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The Goldman School of Public Policy, founded at the University of California, Berkeley in 1969, was one of the nation’s first graduate programs of its kind.
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Today it is ranked as the #1 policy program in the country.

11/03/2025

Tomorrow, California voters will weigh in on Proposition 50 — a measure that would temporarily change how the state draws its congressional district maps.

To help the public understand what’s at stake, we sat down with Galen Sheely, Research Director at the Democracy Policy Lab, for a nonpartisan Q&A on the proposal, the history behind California’s independent redistricting system, and what Prop 50 could mean for representation in future elections.

Our latest carousel breaks down key context, arguments on both sides, and insights from the research.

Swipe to learn more, and tap the link in our bio to read the full interview.

10/22/2025

We’re proud to honor this year’s Goldman School Award Recipients — outstanding alumni and community members whose leadership, service, and scholarship embody GSPP’s mission to make evidence-based, equity-driven change in the world. 💛💙

This year’s recipients, honored at the Berkeley Public Policy & Alumni Gathering, include our Alumni of the Year and Special Leadership Award recipients, and an Emeriti Faculty Award recognizing lifetime impact on public policy and the GSPP community.

Swipe to meet the changemakers shaping public policy ➡️

09/10/2025

📢 Big news: Applications are officially OPEN for our graduate programs!

Whether you’re ready to lead in public policy, drive innovation in government, or advance solutions to today’s most pressing challenges, UC Berkeley’s Goldman School of Public Policy is here to help you take the next step.

👉 Apply now and join a community dedicated to impact, equity, and change.

09/05/2025

Join us in Sacramento!

The Goldman School of Public Policy is launching a new presence at the UC Student & Policy Center in Sacramento — bringing classes, events, and soon, a Sacramento-based Master of Public Affairs (MPA) program for mid-career professionals focused on advancing agile government.

To kick things off, Dean David Wilson will be in conversation with alum Nani Coloretti, Cabinet Secretary to Governor Gavin Newsom, about leadership, innovation, and preparing the next generation of policy leaders.

📍 UC Student and Policy Center, 1115 11th Street, Sacramento, CA
📆 Tuesday, September 30, 2025; 5:00-5:30 Reception; 5:30-6:30 PM Fireside Chat
➡️ Free and open to the public. RSVP by Tuesday, September 23rd. https://forms.gle/RcGtcjXV7gM2FPrj7

05/19/2025

You’ve met Jessica Olney, MPA ’25 — now here’s a closer look at the impact she’s making.

With nearly two decades of international experience, Jess is a researcher, facilitator, and advocate working at the intersection of peacebuilding, humanitarian response, and human rights. Her latest project reflects that mission: supporting conflict-affected communities in raising their own voices.

From leading studies for the ICC to training young advocates across South and Southeast Asia and the Middle East, Jess continues to model what justice-driven public policy looks like in practice.

We’re proud to have her as part of the GSPP community — and congratulations to all of our recent graduates!

09/19/2024

Talk Policy To Me is back! This podcast is produced by a student team from the Goldman School and UC Berkeley's School of Journalism. Season Six is coming your way, so make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

09/15/2024

Day 2 recap of the Goldman School's Annual Conference and Alumni Gathering! What an amazing conference! Thanks to all who joined us...we'll send out the recordings of the main sessions when they're ready. See you next year!

09/13/2024

DAY ONE RECAP! The 2024 Berkeley Public Policy Conference kicked off with Chancellor Rich Lyons, Dean David Wilson, and Doug Goldman cutting the ribbon to our beautiful new courtyard. Then it was onto a 🔥 🔥 🔥 conversation with Kara Hurst (MPP '98), Chief Sustainability Officer for . Can't wait for what DAY TWO will bring!

08/12/2024

🚨 New Series Alert! 🚨

As we gear up for the general election, we're thrilled to launch "Five Questions for Faculty." 🗳️ First up, the one and only Professor Robert Reich dives into the roots of political polarization and offers insights on bridging the divide.

Don’t miss out—read the full interview now! 👇

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08/06/2024

The conversation continues! Join the Possibility Lab on August 27 for an insightful discussion about how on-going collaboration with university researchers can improve evaluation and decision-making in state government. This is an in-person event at the UC Center Sacramento in the Atkinson Room, 1115 11th Street, Sacramento, starting at 12 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Register: bit.ly/UCconvo

07/25/2024

In the two years after Donald Trump's 2016 election, there was a significant increase in premature and underweight births among non-white women in the U.S., a new UC Berkeley study finds.

"That thousands of infants may have been healthier had the election not occurred is incredibly troubling," said Caitlin Patler, associate professor at UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy.

Published in the journal Demography, the study highlights the likely impact of stress and policy changes on these adverse health outcomes. The research, led by Paola D. Langer, shows that the increase was particularly pronounced among Black mothers.

"Elections matter to health in enduring ways," said Langer. "Our results show a link between the two years after Trump’s election and an increase in adverse birth outcomes among non-white groups in the U.S. that is likely explained by a combination of stress and policy impacts."

The findings underscore the profound and lasting effects of political events on public health.

Read more about this important study and its implications for health equity: https://goldman.school/pjb

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