Welcome to the Public Opinion Research Laboratory

Through the careful execution of survey research focused on the issues concerning the community, the voice of the public becomes a powerful factor in shaping public policy and aiding in any decision-making process

The Public Opinion Research Laboratory (PORL) is a full-service survey research facility that provides tailored research to fulfill each client's individual needs. Since its opening in March of 2001, the PORL has conducted over 215 public opinion surveys and its services include consulting, questionnaire design, population sampling, data collection, analysis, and a full, detailed report of charted results as well as a written description of findings. As of July 27, 2015, PORL is a Charter Member of the American Association for Public Opinion Research Transparency Initiative.    

 Mission   

The Public Opinion Research Laboratory conducts studies that contribute to the knowledge and understanding of salient social, economic, political, and health issues. The Public Opinion Research Laboratory provides a public service by: informing our clients and policymakers of public opinions, offering experiential learning to students, and producing research of the highest caliber of academic integrity.

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  2017 Annual Report