Katie Simaz, MPA-MS URPL
"I was drawn to La Follette for the opportunity to study in two really excellent master programs."
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
"I was drawn to La Follette for the opportunity to study in two really excellent master programs."
"Ultimately, I aspire to build a career in government, and I am open to opportunities at both the state and federal levels."
"I have appreciated the opportunity to dive into long-term projects at La Follette, particularly in Policy Analysis, Cost-Benefit Analysis, and the Capstone."
"The most rewarding experience of this program is the ability to work on client projects that have real impacts..."
In this report, La Follette students conduct a cost-benefit analysis of emergency medical services for Wisconsin rural municipalities.
In this report, La Follette students conduct a cost-benefit analysis of conservation tax exonerations in coastal Ecuador.
"I felt the 5+1 program was a way to fine-tune my skills while at the same time transitioning from political work to evidence-based policy research to better prepare me for meaningful work in public service."
In this report, La Follette students conduct a cost-benefit analysis on eDNA technology for invasive species detection.
In this report, La Follette students conduct a cost-benefit analysis on the Wisconsin HIV Drug Assistance Program.
Upcoming spring events feature speakers focused on civil dialogue and finding common ground, including Gov. Mitch Daniels, Greg Lukianoff, and Michael Barbaro.