With a primary emphasis on state government and public service delivery systems, the institute seeks to foster governmental responsiveness and accountability and to help build the capacity of governmental entities for developing and implementing effective policies, programs, and services. Goals of the Institute B ecome a state leader in policy studies and program evaluation. D iversify the funding base of the institute and its units.
M ake citizen education a major focus of the institute.
E nhance the economic and social well-being of the communities surrounding the campus by taking a leadership role in the identification and solution of problems, providing forums for the discussion of ideas, and implementing responsive public service projects and activities. S trengthen the human resources base of the institute through professional development activities and liaison activities on campus. E nhance the institute's state and local government training capacity. S trengthen the identity of the institute internally and externally. E xpand internship opportunities to other employment sectors.