The Emerson Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to learn about the political system through direct exposure to public and private sector roles in public policy development. Sponsored by the Emerson Endowment at Westminster College, the Fellowship is a three month summer experience in Washington DC. The Emerson Fellow earns three college credit hours and is awarded a stipend of $3,000. The Fellowship is open to all students of junior class standing with majors in any discipline, field or profession.

Click here for a letter from Frank "Swanzy" Essien (the 2006 Emerson Fellow) to the 2006 Juniors (Graduating May 2008) about applying to the Emerson Fellowship!

The application process for the 2007 Fellowship is now open.  Check out the links below for more information.

The Bill Emerson Fellowship  

Time Commitment

Eligibility  

The Program 

Application Process

Advisory Committee

Selection Process

   For more information:  

Contact the Internship Coordinator by e-mail, call 573-592-5381,

  or make an appointment to visit the Internship Office at Newnham Hall, lower level.

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