Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
"I think the chance to study policy as an undergraduate has opened my eyes to how present it is in everyday life, and the courses within La Follette have given me the opportunity to discuss my opinions with others and learn how to convey my perspective to those who have opinions that differ from my own."
"Something that excites me about the public policy certificate is that I am gaining applicable skills that I will use in my post graduate studies and future career. I've done this through the course Public Affairs 200. In this course a part of my final was to research and write a testimony to an office at the Madison capital in regard to an issue of your importance."
"What excites me most about the public policy certificate is how it connects what I am learning to real life decisions"
"I took PA 200 as a freshman and enjoyed learning about the different policy spheres. From there, I decided to add the public policy certificate."
"Ultimately, I aspire to build a career in government, and I am open to opportunities at both the state and federal levels."
"The La Follette School has changed the way I think about policy by reinstating hope that we can work across difference and that there are shared goals and interests that we can leverage."