Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy & Service

PROGRAM THEMES
2007-2008 PROGRAM=== "Journeys to American Identities" is the inaugural program series of the 2007-2008 year. The theme explores what it means to be American and how Americans construct their identities, individually and collaboratively, in the past and present. This program addresses the historical background and current cultural contexts of three featured "identities" prominent in our region: Hispanic American, Southeast Asian American and European American. Invited performers, authors, and experts interact with the public to examine various processes and experiences that shape our American identities, a "journey" that unites us all.	Download Brochure Here:
2008-2009 PROGRAM=== "Bridging Divides: Wealth and Poverty in America" considers ways poverty manifests itself, preventing ordinary Americans from becoming participatory citizens and stewards of our national democratic ideals.
2009-2010 PROGRAM=== "Building Community in America" ties together the previous years' themes and expands on what community means, how it can be achieved, and how citizens can work collectively to solve American social problems.