Under an implementation plan proposed by graduate students in the La Follette School of Public Affairs, Hudson, New Richmond, and River Falls could implement a shared-ride taxi system by 2027.
Students
Congratulations, La Follette grads!
On May 9, the La Follette School celebrated its 2025 master’s degree graduates in a ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol with 45 MPA and MIPA graduates.
Student updates – spring 2025
Learn which of our students are starting new positions and internships.
La Follette student projects inform real-world policymaking in Wisconsin
Research projects by La Follette graduate students are currently helping to inform items in Governor Evers’ 2025-2027 state budget proposal.
Student UniverCity Alliance projects support Madison’s development strategy
Projects by master’s student Caroline Corona and undergraduate certificate student Landon Prokopinski evaluated economic indicators for Madison to support its development strategy.
Students hear perspectives on government from state policymakers
This spring, La Follette students had several opportunities to learn from Wisconsin state government representatives from the legislative and executive branches.
Health policy students use certificate in diverse ways
Building on an introduction to core concepts in health policy, students learn how to evaluate research evidence and think critically about the range of interests influencing and affected by health policy.
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield models civility and diplomacy during visit to La Follette
The ambassador discussed the biggest challenges facing international diplomacy, maintaining nonpartisanship in a polarized world, and how her values have guided her work in public service.
Empowering students to create meaningful policy solutions
When students receive scholarships, they can fully immerse themselves in their studies, with time to take on enriching coursework and participate in practical training that prepares them for careers in public service.
Photo gallery: spring site and classroom visits
This spring, we hosted several site visits and a classroom guest for our graduate and certificate students. These experiences provided students with valuable opportunities to learn from policy professionals and alumni.