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Hassan Davis is working this summer with 23 East Communications Group and MARTA to support their social media, communications, and outreach initiatives while putting his production and post-production skills to work. Hassan completed the 2-year Inclusive Digital Expression and Literacy (IDEAL) Program in Spring 2024 and will continue to take classes at Georgia Statenext year. Hassan is a skilled video editor, a lover of trains, and a natural on camera.

Georgia State University student Caleb Spainhour worked recently as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP). Spainhour, of Nicholasville, Ky., is a third year Law and Society Interdisciplinary Studies student in the College of Arts and Sciences. Caleb hopes to attend law school in the future, and believes that his GLIP placement will help him gain relevant experience in his career path. As an intern, Spainhour's responsibilities included researching proposed policies and legislation in neighboring states, compiling reports on bills, and keeping an eye out for concerns of other members. Spainhour said he was excited by "the networking opportunities that are found nowhere else in Georgia." The College of Arts and Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Emily Bullington worked recently as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

Georgia State University student Ian Ellison worked recently as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

Georgia State University student Lauryn Bennet-Walker worked as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly recently through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

Georgia State University student Terrence Means worked recently as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

Georgia State University student Anthony Hill is working as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

Georgia State University student Abi-Sarah Maiga is working as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP).

As a part of its efforts to ensure environmental sustainability, Surya Sekhar Pal led a team of the Biocon Foundation which has brought back to life the dying 35-acre Hebbagodi Lake in the Indian state of Karnataka, leading to a significant improvement in the water quality and the return of flora and fauna. The plantlets were planted and trees were painted with bi-color straps of orange and yellow in order to prevent cracking and splitting of barks and prevent growing of diseases, fungus and insects. It bought restoration of the Lake and also rejuvenation of the aquatic ecosystem.

Georgia State University student Muskaan Patel is working as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP). Patel is a junior pre-law/criminal justice interdisciplinary studies major in the College of Arts and Sciences. Patel, from McDonough, said her top goal while interning is to learn the lawmaking process in real-time. "I consider myself lucky to be able to participate in GLIP because it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that only a few get," said Patel. As an intern, Patel is working for the House Ways and Means Committee where she assists with writing letters, greeting visitors, attending committee meetings, retrieving committee bills, and handling constituent issues. Patel plans to go to law school and one day own a law firm. In addition to interning, Muskaan works at her family-owned gas station and convenience store. GLIP is run by Amy Steigerwalt, Professor of Political Science at Georgia State. The College of Arts and Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Tanya Paniagua Zamora is working as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP). Zamora is a third-year law and society interdisciplinary studies major in the College of Arts and Sciences. She said she has always had an interest in the government process and has found her first few weeks in the program enlightening. "Not only do I get to witness how our state legislative process works, but I also get to be a part of it," Zamora said. As an intern, Zamora's duties include answering phone calls from constituents all over the state, handling special files, and assisting with administrative needs in the Speaker's Office. She also attends House floor sessions. After graduating from Georgia State, Zamora plans to attend law school. GLIP is run by Amy Steigerwalt, Professor of Political Science at Georgia State. The College of Arts and Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Jennifer Wang is working as an intern at the Georgia General Assembly through the university's Georgia Legislative Intern Program (GLIP). Wang is a third-year Political Science major in the College of Arts and Sciences. Wang, from Tucker, said the internship is helping her study the ins and outs of the legal process. "First-hand experience of interning at the state capitol will help me decide if I want to work in state government," said Wang, who is an aspiring lawyer. As an intern, she works for the House Ethics Committee, Higher Education Committee, and State Properties Committee, helping with errands and aiding with administrative processes. Wang, a member of Georgia State's Japanese Student Association, plans to take the LSAT after graduating next year and plans to pursue a career as an immigration lawyer. GLIP is run by Amy Steigerwalt, Professor of Political Science at Georgia State. The College of Arts and Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Madison Shaw is interning with the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP), which offers students the opportunity to intern full-time for Georgia legislators, committees, and staff. Shaw, of Canton, is a junior majoring in Political Science major at the College of Arts and Sciences. Shaw is interning in the Clerk's office where her duties include copying and distributing bills and resolutions and assisting legislators with administrative tasks. While interning at the Georgia Senate, Shaw has gotten to know legislators and lobbyists and become more familiar with government and legal affairs. She plans to use this experience as she prepares for a future career in civil law. The College of Arts & Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Jordan Savage is interning with the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP). This program offers students the opportunity to intern full-time for Georgia legislators, committees, and staff. Savage, of Covington, is a Political Science major at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. Savage has been assigned to the Office of Legislative Counsel where her duties include preparing resolutions. Savage plans to attend law school with the goal of becoming a civil rights attorney or politician to help better the lives of others. The College of Arts & Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University graduate student Jennifer Lopez is interning with the Georgia Legislative Internship Program. This program offers students the opportunity to intern full-time for Georgia legislators, committees, and staff. Lopez, of Kennesaw, is a master's degree student in Political Science at The College of Arts and Sciences. Lopez graduated from Georgia State in Spring 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. Lopez has been assigned to the Senate Education and Youth Committee where her duties include creating agenda notices, meeting minutes and updates of bill summaries. Lopez plans to work for an organization that represents, protects and fights for human rights. The College of Arts & Sciences provides a skills-based liberal arts and sciences education for Atlanta's diverse, next-generation workforce.

