The Policy Engagement Program brings together students interested in natural resources, agricultural and environmental issues with policy leaders from throughout Minnesota. This in-depth series will provide students with an opportunity to work within the legislative process and gain an on-the-ground understanding of the methods and techniques used to influence our political process.

Lessons-learned will span the policy, political, and advocacy spectrum. PEP Fellows will have the unique opportunity to meet and work with lobbyists, state agency leaders, elected officials, issue advocates, and citizen ambassadors. This perspective will allow students to get a good feel for the tensions between often-competing interests —and how these tensions shape the political and legislative process.

PEP Fellows are expected to commit to a series of eight to ten meetings held in the evenings on campus between October and April. One session will be held during the day at the state capitol.

Complete this form to receive notification when the application is available for the 2023-2024 program.

Contact Mary Buschette, Director of Alumni & Constituent Relations at cfanspep@umn.edu with any questions.