American Democracy Project National Meeting
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American Democracy Project National Meeting“Transforming Democracy and Civic Engagement at an
Urban Research University “Joseph K. Hoereth, Director, IPCE
Saturday, June 4, 2011
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University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
• Public Research University• UIC was formed in 1982 by the consolidation of two
U. of I. campuses. • 27, 309 total student• Urban setting
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Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement (IPCE)
IPCE focuses on transforming democracy by creating a more fully engaged citizenry with more effective leaders. As a catalyst for learning and action, the Institute creates opportunities for scholars, concerned citizens, students, and government officials to actively participate in social discourse, research, and educational programs on policy issues and social trends.
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IPCE Theory of Change
Inputs
Activities
Outcomes
ImpactsA more informed and engaged citizenry
Assumptions
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Transforming Democracy at UIC
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IPCE CivicSource
• Civic Source is a web portal that hosts a wide range of civic engagement and policy information, learning tools, and opportunities to connect with civic engagement efforts.– Official Launch Monday, April 18, 2011– Topical Learning Modules– Research Products– Blogs– Civic Engagement Events– ‘Find Answers’ Tools
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CivicSource
www.civicsource.org
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CivicSource Social Media
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IPCE Social Media
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Contact InformationJoseph K. Hoereth, PhDDirectorInstitute for Policy and Civic Engagement (IPCE)College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs University of Illinois at Chicago1253 S. Halsted Street, Suite #310Chicago, IL 60607312 355 0096 (ph)312 355 0545 (fx)www.ipce.uic.eduwww.civicsource.org