Vision
As Maryland’s preeminent public policy and research center, the William Donald Schaefer Center for Public Policy is Maryland’s go to resource for informed public sector decision making and leadership development.
Mission
The Schaefer Center’s mission is to help government and nonprofit organizations help people by leveraging the expertise of the university community in its work to:
Prepare public servants for the challenge of tomorrow through its professional development programs.
Develop future leaders through applied learning activities for students
Inform decision-makers through applied research, technical assistance, and program evaluation.
Promote public discourse through policy analysis and conferences.