MPP students explore Michigan’s state and local government
Each year, approximately 20 percent of Ford School master’s students explore policy at the local or state levels through their required 10-week internship, and this summer was no different....
Introducing our GAs: Rebecca Kelly
Hello! Taking a break from our application tips to introduce our three(!) new Graduate Assistants. Our GAs are essential in...
Workshops help students communicate with clarity and impact
As policy professionals, Ford School graduates will need to expertly convey new ideas, propose policy to higher ups, lead teams toward a shared goal, build support among factions, present data, and…...
Exploring Nanjing’s Fascinating History
The Hopkins-Nanjing Center is fortunate to be located in one of China's most richly historical cities, with important sites in several dynasties and in modern Chinese history. Student Blogger Eric Omorogieva takes us on a tour of his favorite historica......
Thacher studies history to inform today's police reform
Although some may view reducing the harms of policing as a contemporary issue, David Thacher encourages modern reformers to consider the past in the...
Lantz and Young honored with prestigious U-M awards
Ford School professors Paula Lantz and Alford A. Young Jr., were among 29 faculty recognized by the University of Michigan provost for their scholarly contributions, teaching, and service at an…...
Georgia Tech Celebrates the Launch of GTDC in Washington, D.C.
Ossoff emphasized that Georgia Tech is well respected worldwide and plays a key role in research and innovation related to national security, energy, and healthcare and that its students and graduates have much to contribute....
Ford School opens applications for powerful one year degree program
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....
Georgia Tech Experts Shed Light on Israel-Hamas War
As the war unfolds, Tech experts offer their thoughts on what happened, what comes next, and how the U.S. will be involved....
Raimondo addresses labor market changes
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…...
Ciorciari discusses the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on US-Iran relations
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…...