University of Wisconsin–Madison

Tag: social policy

Dr. Jessica Pac Receives Prestigious Award

Assistant Professor Dr. Jessica Pac was awarded the prestigious Vilas Associates Competition Award. This university-wide award recognizes new and ongoing research of the highest quality and significance. In addition to her role as an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work, Dr. Pac is a Faculty Affiliate of the …

Report Highlights New Barriers to Accessing Disability Benefits in 2025

Report Highlights New Barriers to Accessing Disability Benefits in 2025   Assistant professor, Dr. Callie Freitag, recently released a report which highlights how changes implemented by the second Trump administration have created significant barriers for those seeking to apply for and maintain disability benefits. Dr. Freitag, who researches social policies related to aging, disability, and …