Joely Goss’s journey is a testament to the life-changing experience of the Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program, particularly its pivotal component: professional development. Her story demonstrates how the program’s strong focus on refining professional skills propelled her toward a thriving career.  During this summer, Goss embarked on a remarkable internship at the CKH Group, a prominent global consulting firm headquartered in Atlanta, GA. While CKH Group primarily specializes in accounting and tax services, it was also venturing into the field […]

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Victoria Niton, a College of Arts and Sciences student, recently embarked on a journey that transitioned her from the heart of American politics to the culturally rich streets of Antigua, Guatemala. Her experiences have not only proven transformative but have also illuminated a path forward in her academic and career pursuits.  Niton’s journey began with the educational groundwork, preparing her for the unique opportunities that awaited her in Washington, D.C. The “do’s and don’ts” of professionalism that she learned played […]

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Addie Grace Pyron’s journey through the Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program led her to a remarkable summer internship that left an enduring mark on her professional growth and personal development.   Pyron’s summer internship was with the Intervention Court at the Harrison County Courthouse in Mississippi, where she worked closely with Circuit Court Judge Randi Mueller. During her internship, Pyron not only gained practical knowledge of the justice system but also discovered a profound understanding of herself and the demands of […]

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Emily Smith has been hanging out along the Potomac for the past two summers, but not as a tourist.  As a participant of the 2022 A&S Professional Development Program in Washington, DC, Emily successfully used her connections and experience to land internships in Washington during the summers of 2022 and 2023.  During the 2022 DC trip, Emily attended site visits at government agencies, toured the United States Capitol, met with congressional leaders and their staffs, interviewed a lobbyist, and networked […]

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Austin Smithson, a major in Political Science with a minor in Public Policy Studies, secured a prestigious internship with The White House Internship Program in the Executive Office of the President and Office of Public Engagement during the fall of 2022. Today, he works as the Executive Assistant to the Office of Governmental Affairs at New York Life Insurance in Washington, D.C. Smithson’s favorite aspect of the program was its immersive nature, providing him with the opportunity to engage with […]

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Marcella Martinez, with a dual major in Economics and Political Science, embarked on an impactful journey. Her summer 2022 internship at the U.S. House of Representatives Office of Congresswoman Terri Sewell, followed by being a Local Intern at The White House, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs in spring 2023, paved the way for her current role as a Federal Relations Assistant for an insurance company in the nation’s capital. Martinez’s favorite part of the program was the revelation of diverse internship […]

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Molly Thomas, a student of Environmental Science and French with a minor in Blount, took her internship at The Westervelt Company in spring 2023 as a steppingstone toward her goal of becoming a sustainability consultant. Thomas’s vision is to combine her undergraduate studies with her STEM Path to MBA program to help businesses embrace eco-friendly practices. Her favorite aspect of the program was the opportunity to connect with motivated peers and alumni, witnessing their dreams come to fruition over the […]

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John Dodd, majoring in Political Science and Public Relations, set out on a path that led him to a Master of Public Administration graduate program, which will be followed by attending the Cumberland School of Law in 2025. His summer 2022 internship as an Operations Fellow with the House Democratic Caucus laid the foundation for his current roles as a Field Director for Stacey Abrams for Governor and a Mayoral Assistant for the City of Tuscaloosa. Dodd’s favorite part of […]

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Andy Hannah, Jr., a Political Science major with a minor in Ethical Group Behavioral Studies, found inspiration in his internship experiences at the U.S. House of Representatives Office of Congresswoman Terri Sewell and the UA Crimson Entrepreneurship Academy. His plan for post-college is to work with the Department of Housing and Urban Development or the Small Business Administration, actively contributing to the advancement of minority and underserved communities. Hannah emphasized the significance of the UA in DC event, which facilitated […]

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