Policy In Action
Be a Policy in Action leader! In this program, you’ll learn how policy is developed, passed, and enacted from state and local leaders. Through guest speakers, discussion, and a trip to the Illinois General Assembly in Springfield, you’ll experience the political process, policymaking, and learn about public governance.
To be part of the program, you must be able to commit to all five sessions:
Tuesdays from 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
- Session 1: April 21 – Focus on local government
- Session 2: April 28 – Untangling the legislative process
- Session 3: May 5 – Shaping policy through civic engagement
- Session 4: May 12 – Lobbying
All day May 19: All expenses paid trip to the Illinois General Assembly in Springfield - free transportation and food!
Register Here by April 12th Policy In Action Registration – Fill out form
Contact Kelly Bencola at Kelly.bencola@northwestern.edu with questions