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IPCE is a research center at UIC to support empowering engagement and democratic learning. https://ipce.uic.edu/ www.ipce.uic.edu

The Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement (IPCE) at the University of Illinois at Chicago is committed to transforming democracy by creating a more fully engaged community with more effective leaders. It achieves this by creating opportunities for scholars, concerned citizens, students, community leaders, elected officials, and the public to actively participate in social discourse, policy issues and social trends.

05/22/2026

In case you missed it, our Spring 2026 Inside IPCE Newsletter is out now! Click the link below to read more about this year's Urban Forum, our UPPF Research Symposium, our Civic Engagement Lunch Talk series, and our recent website updates 💌 https://mailchi.mp/5661076ba473/spring2026-at-ipce

05/14/2026

We want to hear from you: share your thoughts on Chicago Police reform! Join us on June 24th for our upcoming Listening Session.

The Consent Decree requires the CPD to provide constitutional policing that respects the rights of all Chicagoans, builds community trust, and promotes community and officer safety. Join Independent Monitor Maggie Hickey and the Independent Monitoring Team for a Community Listening Session, co-hosted by Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation, to share your thoughts on Chicago Police reform. Visit cpdmonitoringteam.com to learn more!

Follow this link to RSVP to the Listening Session: https://cpdmonitoringteam.com/register-for-the-upcoming-community-listening-session/

05/13/2026

Congratulations to our Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) Alum and 2026 Graduate Margarita Arango for being recognized in UIC Today’s article “How 3 exceptional spring grads made their mark at UIC”!

“Arango jumped in to lead at UIC, too. As president of the Student Advocacy Coalition, she helped UIC students meet with legislators in Springfield and Washington, D.C., to advocate for issues like research funding. She interned for Illinois Rep. David Vella and encouraged civic engagement on campus through her work with the Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement.”

Follow this link to read her spotlight, and congratulations to all 2026 UIC graduates! https://today.uic.edu/margarita-arango-turning-academic-excellence-into-public-impact/

05/12/2026

There is SO much to recap in this spring's newsletter, which kicks off with a letter from our Director Joseph K. Hoereth, PhD. Click the link in our bio to read more about this year's Urban Forum, our UPPF Research Symposium, our Civic Engagement Lunch Talk series, and our recent website updates 💌 https://mailchi.mp/5661076ba473/spring2026-at-ipce

05/11/2026

Congratulations class of 2026! We are so proud of all of the UIC students graduating this spring, and look forward to following the immense impact you will have on the world 🎓

05/07/2026

Thank you for joining us for the 2025-26 UPPF Closing Ceremony and Symposium: From Research to Policy, Showcasing Impactful Student Research! In partnership with the African American Academic Network -UIC and Lares UIC, join us as we congratulate the 2025-26 UPPF cohort!

Follow this link to read more, check out more photos, and view our fellow’s research posters! https://ipce.uic.edu/news-stories/2025-26-uppf-research-symposium-from-research-to-policy-showcasing-impactful-student-research-recap/

05/05/2026

Congratulations to our Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) alum recipients of the 54th Annual Chancellors Student Service and Leadership Awards! 2026 UPPF fellows received awards spanning from The Jane Addams Distinguished Service Award, UIC Volunteer Service Award, and the Chancellor’s Student Service Award. Join us in congratulating these future leaders on their accomplishments! Follow this link to read more: https://ipce.uic.edu/news-stories/2026-uppf-alum-receive-54th-annual-chancellors-student-service-and-leadership-awards/

The Jane Addams Distinguished Service Award
Harshil Choudary, '25 Alum

UIC VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
Harshil Choudhary, '25 Alum
Nevaeh Gullette, '25 Alum

CHANCELLOR’S STUDENT SERVICE AWARD
Margarita Arango, '24 Alum
Priscilla Obikili, '25 Alum
Dea Talelli, '25 Alum
Nick Tunks, '25 Alum
Devonte West, '25 Alum

04/29/2026

Thank you for attending the 2026 Urban Forum - “Public Service in a Changing America“!

On April 22nd, 2026 the Urban Forum was held on UIC's campus. The 2026 Urban Forum explored the current state of the public sector, its nuances, and an ethical vision for a thriving future in public service. In the past year, we have witnessed a sweeping attack on the U.S. public sector and those who work in it. The dedicated individuals who serve the public play a key role in safeguarding civic life and advancing the common good. As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, this year's Urban Forum highlighted how it is more important than ever to reaffirm a commitment to public service, which helps society align its public policies and values.

The UIC Urban Forum has a history of deliberating important questions facing today’s cities. Swipe through to view highlights and pictures from the forum!

UIC College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs UIC Urban Forum

04/28/2026

Congratulations to 2025-26 UPPF Fellow Maria Pampin for being awarded the 2026 Undergraduate Research Forum Distinguished Presentation Award for her research entitled “It Takes A Village: How Organizations In The North-West Side Of Chicago Are Breaking The Generational Cycles Of Violence In Their Communities”. Join us in celebrating Maria's accomplishment!

Arts, Design & Humanities
Presenter: Maria Pampin
Project Title: It Takes A Village: How Organizations In The North-West Side Of Chicago Are Breaking The Generational Cycles Of Violence In Their Communities

Check out all the awardees here: https://undergradresearch.uic.edu/urf/

Lares UIC African American Academic Network -UIC

04/22/2026

Yesterday, we had several Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) Fellows present their research at the UIC Undergraduate Research Forum at the UIC Dorin Forum.

The Undergraduate Research Forum, led by the Undergraduate Research Hub, the Office of Academic Programs, Student Success, and Effectiveness, the Office of the Provost, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Honors College, the University Library, and the UIC Alumni Association, showcases undergraduate student research covering a broad range of scholarship across a variety of disciplines.

Congratulations to all Fellows who presented their research! Be sure to join us this Friday, April 24th from 3-5pm for the UPPF Research Symposium, where you can view all of our fellows research and celebrate their completion of the Urban Public Policy Fellowship Program. https://ipce.uic.edu/events/2025-26-uppf-research-symposium-from-research-to-policy-showcasing-impactful-student-research/

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