Learn more about the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, one of the nation's top-ranked policy schools. Our Masters in Public Policy program offers rigorous graduate education to policy analysts and public managers, who become well-trained in the analysis of economic, political, and organizational issues. We also offer joint doctoral degrees with the U-M's Sociology, Economics, and Political Science Departments, along with a newly-launched undergraduate liberal arts degree in public policy. Our interdisciplinary faculty - leaders in their fields - are committed to the effective use of the social sciences to understand public problems and contribute to their solution.

In the News

University Record article details potential benefits of the Ford School’s new video library. 11/20/2009. [More]

New research by Brian Jacob shows results are mixed for impact of No Child Left Behind Act. 11/19/2009. [More]

Ford School earns "Silver Level" Green IT Achievement from the University’s Climate Savers Computing Initiative. 11/18/2009. [More]

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Multimedia

[Video Library] [Podcasts]

Budgeting for National Security: How Much Should We Spend? Douglas A. Brook
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U.S. Macroeconomic Policy: Steps Toward Recovery Peter Borish, Charles Evans, Matthew Shapiro & Allen Sinai
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The Role of Urban Food Retail in Detroit's Economic Development and Revitalization Olga Savic Stella, Margaret Garry, Brad Wilson, Dan Carmody and moderator Larissa Larsen
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Health Care Reform: Proposals, Politics, and Prospects John W. Kingdon, Catherine McLaughlin, David Mechanic, and Marianne Udow-Phillips with moderator James House
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Upcoming Events

Beyond Cape Wind: The Challenge of Siting Renewable Energy Facilities Wednesday, December 2, 2009. 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. [Details]

Higher Education and Economic Growth in Michigan: Looking Back and Looking Ahead on the Fifth Anniversary of the Cherry Commission Thursday, December 10, 2009. 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. [Details]

Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy 2010 Commencement Saturday, May 1, 2010. 5:30–7:00 p.m. [Details]

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Course schedules: Winter 2010
Visitation Days for Fall 2009

Research Centers

Center for Public Policy in Diverse Societies
Center for Local, State, and Urban Policy
International Policy Center
National Poverty Center
Nonprofit and Public Management Center
Also housed at the Ford School: UM Center for Ethics in Public Life

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Immigration, Public Policy, & the Skills Debate

Thursday, November 19, 2009. 4:00–5:30 p.m.

This event will feature panelists George Borjas and Gordon Hanson, and will be moderated by Dean Yang. Sponsored by the Center for Public Policy in Diverse Societies.

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First issue of the Ford School's new magazine

Welcome to State & Hill, the magazine of the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. With this new publication, we seek to deepen already strong ties with our alumni, provide a window into the policy research and education we foster, and show how our alumni and friends can continue to be a part of the Ford School mission.

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Alumni Board Elections are open

Please submit your ballot for 6 open seats on the Ford School Alumni Board by November 24. If you did not receive an email ballot, you can request one by emailing Amanda at grazioli@umich.edu.

Where in the world do Ford School grads work?

A Ford School MPP prepares graduates for careers in domestic and international affairs across a wide range of policy areas. Visit our interactive map to read profiles of MPP alums working around the world.

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Check out our new video library

The Ford School's new video library is up and running. The new library allows you to watch, embed, or email videos of the school's public lectures, news videos, and research briefs. You can also listen to podcasts and subscribe to video and audio RSS feeds.

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Employers: Interested in hiring a Ford School grad?

Our MPP/MPA Class of 2010 Resume Books are now available. To request an electronic copy, please click here.

To learn more about the Ford School's Employer Services, visit our site or contact Graduate Career Services at 734-615-9557.

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