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CIERS: Ben Hansen, University of Michigan Department of Statistics

Aug 20, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Weill Hall, #3240
Open to PhD students and faculty engaged in causal inference in education research, the objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies.
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EPI Speaker Series

Isaac McFarlin, Ford School of Public Policy

Aug 13, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Kevin Stange, Ford School of Public Policy

Jul 30, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Michael Naretta, Michigan State University, The Impact of Layoff Announcements on Teacher Effort

Jul 16, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Centennial Worldwide Ford School Spirit Day

Jul 10, 2014, 12:00 am EDT
Multiple cities
100 years of policy at Michigan. 100 ways to show your Ford School spirit. One fun way? Attend the fourth annual Worldwide Ford School Spirit Day, coming this July to a city near you.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Yang Song, University of Pittsburgh, How Can Low-Performing Schools Catch Up? Evidence from a Top 10% Quota Policy in China

Jul 9, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Eric Chyn, PhD candidate Department of Economics, The Short and Long Run Impact of Public Housing Demolition on Crime, Schooling and Other Outcomes

Jul 2, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Michael Bates, Michigan State University, Public and Private Learning in the Market for Teachers

Jun 18, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Caroline Theoharides, Ford School of Public Policy and Department of Economics

Jun 4, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Major League Fun

May 30, 2014, 5:30-6:30 pm EDT
Nationals Park
A ballpark reception and Washington Nationals game (vs. Texas Rangers) for Ford School alumni and students Reception at 5:30 p.m. First pitch at 7:05 p.m. Reception Room: Roosevelt Conference Room (located between sections 202 and 203) This event is open to all Ford School alumni and students. RSVP below before May 22. About the event: Question: Why did we choose a baseball game for this festive addition to our school's centennial celebrations?  
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Honoring Ned Gramlich and the Importance of Policy Research

May 30, 2014, 8:30 am-5:30 pm EDT
Federal Reserve Board
With generous support from the Trehan Foundation. Join in the conversation with the hashtag #fordschoolgramlich Edward M. (Ned) Gramlich was among the most productive policy economists of his day–a day stretching from the mid-1960s until his death in 2007. In addition to producing academic (often practical) work relevant to dozens of policy issues, he was an accomplished administrator and leader. He was founding dean of the Gerald R.
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Greater Chicagoland alumni and student reception

May 21, 2014, 6:00-8:00 pm EDT
The Kerryman
Network, socialize, and connect with students, alumni, and friends in Chicago from both the Ford School and the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota. Ford School and Humphrey School students will be in town for employer panels and look forward to connecting with alumni in the area at the reception. Appetizers and Cash Bar Alumni and Friends – $10 Current Students – No Cost To register, click here. RSVP by May 13, 2014.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

CIERS: Dan Kreisman, Ford School of Public Policy

May 21, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Presidential Power in the United States: Emerging Research

May 9, 2014, 8:30 am-5:00 pm EDT
Weill Hall
The President of the United States occupies a position of global importance, and the office of the presidency itself has grown in strength within the American political system. Nevertheless, the president and the executive branch often require the cooperation of other branches of government in order to decide upon and enact policy.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

CIERS: Josh Hyman, Ford School of Public Policy

May 7, 2014, 11:30 am-1:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy 2014 Commencement

May 3, 2014, 5:00-6:45 pm EDT
Rackham Auditorium
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. The Charge to the Class will be delivered by U.S. Senator Carl Levin (D-MI). This event is to be web streamed.

2014 Graduation Open House

May 2, 2014, 3:00-5:00 pm EDT
Students, family, and friends are invited to meet the faculty and staff of the Ford School and tour the classrooms, public spaces, and suites of Weill Hall, which opened its doors in 2006! Throughout the open house, attendees will find:
Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Jonathan Guryan, Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University

Apr 30, 2014, 8:30-10:00 am EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

CIERS: Jason Kerwin and Rebecca Thornton, Department of Economics

Apr 23, 2014, 8:30-10:00 am EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Harry A. and Margaret D. Towsley Foundation Lecture Series, Policy Talks @ the Ford School

Khmer Rouge Trials: Serving to End or Compound Cambodia's Culture of Impunity?

