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2019 Government Relations Network Alternative Spring Break Advocacy and Leadership Conference

Over spring break, 65 Miami University students and Miami University’s President will participate in the Government Relations Network Alternative Spring Break Advocacy and Leadership Conference. During the Conference, students will meet with members of the Ohio Congressional Delegation and members of the Ohio General Assembly. In these meetings, students will advocate for higher education and Miami University by sharing their own Miami experiences with members and staff. Students will present to members and staff undergraduate research and experiential learning opportunities that they have engaged in at two poster sessions, one on Capitol Hill and the other at the Ohio Statehouse. Students will also hear from state and federal policymakers on leadership, citizenship, and advocacy.

Here’s a look at a few of our participants.

Alexia Wing
First-year, [email protected]
Major: Early Childhood Education
Hometown: Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Campus Involvement:

  • Government Relations Network
  • Miami University College Republicans
  • Faith and Fitness
  • Miami University Pep Band

Why Miami: I chose Miami because of its academic reputation and the way I felt when visiting the campus. Advisors, Professors, and Staff all treat me like an individual, despite the large number of students on campus.

U.S. Congressional Member: Steve Stivers
Ohio Senator: Brian Hill
Ohio House Member: Tim Schaffer

 

Jasmine Spencer
Senior, [email protected]
Major: Marking and Interactive Media Studies      Minor: Writing
Hometown: Dayton, OH 45458
Campus Involvement:

  • National Association of Black Accountants
  • Alpha Phi Omega
  • Dreamkeepers Mentor with Cincinnati Public Schools

Why Miami: I chose Miami University because of the outstanding reputation of the Farmer School of Business and because it offers unique opportunities for undergraduate students to study abroad and conduct research. When I visited campus, I immediately felt comfortable
and knew that I could grow personally and professionally with the support of dedicated faculty.

U.S. Congressional Member: Mike Turner
Ohio Senator: Peggy Lehner
Ohio House Member: Jim Butler

 

Caitlyn Picard
Sophomore, [email protected]
Major: Kinesiology      Minors: Human Capital Management and Leadership
Hometown: New Baden, IL 62265 (St. Louis area)
Campus Involvement:

  • Secretary of Delta Epsilon Mu Pre-health fraternity, Phi Chapter
  • Liaison for Delta Epsilon Mu on the Professional Fraternity Council
  • President of the Theta Class of Delta Epsilon Mu, Phi Chapter
  • Student Brand Ambassador for Kaplan Test Prep at Miami University
  • Circulation Desk employee at King Library

Why Miami: I originally came to Miami when I was 13 years old for the girl’s Miami School of
Hockey. At the time, I wasn’t really thinking about college, but a few years later I came back to coach the overnight summer camp, and haven’t left the campus since. I have had so many incredible opportunities since joining the Miami family, and I could not be happier with my decision to make this my home for four years.

U.S. Congressional Member: John Shimkus