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August 23, 2010
Using the Law to Shape Policy and Benefit the Environment
Growing up in Mount Desert Island, Maine, inside the majestic Acadia National Park enabled Elly Pepper to see the direct benefits of environmental law.
August 22, 2010
Combining Faith, Advocacy and the Law to Help Others
"There are a lot of people who have made poor decisions and don’t have a support system. I have the capability of providing that for them. That’s really important to me,” said Lindsey Vann, L'12.
August 19, 2010
August 18, 2010
Caitlin Smith, '12, spent her summer preparing for a career in the biology lab
Caitlin Smith, ’12, hopes to pursue a career in biological research. She learned firsthand what such a career would be like as she spent her summer in Dr. Laura Runyen-Janecky’s biology lab doing full-time research.
Internships 2010: Job with WorldTeach an opportunity to explore life abroad
After doing an internship in the U.S., Jennifer Loughnane decided to intern with WorldTeach Namibia to gain practical experience abroad and figure out what she wants to do after graduation.
Alumnus turns undergraduate opportunities into a successful career in government service
Matt Bruning, ’03, is serving as a senior member of Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell’s policy staff.
Internships 2010: Confronting issues of gender and discrimination
A Robert L. Burrus Jr. fellowship gives Emily Prior, ’11, a chance to tackle issues such as human trafficking, female genital mutilation, and domestic violence.
August 13, 2010
Summer internships offer range of experiences for Civic Fellows
From launching new business ventures to teaching African drumming, Civic Fellows use internships to connect their academic interests to community involvement.
Students conduct statistical analyses for high-profile state agencies
Students discovered the relevance and complexity of working with real-world data when they conducted statistical analyses for the Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia on issues ranging from same-sex marriage to immigration to globalization.
To aid and guide students, mentor and teacher has an open door and open mind
"Student development is about developing the whole student — intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, physically, and socially," says Kerstin Soderlund, who meets with parents and students during Orientation and beyond.