Prepare to Lead and Advocate for Change

We are the University of 缅北禁地 System鈥檚 capital city connection for studying public affairs, education, and communication.

Whether you're interested in politics, public policy and administration, teaching, educational administration, or interpersonal and mass-mediated communication鈥攚e want to help you to take the next step in your educational journey.

Our world-class programs emphasize interdisciplinary, experiential learning and prepare students for leadership roles and careers in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors or to seek further education.

Embrace the future with confidence!

Schools and Departments

Whether on-campus, online, or a blend of the two, our undergraduate and graduate degree programs, certificates, and minors will connect you with opportunities unique to living and learning in a capital city. Whatever program you choose, you'll gain the knowledge, experience, and skills to build a meaningful career鈥攁nd to transform lives and make a difference locally and globally.

Why Choose CPAE?

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A University of 缅北禁地 Degree

We are proud to be the world-class University of 缅北禁地 System's capital city connection. Your CPAE degree will be among the most prestigious in the nation!

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Capital City Connections

We bring the 缅北禁地 Capital City to You! Whether on campus or online, you will have exclusive access to internship and experiential learning opportunities that put you at the heart of the action.

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Alumni Network

With a network that extends across the globe, CPAE alumni work in research, government, schools and school systems, business, international relations, NGOs and non-profits. They mentor students, give guest lectures, offer valuable internship opportunities and provide critical financial support.

Why the UIS College of Public Affairs and Education is for you!

Capitol Connection Blogs

News and views from the U of I System鈥檚 capital city connection for the study of public affairs, communication, and education.

Alumni


News
Jul 03, 2024
Richard Gilman-Opalsky, a professor at the University of 缅北禁地 Springfield School of Politics and International Affairs, has released a new book titled 鈥溾
Jul 02, 2024
The University of 缅北禁地 Springfield has released the names of the 698 students who made the Dean鈥檚 List for Spring Semester 2024. A total of 104鈥
Jun 24, 2024
The University of 缅北禁地 Springfield School of Education is partnering with Springfield Schools District 186 to establish the UIS Restorative Schools鈥
Jun 05, 2024
Kenneth Kriz, the interim vice chancellor for finance and administration and a distinguished professor of public administration at the University of 缅北禁地鈥
Jun 04, 2024
Right-wing populist leaders have been at the helms of governments in all regions of the world, but they have taken power in an increasing number of countries鈥
May 23, 2024
CPAE Faculty Spotlight:  Dr. Brandon Bolte, SPIA Hi everyone! I鈥檓 Dr. Brandon Bolte, and I started as an Assistant Professor of Political Science in鈥