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Wendell H. Ford Lecture Series Noted Historian Discusses Presidential Election

Oct 17, 2024

Events, Seminars, Lectures, Public Service

On Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, the Martin School of Public Policy and Administration hosted its 10th Renewal of the Wendell H. Ford lecture. This year’s speaker was presidential historian, Douglas Brinkley.

Faculty in the News Dr. Joe Benitez featured in Washington Post article on ACA's Impact

Oct 15, 2024

Recognition, Faculty Recognition, Research

Dr. Joseph Benitez, Associate Professor and health economist, was recently featured in a Washington Post article that examined the evolving political discourse surrounding the Affordable Care Act (ACA) during the Trump administration and its impact on low-income Americans.

Seminar speakers Dan Halgin & Xiwen Zhao

2024 Fall Seminar Series Seminar: Xiwen Zhao & Dr. Dan Halgin University of Kentucky

Oct 11, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Events, Seminars, Lectures

Exogenous Shocks and Opportunities for Mobilization: The Case of Market Reactions to Firm LGBTQ Inclusion Following the Orlando Nightclub Shooting and the Election of Trump

Dr. Rajeev Darolia Named Chief Economist for US Department of Education

Oct 3, 2024

Recognition

We are proud to recognize the amazing work of Dr. Rajeev Darolia for his work as Chief Economist for the US Department of Education! The Office of the Chief Economist was established only 3 years ago, but Dr. Darolia has been a fundamental piece of the office for nearly a year.

University Research Professor William Hoyt and UK President Eli Capilouto pictured together at the 2024 Research Reception.

Research Recognition Dr. Bill Hoyt named 2024-2025 University Research Professor

Sep 20, 2024

Recognition, Faculty Recognition

We are proud to announce that Dr. Bill Hoyt has been recognized as a University Research Professor for the 2024-2025 academic year. Congratulations, Bill!

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