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February 18, 2021
The Briefing
News for friends of the
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

Message from the dean

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Hope for the new year, Hampshire takes senior post with the Transportation Department, six new Alumni Board members seated, and more.
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New senior faculty hire Morela Hernandez expands school’s leadership and diversity expertise

Currently with the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, organizational psychologist Morela Hernandez is an internationally recognized scholar with deep expertise in applying behavioral science insights to design and improve organizational systems and decision-making practice. More »

 
   


Top news

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Levitsky gift supports student internships

With a generous gift from Ambassador Melvyn Levitsky, the Ford School will establish the Joan Levitsky Internship Fund, which will support graduate internships in international affairs.
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Alumni Board election results

Six dynamic, engaged alumni were elected to a three-year term. They will help increase the visibility of the Ford School and support our students.
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Alumni: New year. new job?

Update your contact information. More »

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Faculty recommendations for the Biden Administration

Memos address: vaccine distribution, Child Tax Credits, state and local support, domestic terrorism, federal agency performance, and restoring American foreign policy credibility. More »

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Meet new faculty expert Celeste Watkins-Hayes

Celeste Watkins-Hayes discusses her people-centered research approach and her new book, Remaking a Life: How Women Living with HIV/AIDS Confront Inequality. More »

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Paul Courant to deliver key U-M lecture on March 2

Last year, Paul Courant was awarded the U-M’s top honor, a Distinguished University Professorship. Tune in to watch him deliver his inaugural talk.
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Feb
23

Coach John Beilein on the team in leadership
Professor Paula Lantz hosts as Michigan basketball coaching great John Beilein discusses the importance of teams in leadership.

Feb
25

Campaign finance: Does money in politics matter?
Alumni and students are invited to join Rick Hall for an engaging breakout session following his talk.

Mar
17

Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom
Celeste Watkins-Hayes hosts Macarthur Award winner Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom, to discuss race, gender, inequality, access, and more.

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Views at the Ford School

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U.S. Representatives Meijer and Slotkin discuss critical issues from across the aisle. Watch »

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Kaitlin Raimi applies a psychological lens to understand how communication about climate change can alter behavior. Listen »

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Research and Engagement

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Improving antiretroviral therapy in Mozambique

With a new grant from the African Social Research Initiative, Dean Yang will research how to remove barriers and improve HIV interventions in Mozambique. More »

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Employer Resource Networks support low-wage workers

Luke Shaefer and Joshua Rivera (MPP ‘17) co-author paper for the American Enterprise Institute that compares models for employee retention, training, and support. More »

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Global insights on financial inclusion

A new dataset from the Center on Finance, Law, and Policy will help central banks create more financial inclusion in economies across the world. More »

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Robert Hampshire joins Biden Administration in Department of Transportation

Ann Lin leads virtual Integrated Policy Exercise addressing climate change, migration, and international cooperation

Earl Lewis will explore reparations to promote racial justice for African American and Native American communities




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Mark your calendars!

Mark your calendars for Giving Blueday 2021: Wednesday, March 10. Keep an eye on your inbox for an exciting challenge to help support Ford School students!

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