One week before Barack Obama’s inauguration, the Institute of Governmental Affairs plans an evening Policy Watch Seminar titled “Challenges for the President.” Organizers said faculty members will address issues in these areas: social, economic, legal and constitutional, and foreign policy.

The panelists:

• Kimberlee Shauman
Associate professor of sociology

• Alan M. Taylor
Professor of economics

• Carlton Larson
Acting professor of law

• Miroslav Nincic
Professor of political science

After the faculty presentations, the audience will be invited to ask questions and make comments. Moderator: political science professor Zeev Maoz.

WHEN: 7 p.m. Jan. 13

WHERE: Ballroom, Activities and Recreation Center

ADMISSION: Free and open to the public.