In the News

A new paper by Susan Dynarski, “The Lengthening of Childhood,” has received attention from a number of media outlets. 8/7/08 [Read more.]

New U-M Center for Ethics in Public Life Website Launched Today. 7/30/2008. [Visit the new website]

Sheldon Danziger testifies at a hearing held by the Subcommittee on Income Security and Family Support, U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means, “Establishing a Modern Poverty Measure.” 7/17/2008. [Read testimony]

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Multimedia

Renewable Energy and Competition. Watch the video. ram document Listen to the audio. mp3 document [Details]

The Czech Republic in the Beginning of the 21st Century. Martin Palous, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Czech Republic to the United Nations; Towsley Foundation Policymaker in Residence, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. Listen to the audio. mp3 document Watch the video. ram document [Details]

The Politics of Health Care Reform. Dr. Gail Wilensky Listen to the audio. mp3 document [Details]

Research in Action
Short video clips present Ford School faculty members discussing their recent research and policy activities.

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Upcoming Events

The Medium Is Not the Message September 10, 2008. 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Reception to follow. [Details]

CICS 2008 Human Rights Lecture
Just What IS a Human Rights Problem?: Changing Times and Changing Views. September 30, 2008. 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. [Details]

Through a Soldier's Eyes: How the U.S. Army Prepares Personnel and Their Families for Deployment. October 15, 2008. 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. [Details]

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National Poverty Center
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What can I do with a graduate degree in public policy?

Ford School Grads and Interns at Work in the World: a new online map feature that lets users read what alumni and students have to say about their work experiences and about the preparation provided by their Ford School education.

Tom Phillips

New podcast focuses on careers in public policy: subscribe to podcast to learn more about careers in public policy and get an insider's look at how the Ford School produces well-trained graduates for first-class careers. Hosted by Assistant Director of Graduate Career Services, Tom Phillips.