Centers
The research institute, research centers and Executive Education program at Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) at IUPUI deliver public service along with innovative academic programs.
- IU Public Policy Institute
- Center for Urban Policy and the Environment
- Center for Criminal Justice Research
- Executive Education Program
The IU Public Policy Institute is a collaborative, multidisciplinary research institute within SPEA. The Institute serves as an umbrella organization for two research centers: the Center for Urban Policy and the Environment, and the Center for Criminal Justice Research. The Institute also supports the Office of International Community Development and the Indiana Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations.
Today, IU Public Policy Institute researchers—who also serve as faculty for SPEA—conduct studies critical to the vitality of Indiana and its communities. Historically, its main topics of research have included:
- Land use, smart growth and environmental issues
- Housing issues
- Criminal justice and public safety
- Nonprofit organizations
- Economic development and fiscal policy
- Intergovernmental cooperation.
The Center for Urban Policy and the Environment is devoted to supporting economic success for Indiana and a high quality of life for all Hoosiers. An applied research organization, CUPE was created by SPEA in 1992. The Center works in partnership with community leaders, business and civic organizations, nonprofits and government. CUPE's work is focused on urban policy, intergovernmental cooperation, community and economic development, housing, environmental issues and fiscal affairs research essential to developing strategies to strengthen Indiana's economy and quality of life.
Center for Urban Policy and the Environment
334 North Senate Avenue, Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1708
Contact: John L. Krauss, Director, phone: (317) 261-3000;
fax: (317) 261-3050; e-mail: jkrauss@iupui.edu
Web: http://policyinstitute.iu.edu/urban/
The Center for Criminal Justice Research works with public safety and social services agencies to provide impartial applied research and education on criminal justice and public safety issues. Created in 2008 by SPEA, CCJR delivers analysis, evaluation and assistance to address issues such as crime prevention, criminal justice systems, policing, traffic safety and youth.
Center for Criminal Justice Research
334 North Senate Avenue, Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1708
Contact: Samuel Nunn, Director, phone: (317) 261-3000;
fax: (317) 261-3050; e-mail: snunn@iupui.edu
Web: http://policyinstitute.iu.edu/criminal/
SPEA’s Executive Education Program is one of the most prestigious leadership programs in the nation. The Executive Education Program works with government entities, nonprofit agencies and the private sector to prepare leaders and managers to meet today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities.
The Executive Education Program offers graduate-level programs at four sites nationally: Washington, D.C.; Seattle, Washington; and Indianapolis, Indiana. Graduate programs include the Master of Public Affairs and the Public Management Certificate.
The Executive Education Program has long offered courses to the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). Executive Education and AASHTO have also partnered to create two institutes to challenge and educate transportation managers and leaders: the National Transportation Leadership Institute and the Advanced Leadership Institute.
In partnership with the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), Executive Education created a 10-course management institute for health care officials in Indiana to prepare them to lead their organizations through the changes affecting the health care industry. Executive Education has also partnered with Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) to offer workshops for Mayors of cities throughout Indiana. The IU Center on Philanthropy’s Fund Raising School and SPEA’s Executive Education offers the Nonprofit Executive Leadership Certificate. The four course program, designed for the nation’s nonprofit executive leaders, is offered over a twelve month period.
SPEA’s Executive Education Program also offers customized leadership and management programs for local and national clients including the United States Navy and the United States Army.