Throughout its history, the La Follette School has embraced the Wisconsin Idea through research that informs better policymaking and by educating future policy leaders who have the skills to discover, critically examine, and preserve knowledge that will benefit our future society.
Students
La Follette students help build powerful tool for climate technology research
Three La Follette graduate students developed a database to help anticipate how long it may take for new climate technologies to scale up to levels necessary to limit climate change.
La Follette students secure competitive positions across campus
Opportunities across campus provide students with financial benefits, such as tuition remission, and hands-on experience.
Certificate program growth and December graduates
147 new students joined the certificate programs in November, bringing the total number of undergraduate students enrolled to 470.
Internships bridge gap between academic knowledge and real-world application
Five La Follette School students share their experiences in public-policy internships.
Student news – winter 2023
While learning to create change in their classes, our students are also engaged on campus and in the wider community.
Well-being during finals
There are many resources across campus to support students’ well-being throughout the semester and during finals.
Sparkman speaks with La Follette students about equity and leadership in policymaking
Students, faculty, and staff met with La Follette alum Wesley Sparkman (MPA ’00) to discuss how to address racial, gender, and disability disparities.
Terrell studied equitable transit as part of Montgomery County fellowship
Terrell was placed within the Montgomery County Department of Transportation Office of the Director and tasked with providing an original policy report for the Montgomery County Council.
Alumni launch professional careers in public policy after completing accelerated degree
The program provides students with a unique opportunity to fast-track their education, acquire professional skills, and begin a career in public policy.