Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement Moves to CUPPA

UIC's Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement (IPCE) has begun functioning under the administrative auspices of the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at the university.

IPCE, founded in 2009, focuses on transforming democracy by creating a more fully engaged citizenry with more effective leaders. As a catalyst for learning and action, the Institute creates opportunities for scholars, concerned citizens, students, and government officials to actively participate in social discourse, research, and educational programs on policy issues and social trends. The Institute also offers a variety of tools, workshops, programs, research, and information on government and policy issues. Learn more about IPCE at www.uic.edu/depts/ipce/.

The staff of IPCE consists of its director, Joseph Hoereth, Ph.D., Norma Ramos, associate director for IPCE communications, and Kathleen Stauffer, MUPP, CRA,visiting assistant dean for administration. IPCE is currently located on UIC's South Campus at 1253 S. Halsted Street.