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Data & Policy Summer Scholar Roundtable With Alumni

Admissions, Credential Programs
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Staff

Mirela Munteanu

Policy Analytics Credential Information Session

Admissions, Credential Programs

Awards

Harris Dean's Award Exemplifying the mission of the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy, recipients of the Harris Dean’s Award champion analytically rigorous, evidence-based approaches to policy. They serve as an inspiration to the next generation of policy leaders and scholars working to address the world’s most important challenges. Learn more about the Harris Dean's Award

Benton Award

The Benton Award for Distinguished Public Service Created  to honor Sen. William H. Benton on the occasion of his 25th anniversary as chairman and publisher of Encyclopaedia Britannica, the Benton Award recognizes persons who have rendered distinguished public service in the field of education.

Who We Are

This is the Harris School of Public Policy: Social impact, down to a science. Policy is not about feeling good. Policy is about doing good. Ideology, intuition, and experience alone are not proven sources for policy solutions. Addressing today’s global, interconnected challenges—and reaping the opportunities—takes rigorous inquiry. It takes serious people who can face the facts - to gather and understand the data of how things are - to make things better. That’s why we’re here.

Policy Research and Innovation Bootcamp Information Session

Admissions, Credential Programs

Meet the Dean

Ethan Bueno de Mesquita, AB'96, is an applied game theorist whose research focuses on political violence—especially terrorism, insurgency, and rebellion—and on democratic accountability.

History

Steeped in the University of Chicago's rich tradition of scholarship and innovation, Harris Public Policy faculty and students bring an exacting, data-driven perspective to the full spectrum of policy concerns.

Joint Degree Programs

Five Year Master in Public Policy with the College (BA/MPP) Begin your professional training in public policy while an undergraduate in the College at the University of Chicago and earn a Bachelor of Arts degree plus a Master of Public Policy in five years. Five Year Master in Public Policy with the College (BA/MPP)
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Dr. Balu visits the Harris School of Public Policy

Dr. Ramaswami Balasubramaniam (Dr. Balu) is a development scholar, author, public policy advocate, and leadership trainer. After spending 26 years in pioneering development work among rural and tribal people, he pursued academic degrees in leadership, organizational development, and public policy. He was the Frank H.T. Rhodes Professor at Cornell University from 2012–14, and continues to hold academic positions in Cornell and other universities. He is currently the full time Member-HR in the Capacity Building Commission of the Government of India. On Friday, October 27, Dr. Balu visited the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy to connect with senior leadership and students.

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