Strategic Issues Program, University of Denver

els have examined important public policy issues including Colorado's economic future, water future, state constitution, immigration, state government and campaign finance. Whatever the topic, the purpose of all strategic issues panels is to study a critical public issue and provide non-partisan recommendations to raise the level of public awareness and provide a basis for informed policy deliberations. SIP works to raise the visibility of important issues with the media, legislators and the public and to develop thoughtful recommendations that reflect the collective insight of panel members. This is achieved through an open process of informed discourse and consensus-based decision making. Perhaps most important is what SIP does not do. It does not advocate particular policy positions, even those recommended by strategic issues panels. In brief, the role of the program is to inform, not advocate.