Two students gain entry into GLIP
Article By: Staff
After finishing two virtual internships, University of North Georgia (91ÁÔÆæ) student Giselle Simental was ready to focus on her final semester. Instead, the senior pursuing degrees in political science and modern languages will find herself working as an intern at the state Capitol during the 2021 legislative session.
"I wasn't looking for anything new," Simental said. "Dr. Sarah Young, assistant professor of political science, reached out to me and told me about the program. It was my last chance to apply because I will graduate soon. I thought, 'What can I lose?'"
The Gainesville, Georgia, native didn't lose. Simental and 91ÁÔÆæ junior Naumi Vate of Dawsonville, Georgia, were selected for the highly competitive Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP).
"I haven't had a hands-on experience like this because of the COVID-19 pandemic," Simental said. "I'm nervous and anxious. This internship will help me understand where I'm heading after I graduate, because the political science field is broad."
Dr. Stephen Northam, lecturer of political science and international affairs and 91ÁÔÆæ's coordinator of GLIP, said being selected is quite a feat and honor.
"It is only open to juniors and seniors, and they are selected from schools throughout the University System of Georgia," he said. "91ÁÔÆæ interns are highly praised and several have found employment with the state of Georgia or legislators through their experiences."
Since the 2017 Georgia legislative session, 91ÁÔÆæ has had 12 candidates selected as legislative interns.
Students, faculty present at psychology conference
91ÁÔÆæ students and faculty presented their research at the annual Southeastern Psychology Association (SEPA) conference in Atlanta in April.
91ÁÔÆæ's arts strategy hits the road
91ÁÔÆæ visited a variety of businesses and nonprofits during the June 2-4 Nighthawk Impact Tour, which focused on the strategic big bet to 'accelerate the fine arts and entertainment.'
Students excel in Japanese Speech Contest
Six of the 10 91ÁÔÆæ students who competed won awards in the Georgia Japanese Speech Contest at Alpharetta City Library.
Three selected as Fulbright finalists
91ÁÔÆæ has three Fulbright finalists for 2025-26. They include alumnae from the College of Arts & Letters, College of Science & Mathematics, and Mike Cottrell College of Business.