UIS Public Affairs Reporting program (PAR)

Illinois Republican Gubernatorial Primary Debate

Amanda Vinicky

Statewide debate broadcast by Illinois Public Broadcasters.The four Republican candidates for Illinois governor - State Sen. Bill Brady, State Sen. Kirk…
End and Means: Program Aims to Produce Strong Public Affairs Reporting

A few weeks ago, the University of Illinois Springfield celebrated its 42nd commencement, a joyous occasion for the more than 750 graduates who…
State of the State: Paul Simon's Writing Offers Lessons in Leadership

Jamey Dunn-Thomason

Though I never met him, Paul Simon has had a profound effect on my life. Some years ago, a fateful visit to the Public Policy Institute he founded at my…