Truman School and City of Columbia Create Student Opportunity

The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Missouri, in collaboration with the City of Columbia, announces a new assistantship program designed to provide students with hands-on experience in local government starting in fall of 2024.  Through this opportunity MPA students will use their skills in public policy and public administration to help the Mayor and City Council improve policy and governance.

Teaming-up to Constrain Polarization

The Truman School is one of fourteen schools participating with the Volker Alliance to offer courses centered on civil discussions meant to constrain the impacts of political polarization.  “Political polarization is growing at an alarming rate, democratic systems are being tested and weakened, and the population’s faith in public institutions is at an all-time low,” said Sara Mogulescu, president of the Volcker Alliance.

IPP Releases Annual Report (2023)

On January 30, 2024, IPP Director Sara Gable released the IPP Annual Report for 2023.  We extend our sincere appreciation to our funders, collaborators, student research assistants, UM, MU, and College of Arts and Science administrative and research staff, MU Extension, and the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs. Without their support, none of this would be possible.

Schultz to Lead the Development of the Legislative Leadership Academy

After a legislative tour around state government in Missouri, Kelly Schultz returns to MU as a member of the Truman School staff. 

Schultz is returning to the university as the Director of the Legislative Leadership Academy as a joint appointment with the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs and MU Extension & Engagement. This brand-new position will serve as a bridge between the Missouri General Assembly and the university. Schultz will also support political science and public affairs undergraduates in locating internships.

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