About CPR

The Chicago Policy Review (CPR) is the foremost policy publication of the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and the oldest Harris Student Organization. CPR strives to be an access point to the most pressing public policy debates happening in the world today. We bridge the gap between current academic research and the practical solutions policymakers need. Entirely student-run by graduate students at Chicago Harris, the Chicago Policy Review breaks down complex, empirical policy studies into succinct and rigorous analyses that are accessible to everyone, and interviews practitioners on their insights. In doing so, it is our mission to bring valuable perspectives across an array of policy topics to our readers.

The Chicago Policy Review’s mission is to contribute timely and high-value content to the policy community, drawn from policy-relevant research, preeminent practitioners, and academics, and delivered through the journal website and an annual print publication. Furthermore, as a student-run organization, the Chicago Policy Review affords students at the Harris School of Public Policy the opportunity to improve their writing and verbal communication skills, develop a focused policy expertise, and gain valuable leadership experience.

Founded in 1996, our Chicago-based team is comprised of more than 100 writers, editors, and data visualization specialists. The Chicago Policy Review is published both online and in print.