Georgia State University student Christopher Ridgeway interned at the state capitol under the Georgia Legislative Internship Program. Ridgeway, of LaGrange, is a political science major in the College of Arts & Sciences. The Georgia Legislative Internship Program assigns students to various House and Senate committees. Interns learn about the legislative process firsthand from inside the Gold Dome. In addition, interns learn more about how constituents are served and acquire marketable skills and professional work experience before graduation. "Each day is different and there is always something to do," said Ridgeway. "It truly is a learning experience and can change the way you view politics as a young adult." Ridgeway was assigned to House Media Services where his duties included preparing for committee hearings and press conferences and handling administrative tasks.

Georgia State University student Shaista Niazi interned at the state capitol under the Georgia Legislative Internship Program. Niazi, of Sugar Hill, is a political science major in the College of Arts & Sciences. The Georgia Legislative Internship Program assigns students to various House and Senate committees. Interns are allowed to learn about the legislative and policy process firsthand from inside the Gold Dome. In addition to gaining an inside view of the legislative process and how constituents are served, interns acquire marketable skills and professional work experience before graduation. Niazi said her goal was "to gain new knowledge and a different perspective in politics" through the program. Niazi was assigned to the State Institutions and Property Committee. Many of her duties included retrieving bills and resolutions, assisting with weekly newsletters, creating flyers, attending committee meetings, and helping to set up for events.

Georgia State University student Lateria Willis is interning at the state capitol under the Georgia Legislative Internship Program during the Spring 2020 semester.

Shanila Kabir, a senior political science major at Georgia State University, served as an intern at the state capitol during the 2019 session of the Georgia General Assembly.

Keridan Ogletree, a senior political science major at Georgia State University, served as an intern at the state capitol during the 2019 session of the Georgia General Assembly.

Eric Edmonson, a junior political science major at Georgia State University, served as an intern at the state capitol during the 2019 session of the Georgia General Assembly. Edmonson, of Buford, GA, felt that the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP) "was a unique opportunity that very few get to participate in." Eric hoped that GLIP "would make him stand out from his peers" and give him a greater chance at achieving greatness in future career plans. After graduation, Eric plans to attend law school and eventually become an attorney and business owner. He is inspired by the quote "success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it," by Henry David Thoreau. His favorite book is "Memoirs of the Second World War," by Winston Churchill

Stephanie Gomez, a Georgia State political science major, served as an intern at the state capitol during the 2019 session of the Georgia General Assembly.

Maariz Kashem, a political science student at Georgia State University, served as an intern at the state capitol. Kashem, of Lawrenceville, GA, decided to apply to the Georgia Legislative Internship Program to gain knowledge of the inner workings of government and determine whether politics would be the right career path for him. On campus, Maariz is the Vice President of Secular Panthers and is a member of Model UN. In the immediate future, Kashem plans to graduate from Georgia State and get real-world work experience before deciding where to go career and graduate school wise. Maariz's favorite book is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime by Mark Haddon.

Meeyabonyui Aneneba, a junior political science major at Georgia State University, interned at the state capitol during the 2019 legislative session. Anenba, of Lawrenceville, GA, found that The Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP) was an amazing experience and was grateful to be a part of GLIP. In addition, she now has a greater appreciation for government and the people who work towards making our state great. After graduating from Georgia State, Meeyabonyui plans to pursue a master's degree in political science, and thereafter, hopes to serve the public and help create better communities. Meeyabonyui's favorite quote is "don't try to lessen yourself for the world; let the world catch up to you," by Beyonce. She is inspired by the book Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

Miriam Goodfriend, a senior philosophy major at Georgia State University, served as an intern at the state capitol during the 2019 session of the Georgia General Assembly. Goodfriend, of Dunwoody, GA saw the Georgia Legislative Internships Program (GLIP) as "a real-time, fast-paced, and intense work environment." Moreover, she expected this experience to impact her understanding of state government and the legislative process. After graduating from Georgia State, Ms. Goodfriend plans to pursue either a law degree or a masters degree in public policy. Her favorite book is "Dark Matter," by Blake Crouch. Miriam's most memorable quote is "everyone you will meet knows something you don't," by Bill Nye.

Hannah Audifferen, a political science major at Georgia State University, interned at the State Capitol during the 2019 legislative session. Audifferen, of Kennesaw, GA decided that the Georgia Legislative Internship Program (GLIP) would be an amazing opportunity to gain real life experience of the legislative process and solidify her dreams of a career in politics. When she was not serving as an intern, Ms. Audifferen spent her time in class and working full-time at RaceTrac Petroleum Inc. After graduating from Georgia State, she plans to attend law school. Hannah is inspired by the quote "all adventurous women do...," from the TV show Girls. Her favorite book is Icarus Girl by Helen Oyeyemi

Georgia State University Law Review is a legal journal published four times per year by second- and third-year Georgia State Law students who have demonstrated outstanding writing and academic skills.

Three students from the Panthers in the Valley cohort were selected by Microsoft to intern in their analytics division during the summer of 2019. Students will be receive an immersive experience at Microsoft, living in San Francisco for three months before returning to classes in the Fall 2019 semester.

Four Georgia State University students recently traveled to Microsoft's headquarters to participate in Microsoft's SCAMP "Hackfest."