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Kromphardt Presents at Quality Matters ConnectLX Conference
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Chris Kromphardt, education support services manager at the Public Policy Center, recently gave a presentation called “Every Journey Starts Somewhere - Micro-Credentialing to Support Experiential Learning Initiatives” at Quality Matters (QM) ConnectLX, a conference held virtually from November 3-5.
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Crime and Justice Policy Affiliates Present at ASC Meeting
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Faculty, staff, and graduate students of the PPC’s Crime and Justice Policy Research Program (CJPRP) recently attended the American Society of Criminology annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois. During the conference, members presented findings from PPC-related projects.
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Video: The Future of the Republican Party Discussion
Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The third discussion in the Policy Challenges for Iowa and the Nation series featured alternative views on the challenges facing the Republicans and the impact that the internal discussions occurring in the party will have on policy.
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Education and Teaching in Brief: Carrie Schuettpelz
Monday, November 22nd, 2021
As part of the Research in Brief semi-monthly video series that highlights the policy research work of the Public Policy Center, we present "Teaching in Brief" to highlight some of the Public Policy Center's efforts in student success. In this episode, Carrie Schuettpelz talks about her Explore Iowa course, and how it helps students have a more immersive experience on campus and in the community.
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Damiano Discusses Build Back Better Act on River to River
Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
Pete Damiano, director of the Public Policy Center, and director and distinguished research fellow in the Health Policy Research Program, was a guest on Iowa Public Radio's River to River, discussing the health care aspects of the "Build Back Better" act.
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PPC Study Cited in Johnson County Plan for Criminal Justice
Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
A report by Ethan Rogers and Mark Berg was instrumental in Johnson County's plan to address racial biases in its criminal justice system.
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Schuettpelz Featured for Native American Heritage Month
Thursday, November 11th, 2021
Carrie Schuettzpelz is featured this week as one of three profiles iin celebration of Native American Heritage Month.
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Study Shows Value of Community Engagement in Rural Road Safety
Monday, November 8th, 2021
Natoshia Askelson, senior research fellow in the Health Policy Research Program, and Corinne Peek-Asa, distinguished research fellow in the Transportation and Vehicle Safety and Crime and Justice Policy Research Programs, had a recent study published in the Journal of Transport & Health that highlighted the importance of having community involvement in rural road safety campaigns.
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Student Spotlight: Jennifer Sukalski
Thursday, November 4th, 2021
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Cwiertny Receives HUD Award to Assess Drinking Water for Lead
Monday, November 1st, 2021
David Cwiertny, director and senior research fellow in residence in the Environmental Policy Program, received a $700,000 million HUD grant.
