This discussion will analyze the well-being and neglect of police officers, which affects their decision-making and mental health in a vicious cycle, and possible solutions to the issue. November, 2021.
Professor of Economics and Law James Hines discusses the most sensible way to pay for the federal government, noting that the answer lies largely in higher tax rates, not in the many popularly-discussed alternatives. November, 2021.
Amy Lindholm, Michigan State Friend of the Court Bureau, shares her journey, what led her to dedicate her life to public service, and the skills that helped her to become uccessful. November, 2021.
Phillip Schermer, the Founder and CEO of Project Healthy Minds, a millennial/Gen Z-driven non-profit startup focuses on tackling one of the defining issues of our generation: the growing mental health crisis. October, 2021.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, talks global public health and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic response. October, 2021.
This webinar analyzes the testimony the Commission has received from citizens and Communities of Interest about their mapping preferences, a discussion of the timeline for creating final maps, and useful tips for the public. September, 2021.
Ford School students are invited to join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Nicole Wells Stallworth, Oakland University Assistant Vice President for Government & Community Relations.
Ali M. Berri (MPP ‘21), Stacy Dean (MPP '92), Portia Hemphill (PhD '15), and Alberto Rodriguez (MPA/MA '93) highlight the work of Ford School alumni during the pandemic and their leadership across a variety of policy areas. July, 2021.
Ford School students are invited to join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Erinn Harris, Lead Project Manager for the Detroit Department of Neighborhoods.
Ford School students are invited to join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Neil Canfield, U-M Director of Federal Relations, Washington, DC.
Ford School students are invited to join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Justin Hodge, Washtenaw County Commissioner and U-M clinical assistant professor of social work.
Ford School students are invited to join the Program in Practical Policy Engagement for a discussion with Michigan State Representative Mari Manoogian.
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, Library and Museum, and the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy invite you to watch a virtual book talk with General Jim Mattis, U.S. Marines (ret) & 26th U.S.
Join us for a discussion on health policy and the future of the Affordable Care Act with Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (D-IL) and Paula Lantz, associate dean of the Ford School and J
Learn how to participate in the process of drawing the new district maps in Michigan, the role of "communities of interest", and how to engage with the new Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission in the redistricting process.
Representatives Elissa Slotkin (D-MI 8th District) and Peter Meijer (R-MI 3rd District) talk about the challenging Congressional session and find common ground to tackle the urgent problems facing the United States. February 2021.
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.
League of Conservation Voters (LCV) senior staff will discuss the steps to be an effective advocate and provide examples used by LCV during some of their successful campaigns.
Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers, and Ford School Dean Michael S. Barr, discuss some of the unprecedented economic challenges facing global leaders today.
As the coronavirus continues to spread and companies encourage their employees to work from home or take time off to flatten the curve, #PovertySolutions Director Luke
