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Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes on ways you can engage with the events, research, and more at Weill Hall.
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The Ford School's Alumni Board has given State Senator Stephanie Chang (MPP/MSW '14) the prestigious Neil Staebler Distinguished Service Award, the school's top award for alumni public service. She will be honored on March 6 during a special Policy Talks @ the Ford School event on environmental justice.
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Three Ford School faculty — Gerber, Lantz, and Parthasarathy — have launched open online courses on the future of mobility, data analytics in the public sector using R, and justice and equity in technology policy. Earning a course certificate is free for members of the U-M community through Michigan Online. Auditing the course is free for all learners.
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At an event co-sponsored by Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) chair U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty, Ford School interim dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes spoke to a group of Hill staffers, CBC fellows, and other prospective students. More »
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The Ford School welcomes the newly-elected 2023 alumni board and thanks outgoing members for their service.
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Political scientist Elisabeth Gerber cultivated a multi-year partnership with the Port of Monroe for student applied research projects, leading to new state investment and the port's rebirth as a hub of economic activity. More »
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Giving Blueday!
One day to support what you love about the Ford School. Your gift, no matter the size, will make a difference.
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5th annual Vandenberg Lecture
Join Ambassador Julianne Smith, U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, in conversation with Associate Dean John Ciorciari.
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The Ford School hosted FBI director Christopher Wray in conversation with Associate Dean John Ciorciari and other faculty experts. Covered widely in the media, the event covered domestic terror threats, TikTok, civil liberties, and more. Watch »
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The Center for Local, State and Urban Policy co-hosted a panel of experts who reviewed how Michigan's new commission-drawn redistricting maps played out in the 2022 midterms and lessons for other states. Watch »
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In partnership with the University of Puerto Rico, political scientist Mara Ostfeld created the Public Opinion Lab to build local research infrastructure and give citizens a voice in the policymaking process. More »
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Renowned labor economist Betsey Stevenson's rigorous research and analysis has helped shape policies related to women's labor market experiences and forces that shape the modern family.
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In an essay for Vital City New York, professor David Thacher explores NYC Mayor Eric Adams's recent proposal to use the police to address the mental health crisis in the city.
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Public health expert Paula Lantz recognizes the limitations of direct democracy as a policy strategy for reproductive rights and calls for federal protections, in The Milbank Quarterly. More »
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Racial Justice in Practice workshops in February and March
Alumni near and far can join the Center for Racial Justice for these upcoming workshops:
- Feb. 2-3 for a racial equity impact assessment with Niketa Brar (MPP ‘15) (in person)
- Feb. 17 about decolonizing development with Farah Mahesri (in person)
- Feb. 23 on changemaking from the inside with Gabrielle Wyatt (virtual)
- March 9 on creative practices for authentic community building with
Holly Bass (virtual)
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Calling all alums
Help a Fordie perfect their interview skills. Volunteer to conduct a mock interview with a student.
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