Public Policy Leaders
Program Career Courses
Start exploring policy careers with these noncredit career courses! These programs are open to any interested student.
Think Tanks & Advocacy
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Students will learn the foundational skills needed to write clear, persuasive, and evidence-based policy analyses. This session will focus on crafting compelling narratives, answering key policy questions, and communicating effectively for careers in policy research and think tanks.
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In this session students will learn how think tanks conduct research and develop policy recommendations. Students will explore different types of think tanks research methodologies, and relationships with government, nonprofit, and other stakeholders.
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This session introduces students to careers in national security policy, including roles at think tanks, research institutions, legislative offices, and advocacy organizations.
State & Local Legislation
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This session focuses on public finance and examines how state and local governments generate, allocate, and manage public funds. Students will explore the role of budgeting, taxation, and public expenditures in shaping public services and policy outcomes.
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This session explores how state legislatures and government agencies work together to develop, implement, and oversee public policy. Students will examine the roles of elected officials and legislative committees in shaping policy outcomes.
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This session examines how local governments and city agencies develop, implement, and evaluate public policies. Students will explore how community needs are identified and translated into policy decisions, as well as how local programs are assessed for effectiveness.