Education Policy Speaker Series

Dr. Katherine Michelmore​
Assistant Professor – University of Michigan

Katherine Michelmore is an associate professor of public policy at the University of Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. Michelmore is a leading scholar and educator on the social safety net, education policy, labor economics, and economic demography. A research associate at NBER, she is a recognized expert on the efficacy of the Earned Income Tax Credit and its impact on children. Previously, she was assistant professor of public administration and international affairs at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School. Katherine completed her PhD in policy analysis and management at Cornell University. She holds a BA in economics and psychology from Wesleyan University. Prior to obtaining her PhD, Katherine was a research assistant at the Urban Institute.

Educational Background
PhD in policy analysis and management, Cornell University
BA in economics and psychology, Wesleyan University

Professional Affiliations
Research associate, NBER

Current Research
Family policy, education policy, social demography, and inequality.