IUP Experiences Democracy in Action
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IUP Professors Michele Papakie (Journalism and PR) and David Chambers (Political Science) plan to take 40 students to the 2016 Republican and Democratic National Conventions this July!
Earlier this month, we took 29 students on a day-long bus trip to the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg to participate in a rally and talk to their legislators about passing the state budget. It was exhilarating to see today's students -- our future leaders -- so excited to be participating in their democracy! We want to take their interest in civic engagement to the next level this summer.
To do so, through The Washington Center , we need to raise nearly $5,000 per student. Our students are saddled with enough college debt to just get their degrees; we want to fund this additional, amazing experience for them! They will have the unique opportunity to ENGAGE in either the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio, July 10-22, or the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Pa., July 17-29.
Applications and downpayments are due March 1, and all bills must be paid by May 1.
We intend to shake every money tree we can find to fund this adventure for the students who have expressed a desire to go with us. Your personal donation will not only make their dream a reality, but it will also serve as a vote of confidence in our next generation of American leaders.
To make your donation extra special, why not support a student you know specifically? Make a donation in his/her name!
Participants include: Jessica Arrayo, Sarah Aycock, Hanna Beightley, Cody Benjamin, Constance Brown, Justin Capouellez, Patrick Crossan, Kelsey Durham, Lindsey Gibson, Christopher Hayes, Ethan Hurst, Chelsea Johnson, Jedidiah Johnson, Taylor Johnson, Sidney Kinney, Emily Larkin, Kaitlyn Leonard, Vincent Lopez, Taja Luckett, Alexandria Mansfield, Ryan McClintock, Maggie McGahen, Nicholas Moctezuma, Carson Nicholas, Guleah Ozkim, Anthony Petrucelli, Catherine Putt, Lauren Qoyawayma, Nicolette Querry, Jada Richardson, Nicolette Santiago, Erin Serre, Pete Sirianni, Brian Swatt, Jacqueline Viscusi, Katherine Ward, Brandon Weber and Renee Williamson.
Earlier this month, we took 29 students on a day-long bus trip to the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg to participate in a rally and talk to their legislators about passing the state budget. It was exhilarating to see today's students -- our future leaders -- so excited to be participating in their democracy! We want to take their interest in civic engagement to the next level this summer.
To do so, through The Washington Center , we need to raise nearly $5,000 per student. Our students are saddled with enough college debt to just get their degrees; we want to fund this additional, amazing experience for them! They will have the unique opportunity to ENGAGE in either the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio, July 10-22, or the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Pa., July 17-29.
Applications and downpayments are due March 1, and all bills must be paid by May 1.
We intend to shake every money tree we can find to fund this adventure for the students who have expressed a desire to go with us. Your personal donation will not only make their dream a reality, but it will also serve as a vote of confidence in our next generation of American leaders.
To make your donation extra special, why not support a student you know specifically? Make a donation in his/her name!
Participants include: Jessica Arrayo, Sarah Aycock, Hanna Beightley, Cody Benjamin, Constance Brown, Justin Capouellez, Patrick Crossan, Kelsey Durham, Lindsey Gibson, Christopher Hayes, Ethan Hurst, Chelsea Johnson, Jedidiah Johnson, Taylor Johnson, Sidney Kinney, Emily Larkin, Kaitlyn Leonard, Vincent Lopez, Taja Luckett, Alexandria Mansfield, Ryan McClintock, Maggie McGahen, Nicholas Moctezuma, Carson Nicholas, Guleah Ozkim, Anthony Petrucelli, Catherine Putt, Lauren Qoyawayma, Nicolette Querry, Jada Richardson, Nicolette Santiago, Erin Serre, Pete Sirianni, Brian Swatt, Jacqueline Viscusi, Katherine Ward, Brandon Weber and Renee Williamson.
Organizer
Michele Papakie
Organizer
Brush Valley, PA
