University of Rochester

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Political Engagement

Students interested in pursuing academic research and internships in local, state, or federal government are encouraged to contact faculty in their department or in the Department of Political Science. A number of Study Abroad programs are also available for students interested in research and internship opportunities abroad. Numerous student organizations such as the Students' Association Senate, All-Campus Judicial Council (ACJC), Undergraduate Political Science Council, College Democrats, College Republicans, Students for Liberty, and Students for Social Justice also encourage participation in local and national affairs through on- and off-campus programming.

R' World R' Vote

This student-coordinated initiative encourages students to be politically engaged and active participants in the democratic process. Projects include voter registration, policy briefings, legislative action, and opportunities to meet with elected officials.

• We welcome back Campus Camp Wellstone to the University March 23-24. Please sign up here 

The trainers focus on concrete skills like campaign planning, organizing, message development, recruitment, and leadership. Campus Camp Wellstone is a great way to network, meet other involved students, gain new skills, and take action. More information about Campus Camp Wellstone’s individual sessions can be found here: http://www.wellstone.org/our-programs/campus-camp-wellstone/what-campus-camp-wellstone-what-does-it-teach. The weekend will run Friday afternoon and early evening and all day on Saturday. Friday dinner as well as Saturday breakfast and lunch will be catered and provided to all attending students.

REGISTRATION Deadline- Tuesday March 20th at 11:59pm. Questions? Comments? Please email RWorldRVote@rochester.edu

• R'World, R'Vote Sponsors Health Care Reform Discussion
  • Part I—Steve Goldstein and Jim Fatula
  • Part II—Theodore Brown
  • Part III—Q & A
• R’World, R’Vote Coordinator Appears with Congressman Dan Maffei

National Campaign for Political and Civic Engagement

In the fall of 2003 the University of Rochester was one of 22 schools invited to join the National Campaign for Political and Civic Engagement, an initiative of the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. Participating schools work individually and collectively to develop programs on electoral politics, build foundations in civic education, and provide resources and information on careers in public affairs and politics. Selected Rochester students have the opportunity to attend the annual conference of the Institute of Politics at Harvard University.

Related Links

Press Release on the 2005 Mayoral Forum
Monroe County Board of Elections