Saturday, June 21, 2008

Applications for the 2008 Campaign Academy!

The Mark Strama for State Representative Campaign Academy is a unique summer opportunity for high school and college students to work inside a high-profile campaign. You will learn the nuts and bolts of modern politics as well as the important policy questions that confront state government. Daily lunch speakers will include current and former elected officials, political consultants, university professors, and state policy experts.

Campaign Academy is dedicated to ensuring that every student has a rewarding and challenging experience, while making a difference in the political system.

General Information

Dates: June 23, 2008 - July 25, 2008
Daily Schedule (M-F, Optional Weekends): 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (lunch provided)
Location: 1107 N I-35, Austin, TX (at Travis County Democratic Coordinated Campaign HQ)

Special accommodation may be made for students with part-time summer jobs who wish to participate less than the required 8 hours per day.

Apply!

The application deadline is Tuesday, June 17th.

To apply, download the 2008 Campaign Academy Application or email the following information directly to kt@markstrama.com.

Name:
Age:
Address:
Email:
Phone:
School:
Incoming Grade:
Brief Essay:

In your brief essay of no more than 350 words, describe your interest in the Campaign Academy and in politics in general, as well as any previous experience you have in politics.

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