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Seven students from The University of Alabama interned in Washington, DC this summer as part of the inaugural class of Capitol Scholars. Fourteen total students across the UA System were chosen for the program.

The students participated in immersive internships with Alabama congressional offices, congressional committees and advocacy groups.

The Capitol Scholars Program connects outstanding UA System students interested in careers in or around government with high-impact experiences and professional development opportunities in the nation’s capital.

In addition to their roles as interns, Capitol Scholars networked with UA System alumni and learned about policy and advocacy through meetings with various prominent leaders, including each member of the Alabama congressional delegation, key members of the federal and executive branches of government, prominent governmental affairs agencies and local governmental officials. 

Applicants underwent a rigorous, merit-based application and interview process, focusing on areas such as academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to national, state and local community service.

UA students in this inaugural class of Capitol Scholars included:

Shanaya Daughtrey of Lakewood, CA

Zachary Johnson of Madison, AL

Preston McGee of Plantersville, AL

Morgan Patrick of Hoover, AL

Jessica Perez-Ferman of Rockford, IL

Matthew Savas of Crystal Lake, IL

Charlyse Skipwith of Hoover, AL