L.P. Cookingham Institute of Urban Affairs

Welcome to the L.P. Cookingham Institute of Urban Affairs in the Department of Public Affairs of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. The Institute works to advance scholarship and practice in urban affairs through education, research, and public service outreach. We invite you to explore our website and learn more about what we offer.

Mission Statement

The Cookingham Institute’s mission is to advance scholarship and practice in urban policy and management through education, research, and service. Our work is based on our commitment to public service broadly defined and inclusive of multiple disciplines and stakeholders. In keeping with this commitment, we seek to provide a national example of excellence in urban scholarship and university-based community engagement.