Sam Wood, MPA

"I am already seeing the payoff of building these quantitative foundations which provide me with a stronger analytical skillset when evaluating policy."

Ethan Dickler, MPA ’23

"Since starting at the Reference Bureau, I have only grown in my appreciation for the Wisconsin Idea and see the La Follette School as part of that original mission."

Gillian Giglierano, MPA ’23

"Having the flexibility to dig into topics that interested me as I grew each semester was very rewarding."

Celebrated teacher and cost-benefit analysis scholar, David Weimer, retires

Professor David Weimer taught hundreds of students at the La Follette School and inspired countless others through his pioneering research in the field of cost-benefit analysis.

Sarah Koker receives 2025-26 Brenton Health Policy Scholarship

The annual scholarship recognizes an exceptional student who is passionate about health policy.

Former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels shares insights from a career in policy, higher ed, and business

During his visit to campus for the La Follette School's Spring Spotlight, former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels met with students and headlined a public event.

Abby Buschette, MIPA

"I was drawn to La Follette because of its small class size, focus on quantitative skills, and location."

Carolina Sanchez, MIPA

"I was interested in La Follette because of the MIPA program in particular. I knew I wanted to focus on policy, but from an international perspective."

Love stories from La Follette

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we're looking back at just a few examples of love stories built at La Follette.

With a gift honoring Sen. Herb Kohl’s legacy, Music Hall to be renamed and serve as future home of La Follette School

The gift from Herb Kohl Philanthropies, totaling $30 million, dedicates $10 million to support ongoing programming and $20 million for building renovations.