
About IRISS
The Institute for Research in the Social Sciences (IRISS) at Colorado State University aims to connect and support social scientists with other researchers, as well as university, community, and industry partners. At our core, we:
- Enhance social science research capacity
- Improve grant competitiveness campus-wide
- Promote interdisciplinary research networking opportunities
- Provide and support research methods training
IRISS is a Level II Research CORE funded by The Office of the Vice President for Research.
IRISS is currently accepting new projects. Ask us how we can help with your project!

Mission
We empower research teams and partners to address complex challenges through applied social science.
Vision
Social science leading transformative change.
Our Values
- Collaboration
- Ethical
- Empowerment
- Expertise
Membership
IRISS is a member of:
- Association of Academic Survey Research Organizations (AASRO)
- American Association of Public Opinion Research (AAPOR)