The Executive Council is an elected representative group of Humphrey School faculty, students, and staff. It has responsibility for all matters not otherwise under the authority of the Dean or the ...

In a new op-ed published by the Star Tribune, Humphrey School of Public Affairs Dean Nisha Botchwey shares her perspective on ...

In an op-ed published by the Star Tribune, Humphrey School of Public Affairs Dean Nisha Botchwey reflects on the tragic loss ...

As our nation and state grieve the devastating attack on two Minnesota lawmakers and their families on June 14, we reflect on ...

In the wake of the devastating attacks on Minnesota elected leaders on June 14, 2025, Dean Nisha Botchwey offered a message ...

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar made a surprise appearance to congratulate the graduates and encourage them to take an active role in addressing the serious challenges facing the country right now. “I really ...

Swain Fellowship alumni celebrate Tom's 95th birthday in 2016. Swain was a longtime friend and supporter of the Humphrey School. He established a Fellowship in Public Leadership in 2004, to support ...

Professor Emeritus John Adams died last month at the age of 86. He was one of the earliest and most influential leaders of the Humphrey School. The Humphrey School of Public Affairs is remembering the ...

As political polarization deepens nationwide, the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs is taking bold steps to equip students with the skills to lead across differences. Through ...

Dr. Anthony Fauci will deliver the next Distinguished Carlson Lecture on October 22, 2024. Photo: Christopher Michel. The Humphrey School of Public Affairs is pleased to welcome Dr. Anthony Fauci, ...

Professor Greg Lindsey has always taken a practitioner's perspective to research and teaching. That approach has been a win-win for students at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, but also for ...