Women & Congress Seminar
Session I: March 3-7, 2008
Session II: March 10-14, 2008
Wonder what it takes to become a Congresswoman?
Want to experience Congressional procedure first-hand?
Interested in how a recent graduate can impact policy on Capitol Hill?
In the Women & Congress Seminar you will:
- Meet and discuss issues with Congresswomen , members of congressional committees, legislative staff and representatives of groups that lobby Congress.
- Participate in a hearing simulation on a hot issue debated by Congress after attending committee hearings and sessions in the House and Senate.
- Discover how to get your foot in the door on Capitol Hill .
Speakers include women serving in the House and Senate, professional staff members of congressional committees and advocacy organizations.
Although topics may change from year to year, past panels have included:
- What Your Textbooks Don't Tell You: How Congress Really Works
- Making and Influencing Public Policy on Capitol Hill
- Preparing for Your First Job in Washington
- Women's Issues in Congress
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"Before coming here I felt like I was so far removed from politics and government, but now I've learned that it is very relevant to what I want to do. I know now that it is possible for me to make a difference in the things that I'm passionate about." - Participant in PLEN's Women & Congress Seminar |
Program Fees
Registration Fee:
There is a non-refundable registration fee of $40.
Seminar Fee:
$180 for Students from PLEN Member Institutions
$225 for Students from PLEN Associate Member Institutions
$300 for Students from Non-PLEN Schools
Check if your school is a PLEN Member.
These fees do not cover expenses for transportation and most meals. Seminar housing is available for an additional cost.
Learn about obtaining funding for PLEN programs .
Housing
Double Room: $318 (Checking in on Monday, March 3/10. Checking out Friday, March 7/14)
Triple Room: $238.66 (Checking in on Monday, March 3/10. Checking out Friday, March 7/14)
PLEN has negotiated a discount rate with the Carlyle Suites Hotel, located in the Dupont Circle area of Washington, DC. Please do not contact the hotel to make a reservation; PLEN will make the reservation for you.
Registration Deadline
DEADLINE EXTENDED!! February 15, 2008
Click here to register online or download a registration form and mail it to the PLEN office.
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Preliminary Conference Schedule
Monday
Seminar Registration & Opening Dinner
Tuesday
Attend explanation of lawmaking process by staff of the Congressional Research Service and briefings on current legislative issues.
Wednesday
Meet with Congresswomen and staff. Attend congressional committee hearings. Participate in evening committee hearing simulation.
Thursday
Meet with women in government relations. Observe sessions of House and Senate. Visit offices of Congresswomen and meet with staff.
Friday
Attend closing mentor session.
Seminar concludes by 1:00 p.m.
