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Ford School opens applications for powerful one year degree program

Oct 25, 2023

Today, the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy opens applications for its Master of Public Affairs (MPA) program—an innovative, powerful one-year degree. The school's MPA combines training in rigorous applied policy analysis with the development...

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Ciorciari discusses the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on US-Iran relations

Oct 24, 2023

In an article for The Conversation, Ford School professor John Ciorciari described how the events unfolding in Israel and Palestine will likely deepen the struggle for influence in the Middle East between the U.S. and Iran. “The long-standing...

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Raimondo addresses labor market changes

Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo addressed labor market challenges in a conversation with Ford School economics professor Betsey Stevenson. She noted the vast number of people and agencies within the Department of Commerce – nearly 47,000...

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Ralph proposes more effective communication for anti-corruption reporting

Oct 22, 2023

In a blog post for Corruption Justice Legitimacy, Alex Ralph, writing instructor and teaching professor at the Ford School, outlined how anti-corruption practitioners and researchers have struggled to communicate most effectively why their work...

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Air pollution a long-term risk for low-income countries' prosperity - Hausman

Oct 22, 2023

Catherine Hausman, associate professor at the Ford School, asserts that air pollution in low-income countries is one major symptom of environmental inequality. In a BBC article, she is quoted and highlights that air pollution will be a long-term...

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DNEP Partner Profile: Jefferson East Inc. fosters growth in five neighborhoods

Oct 18, 2023

The nonprofit organization Jefferson East Inc. grew out of a grassroots effort in the early 1990s to bring retail development to Detroit's Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood. The organization is still working today to support residents and...

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Page selected as Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration

Oct 18, 2023

The Ford School’s Susan D. Page has been selected by the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) for inclusion in its 2023 Class of Academy Fellows, in recognition of her years of public administration service and expertise. Page,...

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Undergraduate workshop prepares students for the future of work

Oct 18, 2023

This October, the Ford School’s Leadership Initiative and Career Services team hosted the second annual Deloitte Future of Work Institute (FoWI). Undergraduate students from the Ford School and the U-M Leadership Certificate program participated in...

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Michigan’s smaller local governments need help accessing state and federal grants

Oct 11, 2023

As unprecedented state and federal funding opportunities have emerged over the past 18 months with the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, Michigan local government leaders have expressed their concern...

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Stevenson salutes her mentor, Economics Nobel Prize winner Claudia Goldin

Oct 10, 2023

Noting that the field of economics is still a male-dominated profession with women comprising only 1 in 8 full professors in 2022, Ford School economics professor Betsey Stevenson hailed the ”revolutionary work” of her mentor and dissertation...

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Michigan Governor Whitmer cites her time at the Ford School

Oct 10, 2023

In an editorial for Education Week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer urges teachers to move to Michigan, promoting what she calls, "a state with a positive vision for public education." She begins the article citing her time and mission when she...

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Inflation and the labor market since 2020: A successful soft landing?

Oct 10, 2023

The threat of inflation seems to be receding and the possibility of a 'soft landing' is improving, according to a panel of economists at the Ford School. Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Economic Policy Brad DeLong, and Ford...

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Ford School’s Ali and Ciorciari warn of escalation after Hamas attack on Israel

Oct 9, 2023

Ford School experts have been commenting on the Hamas attacks on Israel: John Ciorciari is a professor of public policy at the Ford School of Public Policy whose research focuses on international law and politics in the Global South. "The...

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Rabe’s commentary on environment policy focus on EVs and climate action

Oct 9, 2023

The Ford School's professor Barry Rabe has been commenting on the many forces at work as the U.S. moves to tackle climate change, as well as introduce more eclectic vehicle (EV) manufacture and infrastructure. Here is a review of his recent...

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Returning students practice leadership skills

Oct 9, 2023

On an overcast morning in late August, 38 continuing Ford School MPP students gathered in the Dixboro Woods to strategize, communicate, and achieve a shared objective. But it wasn’t to fulfill a consulting project or a problem set. It was part of...

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Michelmore and Pilkauskas discuss the benefits of tax credits

Oct 9, 2023

Over the past few months, Ford School associate professors Katherine Michelmore and Natasha Pilkauskas have been discussing their research and insights on the 2021 Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit in a wide array of outlets. Here...

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Ford School’s Joe Schwarz celebrated as ”Hero of the Game”

Oct 8, 2023

The Ford School’s Joe Schwarz, lecturer in public policy and a longtime public servant and veteran, was hailed as the “Hero of the Game” during Michigan’s home football game against Rutgers. Hero of the Game recognizes “community heroes –...

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Introducing the 2023 David Bohnett Foundation Leadership and Public Service Fellows

Oct 2, 2023

First-year Master’s students, Madison Prinzing (MPP ‘25) and Katrina Wheelan (MPP ‘25) have been selected as the 2023 David Bohnett Foundation Leadership and Public Service Fellows. The Bohnett Fellows receive two years of in-state tuition...

