The Institute of Politics (IOP) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill aims to engage and inspire students, particularly undergraduates, to pursue careers in politics and public service. Consistent with the University’s collaborative and interdisciplinary culture, the Institute of Politics strives to unite students, academics, and political leaders from a wide spectrum of disciplines and ideologies. Furthermore, the Institute is dedicated to bridging the gap between the academic and political spheres through programming designed to foster engaging and productive dialogue between the two.