University of Chicago Institute of Politics

The Institute of Politics is a nonpartisan institute at the University of Chicago designed to inspire students to pursue careers in politics and public service.[1] It was formally established in 2013 with David Axelrod as its director.[2]

In its first 18 months, the IOP hosted speakers including Joe Biden, Rand Paul, Al Gore, Rick Santorum, John McCain and Newt Gingrich; hosted fellows such as Beth Myers, Michael Steele, Roger Simon and Howard Wolfson. It has arranged over 250 student internships and placed over 300 students in civic engagement projects.

References

  1. ↑ "University of Chicago Institute of Politics". Retrieved 20 February 2014.
  2. ↑ Johnson, Dirk (9 January 2013). "David Axelrod on His Move to the University of Chicago". Chicago Magazine. Retrieved 20 February 2014.