Turner guides people toward solutions
Helping people who face complex situations make sense of how to arrive at solutions is at the core of 2008 alum Andrew J. Turner’s philosophy. Read more ...
Carlson assists implementation of Wisconsin policy
As a specialist in economic development, workforce development, and energy issues, Nina Carlson supports Wisconsin’s governor in the implementation of policies that address public needs. Read more ...
Sparkman serves as president of police, fire commission
As alum Wes Sparkman presides over the city of Madison’s (Wisconsin) Police and Fire Commission, he finds his training in public personnel administration comes to mind as the commission considers promotions and disciplinary actions. Read more ...
Attorney recognized for leadership, expertise on bankruptcy
Since graduating from the La Follette Institute of Public Affairs in 1990 with a joint degree in law, Timothy F. Nixon has earned a reputation for his leadership and knowledge of bankruptcy law. Read more ...
Academic explores management, household structure
1996 alum and Georgetown University public policy professor Carolyn Hill has published two volumes, In Against the Tide: Household Structure, Opportunities, and Outcomes among White and Minority Youth and Public Management: A Three-Dimensional Approach. Read more ...
Alum serves as international trade consultant
1980 alum Anthony Carroll has served since 1995 as vice president and managing director of Manchester Trade Ltd., is one of Washington, D.C.’s premier international trade and business consulting groups. Read more ...
'09 grad returns to New York City as education analyst
Holly Bedwell is delighted to be confronted with child abuse, homelessness, and school suspensions and attendance problems — and to be back in Brooklyn after four years in Wisconsin. Read more ...
’09 grad turns to crafting education programs
Figuring out how to pay for college can be enough of a challenge for a high school student, but covering the costs for every graduate from all of a district’s high schools could seem insurmountable — or an exciting opportunity. Read more ...
’09 grad wins Fulbright to study policy, sex-trafficking in Nepal
Sex trafficking and public policy is the focus of research 2009 graduate Emma Condon will carry out in Nepal during the 2009-2010 academic year. Winner of a Fulbright Institute of International Education fellowship for the 2009-10 school year, she leaves for Nepal in September. Read more ...
Grad starts family development consulting business
1995 alum Jeanine Hunkele Knapp has launched One Sand Grain Family Consulting in Appleton, Wisconsin. The organization is devoted to The Nurtured Heart Approach for enhancing relationships in families to support success and positive choices. "After my work to help start the Appleton Public Montessori charter school and other educational and family development efforts, moving into the consulting arena is a perfect fit," Hunkele Knapp says. Read more ...