Apr 21, 2014, 4:00-5:30 pm EDT
Weill Hall
About the event In a conversation moderated by Susan Waltz, Margo Picken and John Ciorciari will discuss the positive and negative effects of the UN-backed Khmer Rouge trials that began several years ago in "extraordinary chambers" of the courts of Cambodia. Will they bring "closure" to the country's dark past?
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Crisis in South Sudan: Exploring the Role of Student Engagement in International Conflict

Apr 18, 2014, 1:00-3:00 pm EDT
Hutchins Hall
Featured Panelists: John Ryle, Co-founder and Executive Director of Rift Valley Institute, Legrand Ramsey Professor of Anthropology at Bard College Emmanuel Yoanes Akol Ajawin, South Sudanese Diplomat at United Nations Jacob Atem, Founder of South Sudan Health Care Organization, featured on BBC, New York Times, and USA Today's coverage of South Sudan conflict Robecca Thor, Alliance for South Sudanese in Diaspora, Acting Director of DC office Benaiah Yongo-Bure, Kettering University, Associate Professor of Social Science, widely publicized on So
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SpringFest - MUSIC Matters

Apr 17, 2014, 10:00 am-6:00 pm EDT
SpringFest is a day of festivities that is capped off with the annual MUSIC Matters concert. This year, SpringFest will be modeled after the South by Southwest festival in Austin, TX. The festivities will showcase the best of the University of Michigan and will feature a mash-up of student groups from the innovation, arts, sustainability, music and social justice communities on campus.
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CLOSUP Lecture Series

Ann Arbor 2014 Mayoral Candidates Town Hall

Apr 16, 2014, 1:15-2:30 pm EDT
Weill Hall, Annenberg Auditorium
The event is free and open to the public. Scroll to the bottom of this page for the event video. About the event The students of Ford School's Public Policy 456/756 class, along with their instructor and current Ann Arbor Mayor John Hieftje, have organized a Town Hall gathering of the four Ann Arbor 2014 Mayoral candidates to take place on Wednesday April 16 from 1:10pm-2:30pm in Annenberg Auditorium of the Gerald R.
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Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

CIERS: Luca Facchinello, PhD candidate Stockholm School of Economics

Apr 16, 2014, 8:30-10:00 am EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 3rd Floor
About CIERS The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies. This seminar provides a space for doctoral students and faculty from the School of Education, Ford School of Public Policy, and the Departments of Economics, Sociology, Statistics, and Political Science to discuss current research and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
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Armed with Expertise: The Militarization of American Social Research during the Cold War

Apr 14, 2014, 4:00-5:00 pm EDT
Weill Hall
Free and open to the public. Reception and book signing to follow. About the book Armed with Expertise: The Militarization of American Social Research during the Cold War During the height of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Pentagon launched a controversial counterinsurgency program called the Human Terrain System. The program embedded social scientists within military units to provide commanders with information about the cultures and grievances of local populations. Yet the controversy it inspired was not new.
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Citi Foundation Lecture, Policy Talks @ the Ford School

Inequality in America

Apr 10, 2014, 4:00-5:30 pm EDT
Rackham Auditorium
Rebecca Blank will deliver the Citi Foundation Policy Talks @ the Ford School keynote of the two-day Poverty, Policy, and People: 25 Years of Research and Training at the University of Michigan.
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Human Security Series

Understanding Political Violence in 1994 Rwanda

Apr 10, 2014, 8:30 am-5:00 pm EDT
Michigan League, Koessler Room
Free and open to the public. About the event: 20 years have passed since the political violence in Rwanda occurred touching the lives of millions as victims, perpetrators, bystanders and refugees. While there has been a reasonable amount of attention given to the topic, there have been only a few rigorous efforts put forward to understand what took place. Interestingly, the understanding of what took place has shifted in certain respects from the earlier investigations.
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