Course Directory

PUBPOL 481 5 credits

Data Science, Economy, and Policy

Explores the use of data science as a tool for developing the economy and making public policy. Lays the foundation for understanding the role of data…

Offered Winter
PUBPOL 493 5 credits

Research for Public Impact

Introduces applied policy research methods used across public, nonprofit, private, and academic settings.

Offered Winter
PUBPOL 496 5 credits

Policy Lab

Provides support for undergraduate public policy research project. Students develop, implement, and deliver project for a professional client.

Application and Practice Offered Winter
PUBPOL 497 1 to 5 credits

Undergrad Internship

Enhances students career readiness through guided self-reflection, peer dialogue, and employer feedback. Credit/no-credit only.

Application and Practice Offered Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
PUBPOL 498 1 to 5 credits

Undergrad Research

Independent research in selected areas of public policy and public management under faculty supervision. Credit/no-credit only.

Application and Practice Offered Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
PUBPOL 499 5 credits

Civic Technology

Technology stands between you and making a difference in the world. It can help you reach people, share information, and provide services. Tech can likewise hold…

Social Sciences (SSc) Offered Autumn
PUBPOL 499 5 credits

Harnessing the Power of the States

Co-Instructors: Ambassador Suzi LeVine & Associate Professor Stephen KosackOdegaard 141, Wednesdays 2:30-5:20 PM This class is jointly offered by Honors, Political Science, and Public Service and…

Social Sciences (SSc) Offered Autumn
PUBPOL 501 2 credits

MPA Launch

Provides critical foundation of knowledge in public service. Explores topics central to public administration.

MPA Core Offered Autumn
PUBPOL 502 2 credits

Introduction to Data

Introduces data used for analysis in public and non-profit sectors.

MPA Core Offered Autumn
PUBPOL 507 4 credits

Mediation and Negotiation

Possibilities offered by mediation and negotiation methods using a mixture of cases, readings, discussions, lectures, and guest speakers. Use of negotiation and mediation techniques to resolve…

EMPA Elective LPI Elective MPA Elective Offered Autumn · Spring
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These are the Evans School’s intended offerings for the academic year. Quarters, instructors and availability can change, and courses are occasionally cancelled. For what is actually offered and open for registration, see MyPlan or the UW course catalog.