Welcome to the Barbara Jordan Policy Research Center

Advancing public policy and survey research, inspiring change—honoring Barbara Jordan’s legacy.

Research for a Better Future

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.

ABOUT US

  • The Barbara Jordan Policy Research and Survey Center is committed to advancing scholarly inquiry and fostering solutions to urban challenges through interdisciplinary research and community engagement. As part of Texas Southern University, our work reflects TSU’s dedication to academic

    excellence, innovation, and service.

  • We serve as a hub for students to engage in immersive survey research, equipping them with critical thinking and practical skills essential for addressing societal issues. By combining mentorship-driven learning with real-world applications, the center is cultivating a new generation of leaders ready to make meaningful contributions to their communities. 

  • Named in honor of the trailblazing Texas congresswoman, our center embodies her unwavering commitment to social justice and public service. We aim to continue her legacy by inspiring transformative research and education that uplifts marginalized voices and promotes equitable solutions. 

Read our latest public opinion research where Texans’ share their Views on Education and Legislative Priorities

 

We are here at Texas Southern University

The Jordan Research Center is located at Texas Southern University and it is here to empower faculty, students, and our community with meaningful survey research.

Our services

  • Public Policy Review

  • Survey Research

  • Policy Development

    Policy Development

  • Public Speaking

Meet our team

  • Tai Schell, PSY.D

  • Larissa O’Connor, MD

  • Emmett Marsh, PHD

  • Lana Vargas, ND, LAc

“It is reason, and not passion, which must guide our deliberations, guide our debate, and guide our decision.”

— U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE BARBARA JORDAN

Our Publications

February 2025
Survey Research

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