SPIA—the Nexus of Theory and Action. We forge big ideas that foster public impact. We partner with students, communities, and governments to inspire innovative ideas and action, build trust and engagement in democratic governance nationally and globally, and champion the pursuit of human progress centered on equity and justice.
SPIA’s programming is expansive with undergraduate degrees in Political Science, International Affairs, Law & Society, and later this year, Cyber Strategy and Policy, along with certificates in International Human Rights; War, Peace and Security; Legal Studies; and Cybersecurity. Our graduate program boasts an outstanding PhD, MA, and a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) and two certificates.
Our faculty have recently won book awards in Religion and Politics, are internationally recognized for their research innovation and regularly work directly with local, state, national, and international governments and community partners. Our students win university awards, scholarships, go on to Law and Graduate schools, and great careers in many fields.
To read SPIA student, faculty, and alumni personal stories, click on the SPIA Spotlights link below. If you're an alumni or friend of SPIA, please click on Alumni and Friends link for UC resources and events available to you.
Location:
School of Public and International Affairs
2800 Clifton Avenue
Clifton Court Hall (CCH), 5th Floor (Suites 5110-5149)
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0375
Mailing Address:
University of Cincinnati
ML-0375/ Docks N1-N7
Campus Receiving
5121 Fishwick Dr
Final Delivery SPIA (0375) - Attn: Faculty OR Staff name + Office Number
Cincinnati, OH 45216 United States
ContactSPIA@uc.edu
513-556-3300
Undergraduate Questions:
Clifton Court Hall (CCH), Room 5114A
SPIA-UG@uc.edu
513-556-3320
Graduate Questions:
Clifton Court Hall (CCH), Room 5110
SPIA-Grad@uc.edu
513-556-4440
January 27, 2026
CNN turns to University of Cincinnati Professor Jeffrey Blevins to explain why censorship by social media companies paradoxically is permitted under the First Amendment.
December 10, 2025
The British Government announced the 43 American students who will receive Marshall Scholarships for 2026, including UC alumna Taylor Allgood. The new recipients will begin their graduate studies at leading universities in the United Kingdom next September.
November 6, 2025
With the 2025-26 school year in full swing, the College of Arts and Sciences has welcomed five faculty members to lead departments that span from chemistry to journalism. Dean James Mack said these new hires “reflect our unwavering commitment to ‘Discovery in Action,’ as we continue to enhance our academic and research excellence”. With these additions, the future of UC is in good hands, and students can look forward to new opportunities for learning, research, and innovation.
