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Public policy is the study of identifying, addressing, and solving social, economic, and environmental challenges.

Public policy prepares students for careers in government, politics, and law while serving in public agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector firms.

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Mark C. Long began his role as Dean of the UCR School of Public Policy (SPP) in January 2023, following the successful tenure of Anil Deolalikar, who served as Founding Dean of SPP.

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February 25, 2025

Former Ambassador Speaks on Foreign Policy Under Trump Administration

Former Ambassador Speaks on Foreign Policy Under Trump Administration by Divya Bharadwaj The UC Riverside School of Public Policy is hosting former U.S. Ambassador Ronald E. Neumann (Class of '66 and ‘67 and recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award) for...

February 04, 2025

SPP Hosts City Cleanup with Riverside Elected Officials

SPP Hosts City Cleanup with Riverside Elected Officials by Vir Sinha The UCR School of Public Policy is hosting a beautification and trash pickup project for Highlander Day of Service. Special guest speakers in attendance will be Riverside Ward 1...

November 04, 2024

Election Watch Session with Local Policy & Community Leaders

Election Watch Session with Local Policy & Community Leaders by Liam Burley On Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 starting from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. the Civil Rights Institute of Southern California (CRIISC) and the UCR School of Public Policy will be...

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