Videos

This talk is a part of the Real World Perspectives on Poverty Solutions Speaker Series which introduces key issues regarding the causes and consequences of poverty through an in-person lecture series featuring experts in policy and practice from a

Paula Lantz, James B. Hudak Professor of Health Policy, discusses what public policy is and why it matters.

The Weiser Diplomacy Center and the American Academy of Diplomacy will co-host a discussion with four former senior diplomats with deep experience in Latin America to explore opportunities and challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean.

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo will reflect on economic growth, innovation, and American competitiveness in conversation with Professor Betsey Stevenson. September, 2023.

Shobita Parthasarathy examines how inequity and injustice can become embedded in technology, science, and associated policies.

Welcome! Hear from Ford School Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes, Associate Dean Jeff Morenoff, and Associate Dean Jenna Bednar about what our community is looking forward to this academic year.

The University of Michigan Office of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has embedded therapists in schools and colleges across the Ann Arbor campus to improve mental health and wellness.

Watch how alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of the Ford School of Public Policy celebrated Spirit Day!

Mara Ostfeld and Judge Laurel Beatty Blunt discuss the legal, social, and political implications of the two cases about the consideration of race in college admissions.

Let’s connect as a community—one dedicated to the public good - to celebrate our #FordSpirit at the 13th annual Worldwide Ford School Spirit Day! 

The Ford School is proud to celebrate the achievements of the graduating classes of 2023! 

Congratulations to the Ford School class of 2023. Enjoy our slideshow of memories from the 2022-2023 Ford School academic year. April, 2023.

The Ford School is recognized again as one of America’s top graduate programs in public affairs, ranked 4th in the U.S. according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. April, 2023.

The Ford School hosts an event as part of the long-awaited book tour for Richard Norton Smith's An Ordinary Man: The Surprising Life and Historic Presidency of Gerald R. Ford, with Richard Norton Smith and Hank Meijer.

Watch as Elkharssa (BA '24) learns she won the prestigious fellowship with a surprise visit by Dean Celeste Watkins-Hayes during class. April, 2023. 

Patrick Wimberly and Theodore Jones join the Ford School in conversation with DeAndre Cavert, P3E community engagemen manager. April, 2023.

Luke Shaefer, director of Poverty Solutions and associate dean for academic affairs, explains what he likes about the Ford School. April, 2023.

Olivia Bradish (BA '23) offers a tour of Weill Hall.

JJ Prescott will discuss three of his recent papers supporting banning non-competition agreements in employment contracts, including the use and impact of noncompetes on employees, the role of noncompetes in employee mobility, and the subjective b

Over the past few decades, Arab Americans have been at the forefront of news cycles and policy discussions. April, 2023.

Learn how the Ford School’s Career Services team and the Leadership Initiative accelerate career development, support internship and job searches, and prepare students to be leaders in public service. April, 2023.

The Fords School welcomes you for spring. March, 2023.

Ford School faculty discuss classes and life at the Ford School. March, 2023.

Discover graduate career opportunities at the Ford School. March, 2023.

Ford School alumni share their experiences and perspectives on the Ford School. March, 2023.

Juli Adhikari (MPP ‘24), a student with a background in political science and government, talks about why she chose the Ford School and why future students should as well.

The Ford School is pleased to present Ambassador Julianne Smith for the 5th annual Arthur Vandenberg Lecture. March, 2023.

Sheriff Almakki (MPP ‘24), a biochemist interested in national security, describes his career pivot and path to the Ford School.

Prior to the March 8 public event alongside CNN anchor Chris Wallace, Governor Gretchen Whitmer spoke with a small group of Ford School students about policy challenges and opportunities in Michigan and beyond. Learn more about the event and

This is the Instagram Story we made covering the 16th annual Gramlich Showcase of Student Work.