Welcome to the Barbara Jordan Policy Research and Survey Center
Our approach
At the Barbara Jordan Policy Research and Survey Center located at Texas Southern University (TSU), we are dedicated to advancing research that addresses pressing urban challenges. As a beacon of interdisciplinary collaboration, our center empowers students and faculty to develop innovative, real-world solutions while honoring the legacy of Barbara Jordan—an advocate for justice, accountability, and civic engagement.
FEATURED REPORT: What Texans Really Think About Juneteenth & the Legacy of Slavery
A groundbreaking new report from the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University explores how Texans understand Juneteenth and view the enduring effects of slavery in American society.
Based on a representative survey of 1,200 registered Texas voters, this report offers a rare, data-driven look at how race, history, education, and partisanship shape public opinion. With Juneteenth now a federal holiday, the report arrives at a critical moment for understanding how far public knowledge—and public reckoning—has come.
On-Campus and Virtual Access
Located at Texas Southern University, the Barbara Jordan Policy and Survey Research Center offers both in-person and virtual engagement for seamless access to research and collaboration.
Research & Engagement
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Internships
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Policy Research
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Survey Research
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Volunteer
Meet our team
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Michael O. Adams, PHD
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“Strong research starts with true representation. By oversampling Black and Brown communities in Texas, we empower students to lead meaningful survey research that can inform policy, uplift communities, and drive change.”
— MICHAEL O. ADAMS, PHD., DIRECTOR
