Students’ spring capstone projects addressed real-world challenges on behalf of clients including NGOs, the private sector, and both federal and state agencies.
Students
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.
Certificate student Sadie Goettl named WI Honey Queen
As the state’s 2024 Honey Queen, certificate in public policy student Sadie Goettl works as a promoter, educator, ambassador, and spokesperson for the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association.
Barakat pursuing healthcare professional career with a policy lens
Judah Barakat chose to supplement his education with a health policy certificate through the La Follette School to gain insights into real-world healthcare experiences.
La Follette celebrates graduates, awards record number of undergraduate certificates
Forty-six master’s students received La Follette degrees and 166 students graduated with certificates in public policy or health policy in May.
Recognizing 2023-24 undergraduate internship host organizations
These internship host organizations helped to give La Follette students invaluable hands-on experiences over the past year.
La Follette School joins new initiative to combat polarization on university campuses
The La Follette School is one of fourteen universities developing curricula to help students lead and engage across difference.
Certificate graduates make an impact in legislative offices
Three recent graduates who earned certificates in public policy from the La Follette School share their experiences working in legislative offices.
Student updates – spring 2024
One of our students was recently named Wisconsin Honey Queen. Another competed in the Big Ten swimming championships. Read student accomplishments at school and outside the classroom.
La Follette School is preparing for the future with funding from Ascendium
Thanks to a $500,000 grant from Ascendium Education Group, La Follette is one step closer to meeting the high demand for public policy education.