Eric Beinhart of the U.S. Department of Justice will discuss approaches to police reform in societies affected by conflict and ways to bridge the divide between formal law enforcement and traditional community governance structures in areas where state institutions have lacked capacity and/or legitimacy.
We invite Ford School students to join us for a conversation with Ambassador Joseph Yun on Biden administration's policy options with respect to North Korea. Yun is a senior advisor to the Asia Program at USIP and one of the nation’s leading experts on relations with North Korea.
Graduate students from more than 80 universities around Americas, Middle East, Africa and Europe will address pandemic in virtual NASPAA-Batten student simulation competition developed by the Center for Leadership Simulation and Gaming.
Join the Science, Technology, and Public Policy program for a discussion with Melvin Washington (MPP '18). This alumni webinar is open to all Ford School students.
Join us for the Alumni in Residence conversation with Nicole Shepardson (MPP '01), policy team leader and senior protection policy officer in the Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration at the U.S. Department of State.
Join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Ja'Bree J.A. Harris, Civic Engagement Manager for Detroit Action, where he has the opportunity to engage in the political process to craft policy to fight injustice and promote equity.
Public Policy and Institutional Discrimination Series
As part of the Public Policy and Institutional Discrimination Discussion Series, faculty discussant, Earl Lewis, will share knowledge and ideas about history, reparations and policy.
Join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Nick Colvin, an experienced government, real estate, economic development, and public law attorney with a background working in local, state and federal government.
Are you an undergraduate planning to apply to the Ford School this semester? Register to meet with a current Ford School undergraduate who will review and offer feedback on your essays and resume.
The faculty and staff of the Ford School are back at work after the holiday break, looking forward to welcoming our students back and getting started on the winter 2021 semester.
Join us for a special session with Dean Barr. Hear about his priorities for the school and what he’s most excited about for the upcoming year. Student Academic Services will also be on hand to answer any last minute application questions.
With professional, personalized career services and a powerful, deeply committed alumni network, the Ford School helps students achieve their career goals.
Join your fellow Fordies on Monday, December 14th to break down the December 12th, U-M v. OSU game's plays. Open to all Ford School staff, faculty, and students: check your email for Zoom link.
In this session, learn about the wide range of opportunities for students to engage with real-world policy issues in the classroom and through research, activities, and workshops.
Join your fellow Fordies on Monday, December 7th to break down the December 5th, U-M v. Maryland game's plays. Open to all Ford School staff, faculty, and students: check your email for Zoom link.
Learn about opportunities to practice social science research and quantitative analysis skills in and out of the classroom and how they provide a toolbox of research, analytical, and management skills that are highly transferable across sectors and issue areas.
Join Casey Sullens and selected members of the staff wellness committee, as well as your fellow Fordies to discuss your favorite winter activities/holiday traditions, the concept of cozy, and ways to beat those winter blues. Check your email for the Zoom link.
The Ford School Community Building Committee welcomes you and your fellow Fordies on Monday, November 30th to break down the November 28th, U-M v. Penn State game's plays. Open to all Ford School staff, faculty, and students: check your email for Zoom link.
Join your fellow Fordies on Monday, November 23rd to break down the November 21st, U-M v. Rutgers game's plays. Open to all Ford School staff, faculty, and students: check your email for Zoom link.
Join the Ford School’s associate deans to learn how a Ford School master’s degree can help you make an impact on the public good at this critical time.
Women represent just 15% of Michigan's local chief administrative officers. Although women continue to be underrepresented as municipal managers, there is a growing contingent of dedicated women serving their communities and challenging the status quo in local government.
Join your fellow Fordies on Monday, November 16th to break down the November 14th, U-M v. Wisconsin game's plays. Open to all Ford School staff, faculty, and students: check your email for Zoom link.
Prospective and current students: learn more about the community, classes, and extracurricular activities. Ask your questions and connect with Ford School alumni.