Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
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A community dedicated to the public good at the world-class @UMich. Leaders rooted in service, policy grounded in evidence. #GoBlue 〽️
Ann Arbor, MI
Joined April 2009
Have questions about our residential MPP program? 🤔 Visit Elizabeth (MPP '26) during her virtual office hours to get the student perspective on life as a Fordie, ranging from her job in the Ford School to her concentration! Schedule an appointment now: https://t.co/YJ94JH8FKV
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Ben Green unpacks why conversations around data centers have suddenly become so prevalent in Michigan with @michigan_public Radio. Listen now:
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Wondering why data centers are suddenly everywhere in the news? We’ll break it down. Plus, why the backlash isn’t falling along the usual party lines and what Michigan can learn from how voters in...
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We're grateful for you, Fordies 💙 〽️ During the inaugural Week of Gratitude, our students connected with fellow Fordies to express their gratitude and gain a greater understanding of the role that outside support has played in their Ford School experience.
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Join us for a celebration of YOU, winter graduates! ❄️ Come to the Meijer Lounge on Monday, 12/8 for: 👕 Swag, 🍿 Snacks, 🤝 Faculty connections, 📷 and a group photo! (arrive at 9:45) RSVP to Elizabeth Johnston by December 5 if you plan to attend!
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Molly Kleinman discusses the impact of AI data centers on local communities, including heated wastewater on ecosystems, diesel pollution, and effects on clean energy goals. Read about these impacts and more in a @MichiganAdvance story:
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As tax incentives have marked Michigan open for business on data centers, an influx of proposals has drawn frustration and concern from residents across the state as landowners and local officials...
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ICYMI: Nicole Wagner discusses the Michigan FY25 education budget and its successes and drawbacks with The Michigan Daily Read the full story here:
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Michigan's delayed education budget provides the largest source of funding for the state's public education system.
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Happy cookie day! 🍪 Thank you to the faculty and staff who brought our students treats to celebrate the end of the fall semester! Students, we hope you stopped by the SAS office to celebrate our sweetest tradition!
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Your gift will connect future policy students to the guidance that helped Lauren (MPP ‘26) learn more about herself and her policy area. Help prepare our students for their careers and lives, and make real, positive change. Donate now: https://t.co/x0xe0VN9zF
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Your gift makes an impact on them, so they can make an impact on the world 🤝 Join community members from around the globe for a day of giving to support the next generation of policy experts, helping real students achieve their real goals. Donate now: https://t.co/x0xe0VN9zF
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Undergrads! Are you seeking a community committed to the public good? Talk to Kada (B.A. '26) during her virtual office hours about what a B.A. in Public Policy can do for you! Details: https://t.co/YJ94JH8FKV
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Support our Leadership Initiative! 🤝💙 The Leadership Initiative offers programs to help our students make a positive impact on organizations, communities, and the people around them. Contribute today: https://t.co/x0xe0VN9zF
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Your contribution helps students like Hasan (MPP/MA ‘26) have a guide while they’re in the Ford School so that they can work towards the public good outside of it. Support students like Abu Hasan today on #givingtuesday: https://t.co/x0xe0VN9zF
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New @STPP_UM report explores implications of scaling up small modular reactors & advanced nuclear tech. It offers policy guidance on responsible governance to harness this reliable, carbon-free energy source—to maximize public benefit & minimize harm: https://t.co/KFKzk01MqU
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University of Michigan researchers call for policies to ensure that small modular reactors serve the public interest without creating and worsening familiar problems.
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We will be at the upcoming virtual Service to Service School Recruitment Fair rescheduled for 12/4 (Thursday)! Explore a career in public service today by visiting our virtual booths and on the Service to Service website! Register today: https://t.co/CiB1DZsf9L
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Why is the Leadership Initiative important? 🤔 It offers workshops, executive coaching, and curricular programs to help our students lead well and make a positive impact on their communities. On 12/2, Giving Tuesday, mark your calendars to support the Leadership Initiative!
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My MVP for this week: I've discovered a group of folks who could do a much better job running American trade policy. #Econ101 #GoBlue #TeachEcon
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ICYMI: As gas prices fall, Jennifer Havercamp unpacks what that could mean for the U.N.'s climate change summit with Detroit Free Press Read the full story:
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AAA: If demand continues to fall, alongside low crude oil prices, gas prices may drop further.
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Future MPP & MPA students: How are students' professional lives enriched while getting a world-class education? Ask Cara (MPP '26) at her virtual office hours! She will be answering all questions about the Ford School experience! Learn more: https://t.co/YJ94JH8FKV
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Bill Axinn celebrates a milestone 30 years of his Chitwan Valley Family Study in Nepal and shares how long-term commitment to social research can tell the real story of the impact of changing community and household dynamics. Read the full conversation: https://t.co/Rmdesu7eAW
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Panorama in Canvas helps @UMich faculty members improve course material accessibility by flagging issues and providing guidance. Visit https://t.co/qp0t3SJtHw to learn more about Panorama!
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