Position Announcement

Director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute
Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute. 
Job Description [PDF]

Upcoming events

The institute would like to thank everyone who has supported the 2008 event schedule. Please check back soon for the fall line-up.

Press Releases / News

Exhibit reflects Mileur’s passion for politics, SIUC - 08.22.08
A significant political memorabilia collection covering presidential elections and politics from Andrew Jackson to George W. Bush is on display at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s University Museum -- thanks to alumnus Jerome M. “Jerry” Mileur.

The 2008 Presidential Nominations Process, a Marathon and a Sprint: An Analysis of What Happened and Why [PDF] - 07.23.08
An occasional paper written by Dr. John Jackson

Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act report now available [PDF]

Mike Lawrence delivers report on the institute to the SIU Board of Trustees
Report Audio - 6.12.08
Following Mike’s report those making comments are as follows: SIU Board of Trustee members Ed Hightower and Keith Sanders, SIU Board of Trustee Chairman Roger Tedrick, SIU President Glenn Poshard and SIU Carbondale Chancellor Sam Goldman, and a second comment by Chairman Tedrick. Mike concludes the report with final comments.

Free conference to explore Cairo's past, present and future - 05.02.08
A public forum next week in Cairo will explore the city's rich history with an eye toward future opportunities.

Media Availability — Ray LaHood - 04.25.08
U.S. Rep. Ray LaHood, R-Peoria, will be available to meet with reporters and photographers at 1:30 p.m., Monday, April 28, in the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute lobby at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. LaHood, who is serving his seventh term representing Illinois' 18th congressional district, will discuss his career in politics later in the day. The institute is presenting "Ray LaHood: A Champion of Civility in the Polarized Politics of Today," at 7 p.m., Monday, in Ballroom B of the Student Center.

Ray LaHood to discuss his career in politics - 04.22.08
U.S. Rep. Ray LaHood next week will discuss his career in politics during a lecture at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

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