EPPS Resources for North Texas City Leaders
NTX Quality of Life
The North Texas Quality of Life Initiative is a multidimensional framework designed to deliver data and information critical to North Texas’ future growth. Informed by robust data collection and complex analytics, the Initiative will position North Texas as the destination for forward-thinking corporations while ensuring that all in the region realize an unparalleled quality of life. It is more than a survey. It’s a platform designed to make relevant data available to residents, civic leaders, scholars, and policy-makers. The platform is designed to be expanded by adding modules and survey products.
Please contact us to see how we can survey your city and provide comparative benchmarks.
Initiative for Civic Leadership
The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences is seeking to establish formal agreements for placing EPPS undergraduate and graduate students as interns within your organization. This Initiative for Civic Leadership would function similarly to a cooperative program, allowing our students to gain practical experience while providing your local government with access to top talent. Furthermore, the expertise of our school can be utilized strategically to meet the varied needs of local government partners.
Invest in the future of your city by harnessing the energy of EPPS interns! Our talented students bring fresh perspectives and an eagerness to learn about how cities function and build vibrant communities.
Institute for Urban Policy Research
Founded in 2005 as the J. McDonald Williams Institute, the mission of The Institute for Urban Policy Research is to provide research and evaluation, education and outreach, and guidance and consulting to inform, motivate, and inspire community-focused organizations that improve the quality of life in the communities they serve.
Tap into our expertise to strengthen your city’s initiatives with research, evaluation, and community engagement.
Public and Nonprofit Management
The Public and Nonprofit Management program supports the broader community through professional and leadership training, policy and management analysis services and academic research.
Partner with us to leverage faculty expertise and student talent for projects that drive real community impact.
The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences also offers a broad range of expertise to support local governments in addressing various challenges and solving complex problems. Tech Policy can assist local governments with initiatives related to smart city technologies, cybersecurity, and bridging the digital divide. Cybersecurity and Big Data programs are designed to train students in safeguarding government infrastructure. Criminology and Criminal Justice research analysis can contribute to data-driven crime reduction strategies. Economic students can provide analytical guidance on policies for business attraction and job creation. GIS expertise supports spatial analysis and mapping efforts. Public health research informs policies concerning public health infrastructure and environmental wellness. Public Policy students can contribute to policy development, reform proposals, and evaluations. The Political Economy discipline focuses on policies that promote economic growth and social welfare. Political Science research enhances civic engagement and election processes. Public administration offers insights into governance complexities, including budgeting and leadership. Sociology studies could address social issues such as poverty, housing, and education. Sustainability research could deliver solutions to environmental challenges.
