Nonprofit Management, Education: Ayal Weiner-Kaplow, MIPA ’20

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Ayal Weiner-Kaplow

What policy areas did you focus on as a student?

Nonprofit management, education

What policy areas became your focus post-degree?

Education

What is your current position?

Associate director of engagement for the iCenter (Jewish education)

What type of work do you do in this position?

I lead teams through all aspects of Jewish educational resource development and distribution. Cultivating strong partnerships with external organizations is a big part of my role, helping us expand our reach and impact. I also write grants and reports to secure funding and present at conferences.

How have you used what you learned during your time at La Follette on the job?

The nonprofit management skills I studied, more in a theoretical sense, help me greatly in applying them in practice.

What courses did you take during your time at La Follette that have most contributed to you becoming a success in your current career?

PA 873: Introduction to Policy Analysis

M H R 628: Negotiations

PA 881: Cost-Benefit Analysis