La Follette students build database to monitor youth climate cases
La Follette students developed a database monitoring the impact of OCT cases around the United States in Nelson Institute undergraduate course.
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
La Follette students developed a database monitoring the impact of OCT cases around the United States in Nelson Institute undergraduate course.
Last fall, La Follette undergraduate public policy and health policy students stepped outside of the classroom and into professional environments partnering with state associations, local government leaders and emergency management officials to deliver research with immediate, real-world impact.
The annual scholarship recognizes an exceptional student who is passionate about health policy.
A bachelor's degree in public policy will prepare students for successful careers in government, nonprofits, consulting, advocacy, and business.
This spring, Associate Professor Amber Wichowsky capped off an impactful first year at La Follette by debuting a new undergraduate course aimed at getting students to think about public policy as part of everyday life, build critical thinking skills, and encourage civic engagement and dialogue. In PA 230: Advancing Public Policy in a Divided America, …
Projects by master's student Caroline Corona and undergraduate certificate student Landon Prokopinski evaluated economic indicators for Madison to support its development strategy.
This spring, La Follette students had several opportunities to learn from Wisconsin state government representatives from the legislative and executive branches.
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.
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.
Our students have been busy this semester receiving fellowships, starting new positions, having their work featured around campus and beyond, and even running for local office.