Overview
Deepening understanding. Driving change.
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The Mansueto Institute is a hub for innovative thinking—bringing together researchers from across disciplines to develop and cultivate bold ideas about cities and what makes them successful.
Mission
We seek to empower urban communities through interdisciplinary research, collaboration, and innovation to address complex societal challenges.
Vision
To be a global leader in scholarship on urban issues, driving positive change in cities worldwide through impactful research, inclusive partnerships, and transformative education.
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“Whenever and wherever societies have flourished and prospered rather than stagnated … creative and workable cities have been at the core of the phenomenon.”
– Jane Jacobs, renowned author, theorist, and journalist
Our Strategy
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Successful cities are key to successful societies. Throughout history, cities have represented the vibrancy and ingenuity of humanity by uniting diverse populations and fostering innovation, ultimately enabling societies to flourish. At the Mansueto Institute, we are building on the proud tradition of urban scholarship at the University of Chicago, bringing together ideas and groups to advance research, convene events, and offer opportunities to students, faculty, and others.
Advance Innovative Research
We discover and support groundbreaking ideas and innovative solutions to pressing urban challenges — when they are poised to have an impact.
Urban Initiatives: Focus efforts that span research, training, and convening, with a commitment to scholarly excellence that has a positive impact for cities.
Innovation Grants: Support innovators across the university focused on critical topics impacting cities by providing resources and guidance.
Nurture an Urban Ecosystem: Cultivate a vibrant urban ecosystem within the University of Chicago, fostering collaboration and innovation among researchers and practitioners.
Foster Diverse Approaches
We foster a diversity of approaches to achieve our mission of driving positive change in cities.
Research and Initiatives: Develop diverse research projects and initiatives in collaboration with partners to address community needs and inform policy.
Data Analysis and Policy Impact: Analyze and present data to drive evidence-based policymaking and address critical urban issues such as affordable housing and urban development.
Stakeholder Engagement: Convene stakeholders from various sectors for events and discussions on pressing urban issues, fostering dialogue and collaboration.
Education and Training: Equip University of Chicago students with the knowledge and skills to lead and serve cities of the future through fellowship and research opportunities.
Communication: Effectively communicate our research findings and initiatives to media, policymakers, communities, and the public to maximize impact and awareness.
Create Partnerships
We are committed to partnering with a diversity of groups to promote a successful urban future, on-campus, in Chicago, and worldwide.
Translate Urban Scholarship: Collaborate with schools, departments, centers, and institutes at the University of Chicago to combine resources and knowledge, translating urban scholarship into meaningful outcomes.
Global Collaboration: Partner with community organizations, government, and private enterprises to drive sustainable urban development initiatives worldwide.