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Who we areThe Ford School at the University of Michigan is a top-ranked public policy school dedicated to the public good. The school inspires and prepares diverse leaders grounded in service, conducts transformational research, and collaborates on...
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The Ford School at the University of Michigan is a community dedicated to the public good. We inspire and prepare diverse leaders grounded in service, conduct transformational research, and collaborate on evidence-based policymaking to take on our...
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Watkins-Hayes recommended new dean of Ford School

Jun 2, 2023
Celeste M. Watkins-Hayes, interim dean of the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy and a scholar known for her research on the organizational implementation of social policy and societal safety nets, has been recommended as the school’s next Joan...
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Giving Blueday: Record-setting day of giving

Apr 12, 2023
On March 15, the Ford School community raised the bar once again for the number of donors in a single day, garnering more than $43,000 for student support. It was part of U-M’s Giving Blueday celebration, a day devoted to philanthropy for U-M causes...
A close-up photo of the entrance to Weill Hall, with "Joan and Sanford Weill Hall" etched into the stone and light reflecting off the large glass windows
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion fall 2022 update

Oct 10, 2022
Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes, DEI Officer Stephanie Sanders, and Associate DEI Officer Dominique Adams-Santos provide an update on how the Ford School is examining, learning, and connecting with our community to further Diversity, Equity, and...
Illustration of roadways, with the Ford School logo and text that says "Building our on-ramp to DEI 2.0"
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Ford School commencement ceremony to be held at Elbel Field

Mar 3, 2022
The Ford School will be celebrating the graduating Classes of 2022 on Saturday, April 30 at 4:30 p.m. at an outdoor commencement ceremony at the iconic Elbel Field. Just down the road from Weill Hall at the corner of S. Division and Hill, Elbel...
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Ford School faculty honored in 2021

Dec 16, 2021
Ford School faculty are experts in poverty and inequality, trade and economic development, health policy, energy policy, and more. In the past year they have been recognized for their outstanding scholarship, excellent teaching, and policy...
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Sutphen, Farrell add deep expertise to Ford School Committee

Dec 3, 2021
Adding to our talented and distinguished Ford School Committee, we are pleased to welcome two new members to the school’s external advisory group. David Sutphen, the chief strategy and engagement officer for the online learning platform 2U, and...
Photos of David Sutphen and Diana Farrell
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Democracy & Debate project to continue through 2021-22

Oct 18, 2021
At a time when democratic institutions are under pressure and the University of Michigan community is looking to engage, U-M will continue Democracy & Debate, its university-wide collaboration on democratic engagement, through the 2021-22 academic...
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Marco Ramirez named inaugural Kohn Scholar

Oct 4, 2021
Marco Ramirez (MPP ‘23) has been named as the inaugural Kohn Scholar. He was chosen for his outstanding qualifications and his promise for future leadership in the field of social policy. Ramirez believes health policy is the best vehicle to...
Marco Ramirez
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Ford School research center websites get a fresh new look

Aug 27, 2021
Seven of the Ford School’s dynamic research centers have launched new websites. Building on the Ford School’s own modern web design and technical capabilities, the new websites convey the energy and innovation of each center. Participating research...
Teaser image with screencaps of research center website homepages cascaded artfully across the board, each increasing in scale
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New Ford School faculty add depth in key areas

Aug 25, 2021
This fall, the Ford School welcomes several new faculty with expertise in education and social policy, national security, and racial justice, and who will help build students’ leadership and negotiation skills. In addition, visiting faculty with...
A grid of 10 headshots. Row 1: Morela Hernandez, Katherine Michelmore, Javed Ali, Attia Qureshi, and Dominique Adams-Santos; Row 2: Abdul El-Sayed, Hardy Vieux, Amb. Dan Shields, Carol Giacomo, and Shannon Farrell
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While students were away... updates to Weill Hall

Aug 23, 2021
When the Ford School welcomes students to campus for the fall 2021 semester, we’ll be excited to show off some notable improvements to Weill Hall. “We’ve made some renovations that we hope create a more inclusive space for our community, and...
Photo of the Ford School's student lounge, with table and bench seating abutting a blue wall with mirrors.
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Ford staff honored with 2021 staff recognition awards

Jun 16, 2021
Congratulations to Christie Baer, Avery Moje, and Rebecca Cohen for receiving the 2021 Staff Recognition Award. Baer, Moje, and Cohen exemplify high standards of professionalism and have made meaningful contributions to the Ford School.  Baer is...
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The Last Word: Sanders on diversity, equity, and inclusion 

Jun 10, 2021
This spring, the Ford School finishes the implementation of our 5-year strategic plan for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), launched in 2016 in concert with a University-wide set of coordinated DEI plans. This summer we will develop strategic...
Stephanie Sanders
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Record-setting day of giving for the Ford School

Apr 23, 2021
On March 10, the Ford School set a record for the most gifts made to the school in a single day. It was part of U-M’s Giving Blue Day celebration, a day devoted to philanthropy for U-M causes that people love most. Through emails, video, and...
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Ford School recognized again as the #1 program in social policy

Mar 30, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan is recognized again as one of America’s top graduate programs in public affairs, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. According to the rankings, based...
Weill Hall from the south
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Statement from Dean Barr regarding Regent Weiser

Mar 28, 2021
Regent Weiser's statements regarding three of Michigan's top elected leaders and two of Michigan's Congressional representatives do not reflect the values of the University, as President Schlissel has stated.   His statements are also...
Michael Barr