore the urgency of climate technology investment
La Follette’s Morgan Edwards and Zachary Thomas of the Nelson Institute explore innovative methods for mitigating climate change as momentum for climate action in Wisconsin is growing.
Interview with World Bank’s Chief Economist: Part 2
While visiting campus, the World Bank’s Chief Economist, Indermit Gill, shared his thoughts on the global economy and development in Wisconsin.
Researchers convene to discuss social genomics during second annual conference
Over a hundred community members and researchers from around the world gathered to discuss the quickly growing field of social genomics during The Advances in Social Genomics Conference.
Kaufmann surveyed Shorewood residents for historic preservation project
Certificate student Sam Kaufmann found the perfect opportunity to get hands-on experience with historic preservation through the UniverCity Alliance Scholars Program.