
Public Policy
If you want to change the world, change the laws.
With a minor in public policy, students learn how to effect real, tangible change.
Lake Forest College offers a minor in public policy so students who dream of making the world a better place can learn how to bring about change. This interdisciplinary program allows students to choose a path of study that aligns with their personal aspirations. With a minor in public policy, students learn how to evaluate, assess, and analyze policy issues.
The minor in public policy is founded on the belief that a well-educated citizenry is critical for democracy to thrive. The curriculum and programming are designed to help Lake Forest College students understand the importance of sound public policy in all aspects of society. We teach students how to approach problems from a variety of perspectives, to understand the circumstances and objectives of all constituency groups, to navigate government channels to bring about change, and to develop substantive solutions.
The signature Public Policy Programming at Lake Forest College is a lecture series in the fall on a timely topic, followed by the Public Policy Analysis Challenge in the spring. The 2022-2023 topic is Privacy and the Internet. All students are encouraged to attend the lecture series and enter the challenge.
Why public policy?
By studying public policy, students are well-prepared to identify and approach problems in their communities. With knowledge and understanding of the public policy process, students can go on to effect change at local, state, and federal levels.
Analysis is at the core of public policy. By analyzing a problem from all perspectives, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and nuances of creating sound and sustainable public policy. Our students are trained to use evidence-based practices in order to form policy proposals that offer effective, comprehensive, and sustainable solutions.


News

November 01, 2022
Life satisfaction study co-authored by Batz-Barbarich is published

October 05, 2022
Fred Cate ‘Privacy and Consent’ talk draws captive audience
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Contact us
Robert Lemke
Morten Professor of Public Policy
Department of Economics
Brown Hall 418
847-735-5143
lemke@mx.lakeforest.edu