Ford School impact

The research done at the Ford School is rigorous, innovative, and impactful. Our scholars and students build knowledge while also making a real difference in the world. It's an exciting place to be. H. Luke Shaefer, Hermann and Amalie Kohn Professo...

This winter, 12 students stepped into paid consulting roles, working on three projects that support local governments in Michigan and beyond. Morenoff shares what the pilot initiative means for government partners and student professional development...

What’s the public school ROI? Should the state offer transitional kindergarten? Why do eligible college students leave financial aid on the table? The Education Policy Initiative's Michigan Education Data Center helps us understand what work–and why–...

Departments across campus came together on March 27 and 28 for an interdisciplinary weekend focused on public service design – how people, processes, and tools come together to deliver effective government services.