La Follette students developed a database monitoring the impact of OCT cases around the United States in Nelson Institute undergraduate course.
Public policy certificate
News stories featuring our undergraduate certificate in public policy program and students.
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.
Student updates – spring 2025
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.
Students gain applied policy research experience through new internships addressing poverty
Last fall, the UW–Madison Institute for Research on Poverty hired several undergraduate students for internships that allow them to build policy research and communications skills.
Enrollment in certificate programs exceeds 500 students
In December, 20 students graduated with certificates—12 in public policy and 8 in health policy.
Internship illustrates the importance of inclusive representation in government
Public policy certificate student Alexa Iraheta spent the summer in Washington, D.C. completing an internship.
Public policy students gain real-world professional experience with internships in Washington, DC
The Wisconsin in Washington program provides UW–Madison undergraduates with the opportunity to intern while taking courses in Washington, D.C.
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.