Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
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.
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.
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.
This fall, the La Follette School partnered with policy exerts on numerous class visits and other campus departments to host three networking events.
Over 95% of countries remain committed to the Paris Agreement, and thousands of states, provinces, territories, and cities across the world continue the work.
Tim Casper (MA ’99) serves as the executive vice president at Madison Area Technical College.
A bachelor's degree in public policy will prepare students for successful careers in government, nonprofits, consulting, advocacy, and business.
Alumni Tim Casper (MA '99) and Jen Klippel (MPA ’06) share their experiences working in higher education and how their La Follette School training helped them.
"I’ve been fortunate to work with several outstanding La Follette alumni who have played important roles in my personal and professional development."
The La Follette School of Public Affairs is hosting renowned scholar Professor Sendhil Mullainathan on November 6 for a sold-out public presentation on the profound changes AI will bring to the economy and public policy. In his talk, “We’re Building the Wrong AI,” Mullainathan will provide an accessible overview of the two kinds of AI …