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Weiser Diplomacy Center announces new diplomacy fellows

Oct 2, 2023

The Ford School of Public Policy names 2023 Weiser Diplomacy Center (WDC) Fellows with deep interest in pursuing knowledge and practical policy skills related to diplomacy and foreign affairs: Joanna Bascom, Zakaria Bulus, and Elizaveta Dorofeeva....

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CIERS seminar leads to on-the-ground financial aid research

Oct 2, 2023

“We have great data in Iowa, and we are always interested in working with graduate students to probe it and see what we can learn.” That was an invitation from Meghan Oster (PhD ‘21), who was already working at Iowa College Aid, the state’s...

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Ford School names 2023 Weill Scholars and Weill Youth Policy Fellow

Sep 28, 2023

Six outstanding master’s students have been named as the 2023 Weill Scholars and Weill Youth Policy (YPL) Fellows. Weill Youth Policy Fellow Samuel Owusu (MPP ‘25) and Weill Scholars Winnie Chen (MPP ‘25), Naomi Garcia (MPP ‘25), Nia Knox (MPP ‘25),...

Portraits of (top, left to right) Winnie Chen, Naomi Garcia, Sam Owusu, (bottom, left to right) Nia Knox, Lexie Milukhin, and Farah Pitcher

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Weiser Diplomacy Center continues its practical approach to international affairs

Sep 27, 2023

Four current and former army officers stood before a set of maps on a screen in the Betty Ford auditorium, giving background on the on-going diplomatic standoff in Cyprus. The audience consisted of 24 undergraduate and graduate students from the...

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Bryant named 2023 Gerald R. Ford Presidential Fellow

Sep 27, 2023

Honoring the legacy of President Ford, Kathleen Bryant (MPP ‘25) and previous fellows exemplify the president’s commitment to bipartisan cooperation and civility, community service, and public sector service. Each year, the Gerald R. Ford...

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Lantz launches online course about public policy fundamentals

Sep 25, 2023

A new open online course available on Michigan Online helps learners understand the fundamentals of public policy and how policy can confront societal challenges in social welfare, public health, the environment, education, criminal justice, and...

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Meet our new faculty: Kristina Fullerton Rico

Sep 22, 2023

Kristina Fullerton Rico joins the Ford School as a Predoctoral Fellow at the Center for Racial Justice. Her work focuses on the social and emotional impacts of U.S. immigration policies that lead unauthorized immigrants and their families to endure...

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Ford School names Brooke Tran as 2023 Kohn Scholar

Sep 21, 2023

The Ford School recognizes Brooke H. Tran (MPP ‘25) as the 2023 Kohn Scholar. Tran joins the 2022 Kohn Scholar, Lizett Aguilar (MPP ‘24) in this honor. Kohn Scholars are chosen for their outstanding qualifications and commitment to public service...

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Policy Pitch Competition brings summer internships to life

Sep 21, 2023

A packed Annenberg Auditorium was on edge as 14 BA and MPP students gave enthusiastic renderings of “What I did with my summer” at the 6th Annual Policy Pitch Competition, hosted by Ford School Career Services. They were each given just three...

A group photo of the 6th annual Ford School Policy Pitch Competition participants. (Left to right) Kayla Guillory (MPP ‘24), Eddie Weber (MPP ‘24), Brittney Barros (MPP ‘24), Andrew Freigang (MPP ‘24), Kaei Li (MPP ‘24), Gabriel Sylvan (MPP ‘24), Flor Azul Lorenzo (MPP ‘24), Haley Neuenfeldt (MPP ‘24), Valery Martinez (MPP ‘23), Gerardo Mendez (MPP ‘24), Juan Sandoval (MPP ‘24), Lucas Haymes (MPP ‘25), Akhila Mullapudi (BA ‘25), Isha Khan (BA ‘25), Erica Colaianne, and Travis Radina.

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Center for Racial Justice welcomes 2023-24 visiting fellows cohort!

Sep 18, 2023

The Ford School’s Center for Racial Justice proudly welcomes Dr. Moya Z. Bailey, Dr. Angela S. García, Dr. Clarence Wardell III, and Diane J. Wright as Visiting Fellows for the 2023-24 academic year. The Visiting Fellows Program, the signature...

Portraits of (top left to right) Clarence Wardell, Moya Bailey, (bottom left to right) Diane Wright and Angela Garcia

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Meet our new faculty: Devin Judge-Lord

Sep 14, 2023

Political scientist Devin Judge-Lord focuses on how public pressure campaigns affect agency rulemaking, especially those concerning climate and environmental justice issues. He also researches legislator behavior and capacity, the role of money in...

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Simulation software ViewPoint ready for next chapter after licensing agreement with ed tech firm Summit Venture Studio

Sep 13, 2023

In partnership with CAI, Ford School professor Liz Gerber was able to take an idea scribbled on a napkin and turn it into a powerful simulation tool for teachers and students. Following more than 100 simulations involving more than 4,000 users...