Seminars

Women, Law & Public Policy Seminar

November 9 – 11, 2012

Meet with women attorneys who influence national policy making every day and learn about career opportunities in the Congress, government agencies, advocacy groups, and public interest law firms.

Women & Science/Technology Policy Seminar

January 7 – 11, 2013

Discuss key issues with women leaders working in the fields of science and technology policy and visit key sites including Congress, government agencies, and scientific organizations involved in policymaking.

Women & Public Policy Seminar

January 14 – 18, 2013

Observe the national policy making process first-hand by learning from women who make public policy while developing practical professional skills. Students may select a specialized policy track with issue-specific briefings and site visits: Education or Healthcare.

Women & Congress Seminar

March 18 – 22, 2013

Observe the work of Congress and learn from leaders in the House and Senate and their staff while learning what it takes to work in politics in Washington, D.C. Learn about Congressional priority issues in domestic and international policy.

Women & International Policy Seminar

May 20 – 24, 2013

Explore foreign policy issues with women decision makers in world affairs and learn about public policy career opportunities in international relations. Students may select a specialized policy track with issue-specific briefings and site visits: Human Rights Policy or International Security Policy.

 

                    

        
Students travel to Capital Hill to meet with former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi