News: History
President's Tree returns to Observatory Hill
The La Follette School experienced a rebirth of sorts Wednesday. A graft from the long-standing, much-beloved President’s Oak was planted near Washburn Observatory during a ceremony celebrating both the future and the past.
Slate writer in residence puts today’s politics in historical context
Jamelle Bouie, chief political correspondent for Slate magazine, often looks to the past to explain the present.
Appelquist promotes leadership lessons from history
The past holds the secrets of good leadership. Alum Jeff Appelquist believes this tenet so fervently he has built a business on it: Blue Knight History Seminars, LLC, a company that offers leadership and team development training centered on visits to great American battlefields.
Professors discuss Social Security on 75th anniversary
Grad, author appears on Good Morning America
Huber publishes book on immigration experience
Destinations and results are often unexpected, alum Leslie Albrecht Huber finds as she applies aspects of her La Follette training to her career as a freelance writer.
Holden gets into retirement rhythm
Institute alumni support Dresang scholarship
Catching up: Lunch Bunch revels in classmates' company for 25 years
Twenty-five years ago they were juggling child care, jobs and commutes into Madison to attend their public affairs classes. Now, still drawn together by a love of political talk, the La Follette Lunch Bunch members pass around photos of grandchildren while they debate local and national politics and public policy.
Services for Dr. Clara Penniman on Saturday
Professor emeritus Clara Penniman, founder of the La Follette School's precursor, the Center for the Study of Public Policy and Administration, passed away Friday, January 30, at age 94.