The DeVoe L. Moore Center

Mission Statement As an interdisciplinary, applied public policy research institute, we examine the role of the private sector in addressing pressing concerns relevant to Florida. Via a market-oriented perspective, we analyze, develop, and propose policy recommendations and guidance for policy makers at the state and local level. Primary Products and Outputs The DeVoe L. Moore Center’s primary activities involve policy-oriented research in its respective focus areas. This research is critically dependent on research assistance provided by undergraduate and graduate students and is made available to the general public and policy makers through a wide range of published products which include: - Research reports on topics such as business regulation, urban planning, urban redevelopment, and fiscal policy - Policy briefings on current and relevant policy issues - Commentary on publication outlets, including regular contributions to the Tallahassee Democrat - Expert legislative testimony by professional staff and faculty - Presentations at professional conferences and seminars, including the Association of Private Enterprise Education - Research projects targeted toward academic publication as peer-reviewed journal articles - Research-oriented articles for publication on the center’s blog site. Internship and Research Assistant Program As the working and leveraging arm of the DeVoe L. Moore Center, the Internship and Research Assistant Program is responsible for a substantial portion of the center’s output for publications and analysis on government regulation and public policy issues. The program welcomes undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in areas of government, public policy, and entrepreneurship. Prospective interns may contact Dr. Samuel Staley, the director of the center, through an email inquiry to sstaley@fsu.edu or leaving a written statment of interest in the center’s office at 150 Bellamy Building.