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
March 26, 2026
WVXU's Cincinnati Edition talks about the national debt with UC Professor Andrew Lewis, director of the Portman Center for Policy Solutions, and former U.S. Sen. Rob Portman.
March 5, 2026
When University of Cincinnati student-athlete Ligia Williams, CECH ’25, takes the court, she knows she’s not alone. Behind her stands a dedicated mentor who believes in her potential — alumna Cindy Coggins, CECH ’73.
February 6, 2026
The Portman Center for Policy Solutions at the University of Cincinnati received a nearly $800,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to improve civil political discourse.