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WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield School of Politics and International Affairs and Center for State Policy and Leadership will host a virtual panel discussion titled “Voting Rights in 2026.” The discussion will explore changes to voting laws and election procedures in the United States since the 2024 presidential election and how those changes could affect voters in the upcoming midterm elections.
WHEN: Noon Thursday, Oct. 29
WHERE: Zoom
Innovating Impact: University of Illinois Simulation Symposium
The University of Illinois System universities are partnering for an upcoming simulation symposium, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 29 in the Student Union Ballroom. Register today!
What the Constitution Means to Me
UIS presents "What the Constitution Means to Me" Sept. 17-20 at the UIS Studio Theatre, with performances at various times.
What's Left Behind? The Documentary
You Are Invited
A moving documentary about black mothers and families on the south side of Chicago, fighting to survive and thrive after losing their children to gun violence
Panel discussion to follow with Dr. Ruby Mendenhall, Sontae Massey, and Quonie Barney, moderated by Margaritta Fultz.
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
UIS Student Union North Ballroom
2251 Richard Wright Dr, Springfield, IL
Light refreshments to follow.
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UIS study shows Illinois split on Chicago Bears move
A new analysis from the University of Illinois Springfield Center for State Policy and Leadership, originally published by NPR Illinois, explores Illinois residents’ opinions on the potential relocation of the Chicago Bears and the use of publ
Dashboard & Reports Archive
Archived Annual Reports
The content is available for historical records and is not accessible. You can request an accessible version by contacting the Center for State Policy and Leadership at cspl@uis.edu .
Each year the Center publishes an annual report to disseminate information on past projects and publications, as well as identify those clients that support the center. The contents of these reports have been made available in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) files.
Motor Vehicle Data Linkage Archive
Archived Research Studies
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GPSI and DPA Fellow Graduation Breakfast
The Center for State Policy & Leadership and the Office of Graduate Intern Programs are excited to celebrate our Graduate Public Service Interns and DPA Fellows from the Class of 2026! Please join us for the GPSI & DPA Fellow Graduation Breakfast on April 22 as we honor the graduates' accomplishments and wish them well in their future endeavors.
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Experts to preview key 2026 primary races in UIS webinar
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield invites the public to a virtual lunch-hour webinar, “Before the Ballots are Cast: Previewing Key 2026 Primary Races.” A panel of experts will discuss some of the most notable primary contests unfolding across the United States this spring and summer. The conversation will explore the candidates, issues and political forces shaping these races, with time for audience questions about what is at stake before the ballots are cast.
WHEN: Noon Feb. 24
Before the Ballots are Cast: Previewing Key 2026 Primary Races
Join the UIS Center for State Policy & Leadership and the School of Politics & International Affairs for a lunchtime webinar on Tuesday, February 24th!