About us:

The Center for the Study of Politics and Governance is unique in its focus on the art and science of politics. The Center strives to increase public understanding of politics through research by conducting studies relevant to Minnesota policymakers and legislators throughout the Upper Midwest and serving as a resource to the media and citizens on important policy issues. In addition, the Center plays a convening role, bringing academics and community leaders together for public decision-making and problem-solving and offering a wide array of public events and programs to promote an informed and engaged citizenry.

Contact:

Center for the Study of Politics and Governance
Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs
130 Humphrey Center
301 - 19th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Email: cspg@umn.edu

Lawrence R. Jacobs
Director

Office: (612) 625-3384
Fax: (612) 624-0068
Email: ljacobs@umn.edu

Jennifer E. Thompson
Coordinator

Office: (612) 625-5340
Fax: (612) 624-3513
Email: thom0572@umn.edu

Kate Krzesinski
Program Manager

Office: (612) 625-8330
Fax: (612) 624-0068
Email: katek@umn.edu

Lea Chittenden
Program Specialist

Office: (612) 625-2530
Fax: (612) 624-0068
Email: chit0018@umn.edu

Eric Ostermeier
Post Doctorate

Email: oster017@umn.edu

Melanie Burns
Research Analyst

Office: (612) 625-0799
Fax: (612) 624-0068
Email: mburns@umn.edu