La Follette School of Public Affairs
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking

Student stories

News about our students and profiles sharing students’ experiences in our graduate programs.

We welcome updates from students. Share a story.

Student profiles

  • Sam Kaufmann, MPA

    "After learning about the Accelerated MPA Program, I decided it would be a great route to take to pursue public policy as a full-time career with only needing to spend five years in school."

  • Katie Campbell, MPA

    "The knowledge from the core classes here at La Follette has enhanced my skill set and instilled a new perspective on politics, policy, and how the world works."

  • Portrait of Andrew Lindaas.

    Andrew Lindaas, MPA, JD

    "The most rewarding experience at La Follette has been the reception of La Follette's administrative staff, my professors, and my cohort."

  • Portrait of Jacklyn Alsbro.

    Jacklyn Alsbro, MPA, EAP

    "I am excited to be continuing my work in energy policy at LFS where I can make a positive impact in decarbonizing the electric grid."

  • Htet Hlawn, MIPA

    "I am incorporating so many values from the Wisconsin Idea ideology to empower Wisconsin youth to make a social impact abroad through volunteering."

  • Portrait of Winter Petry.

    Winter Petry — Student in the Spotlight

    "I’ve been fortunate to work with several outstanding La Follette alumni who have played important roles in my personal and professional development."

  • Portrait of Zach Vruwink

    Zach Vruwink — Student in the Spotlight

    "I am excited to continue a career aimed at improving the lives of Wisconsin’s citizens."

  • Portrait of Hunter McCormick.

    Student in the Spotlight: Hunter McCormick, LSSA President

    "The La Follette community welcomed me with open arms, and I am thankful to have gotten to know so many of my great peers in such a short time."

  • Portrait of Muhammad Rehan

    Muhammad Rehan, MIPA

    "La Follette isn’t just a school; it’s a place where people lift each other up, making it an incredibly supportive environment."

  • Portrait of Ali Mammadov

    Ali Mammadov, MPA, EAP

    "La Follette deepened my understanding of the interconnectedness between local actions and global impacts, reinforcing my commitment to evidence-based, inclusive policymaking."

  • More student profiles

News stories