The UIS Center for State Policy and Leadership will be an independent and nationally recognized resource for scholars and Illinois policy-makers, opinion leaders, and citizens.  The Center will be known for its high-quality, nonpartisan public policy research, innovative leadership and training programs, and timely and thought-provoking educational forums, publications, media productions and public radio broadcasts. 

The Center will take an active role in the development of ethical, competent, and engaged students, faculty, staff, and community and government leaders by providing intern, civic engagement, and professional development opportunities, in-person and through the use of multi-media and on-line technologies.