Our alumni have been sharing their policy expertise in articles, presentations, and new roles.
Board of Visitors spotlight: Michael Youngman
Michael Youngman (MA ’82) is a retired executive officer of Northwestern Mutual. As vice president of government relations, Youngman oversaw legislative and regulatory matters at the federal, state, and local levels.
144 alumni and friends support students on Day of the Badger
For the third year in a row, La Follette School alumni and friends rallied to support students during Day of the Badger.
Photo gallery: Tamara Keith visit and Alumni & Friends Reception
NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith served as the school’s spring 2023 Public Affairs Journalist in residence and gave a public presentation after the annual Alumni and Friends reception.
2023 Kohl Competition winners announced
The Kohl Competition supports nonpartisan research that policymakers can use to make evidence-based decisions when shaping public policy.
Hammersmith and Pearson selected as finalists by Presidential Management Fellows program
MPA student Ariana Hammersmith and La Follette School alum Ian Pearson (MPA ’22) were both selected as finalists by the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) program, the federal government’s flagship leadership development program.
Six new staff members join the La Follette School
The La Follette School has recently welcomed several new staff members.
Day of the Badger challenge to support students from underrepresented groups
On March 28 and 29, La Follette School alumni and friends can help the school unlock $20,000 while supporting students.
Capstone project helps Outrider Foundation investigate oceanic nuclear waste
A first-of-its-kind project conducted by La Follette students helped inform an Outrider Foundation investigation that looked at radioactive materials littering the Arctic seas.
Leadership seminar brings together women leaders in government
The La Follette School and Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) assembled women leaders and La Follette faculty members to discuss leadership in public service, providing techniques for rising leaders to use in their careers during the annual WWIG Leadership Seminar.