The Robert M. La Follette School of Public Affairs
Academics
Our programs give students the knowledge and hands-on experience to be policy leaders. Are you ready to make a difference?
Faculty experts
Learn from the experts. Our award-winning faculty research policy solutions that address family finance, public health, global economics, and much more.
News
Alumni news – September 2023
September 18, 2023
Tim Smeeding reflects on his career upon retirement
September 18, 2023
Incoming master’s students bring unique skills and experiences
September 18, 2023
An introduction to the La Follette School Student Association
September 18, 2023- More news
Events
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Sep22
Family Trees and Falling Apples: Intergenerational Mobility Estimates from U.S. Genealogy Data @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Grainger Hall, room 1280 View map
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Sep26
Energy start-ups and climate tech investment @ 4:30 pm Online event
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Sep26
A Conversation with Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the House @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Memorial Union, Shannon Hall View map
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Our students
Sukhvir Singh, MPA, MPH
"I hope to contribute to criminal justice reform by analyzing and advocating for policy changes surrounding the health of currently and formerly incarcerated individuals."
Kao Lee Yang, MPA, PhD in Neuroscience
"The wonderful partnership between the La Follette School and the Neuroscience Training Program allows students in the combined program to simultaneously develop skills in science and policy."
Angela Maloney, MPA
"Learning more about the human impact of policy as well as the benefit of being able to obtain an MPA with just one additional year post-undergrad were huge draws for me."
