Tim Carpenter – Alumni in the Spotlight

Elected to the Wisconsin legislature at the age of 24, State Senator Tim Carpenter is one of the most experienced lawmakers in Wisconsin.

Student projects address challenges in Wisconsin and beyond

Students' spring capstone projects addressed real-world challenges on behalf of clients including NGOs, the private sector, and both federal and state agencies.

Chicago’s participatory budgeting a positive, but incomplete, step toward inclusion

A new study finds that distrust in government was common among both those who voted in the participatory budgeting election and those who refused to vote.

Recent heat waves underscore the urgency of climate technology investment

La Follette’s Morgan Edwards and Zachary Thomas of the Nelson Institute explore innovative methods for mitigating climate change as momentum for climate action in Wisconsin is growing.

Interview with World Bank’s Chief Economist: Part 2

While visiting campus, the World Bank's Chief Economist, Indermit Gill, shared his thoughts on the global economy and development in Wisconsin.

Researchers convene to discuss social genomics during second annual conference

Over a hundred community members and researchers from around the world gathered to discuss the quickly growing field of social genomics during The Advances in Social Genomics Conference.

Kaufmann surveyed Shorewood residents for historic preservation project

Certificate student Sam Kaufmann found the perfect opportunity to get hands-on experience with historic preservation through the UniverCity Alliance Scholars Program.

Erick Shambarger – Alumni in the Spotlight

La Follette alum Erick Shambarger (MPA ’02) was drawn to Wisconsin because of the state’s tradition of government innovation, environmental protection, and professionalism in public service.

Alumni updates – June 2024

Find out which alumni started new positions this summer.

Allison Carlson – Alumni in the Spotlight

La Follette alum Allison Carlson (MPA ’05) is the executive director at Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, where she works to break down barriers to decarbonization for local governments.