Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
The rate of development for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies that could be critical tools to combat climate change is in line with similar technologies over the last century but outpaced by policy targets and industry projections.
By using advanced epigenetic aging techniques and new data from older adults, a team of researchers found that being deprived of a nurturing childhood environment is associated with accelerated biological aging at older ages.
Jennifer Abele (MPA ’01) has served Milwaukee in many leadership roles, including as leader of the Milwaukee Water Works and chief partnership officer for UW–Milwaukee.
Students, faculty, and staff met with La Follette alum Wesley Sparkman (MPA ’00) to discuss how to address racial, gender, and disability disparities.
Terrell was placed within the Montgomery County Department of Transportation Office of the Director and tasked with providing an original policy report for the Montgomery County Council.
The program provides students with a unique opportunity to fast-track their education, acquire professional skills, and begin a career in public policy.
La Follette School graduate students Awa Maïga and Dorcas Donkoh helped organize a community event for students from African counties.
In law firms, community health organizations, the State Department, and beyond, our alumni are sought for their expertise. See where several alumni started new positions recently.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2023 CONTACT: Tommy Jaime, 608-265-6175, tjaime@lafollette.wisc.edu As policymakers, researchers and climate activists from around the world prepare to meet for the UN Climate Change Conference beginning on November 30, 2023, one lingering question is if climate technology is developing and scaling quickly enough to meet the demands of the Paris …
This annual award recognizes an outstanding La Follette School student who plans to pursue a career in the health sector.