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The Nova Southeastern University Center for Public Service Innovation and Research (CPSIR) delivers real-world policy and implementation solutions for local governments and nonprofit organizations. We align public administration research and best practices with community needs to build systems that are effective, responsive, and resilient. 

Why Partner with CPSIR?

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Collaborate with skilled faculty, doctoral, and graduate students
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Receive support in strategic planning, code/policy updates, and budget analysis
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Access to student internships and fellowships
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Leverage custom-designed surveys, focus groups, and community engagement
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Workforce training and development resources
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Identify funding opportunities through grant writing and feasibility studies
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Host meetings or events using NSU facilities
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Benefit from flexible, cost-effective partnerships—no procurement delays

 

About the Center

To deliver practical, research-based public solutions that strengthen local institutions and help communities thrive. 

To be the premier academic partner for public sector innovation and operational excellence. 

  • Where Theory Meets Practice: Faculty-mentored student projects deliver measurable results for real-world challenges. 
  • Built On Partnerships: Collaborations are formalized through MOUs, ILAs, and tailored scopes of work. 
  • Flexible Delivery: Our services scale from short-term consulting to long-term planning and implementation. 

 

 

Partnership Opportunities 

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Partner Models

  • Short-term: Internships, feasibility studies, and workforce training
  • Long-term: MOUs, service agreements, and teaching cohorts

Services We Offer

  • Strategic planning and workforce development
  • City code and policy updates
  • Survey design and data analysis
  • Budget forecasting and performance audits
  • Grant research, proposal writing, and project management
  • Innovation labs and community engagement sessions

Partner Benefits

  • Avoid procurement hurdles
  • Cost-effective, university-backed solutions
  • Access to NSU facilities
  • Enhanced stakeholder trust and satisfaction

 

 

Student Opportunities 

  • Closure projects for DPA students
  • Practicum and capstone projects for MPA students
  • Research assistantships and fellowships

  • Project management
  • Client presentations and reporting
  • Policy analysis and negotiation strategies
  • Government and nonprofit consulting

Each student-led project is mentored by expert NSU public administration faculty and supported by the Center Director.

 

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Contact Us

Randy Cross, Ed.D.

Director, Center for Public Services Innovation and Research

Assistant Professor of Public Administration

Office: (954) 262-5027

Email: rcross@nova.edu 

Adam M. Williams, Ph.D. 

Chair, Department of Public Administration and Real Estate Development

Professor of Public Administration 

Email: awillia3@nova.edu