Student Stories https://batten.virginia.edu/ en Batten Students Pitch in on MLK Day of Service https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/batten-students-pitch-mlk-day-service <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Batten Students Pitch in on MLK Day of Service </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/726" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">cmccue</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Thu, 01/18/2024 - 11:28</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Jan 18, 2024</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"><p><img alt="Students participate in MLK Day" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a3710386-125f-442b-8aa7-3f9f142d5479" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/MLK-2024-1.png" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /></p> <p>Leave it to Batten students to tackle the toughest part of a challenge. And have fun doing it.</p> <p>Notwithstanding below-freezing temperatures on Monday, Marina George, Collin Quigley and Josh McCray hefted some serious hacksaws and loppers to clear the last section of the 20-mile hiking trail around Charlottesville. </p> <p>The three joined with volunteers with the <a href="https://www.rivannatrails.org/">Rivanna Trails Foundation</a> as part of a day of service activity arranged by the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. They were joined by Batten staff members Shawn Anderson and Cat McCue.</p> <p>“It was really great to see the progress we made, to see some really rough terrain turn into an actual trail,” said George. The crew had to navigate treacherous rip-rap with slippery rocks while wrestling with brambles, vines and even a few logs. </p> <p>After completing the job, which took several hours, McCray said: “This was really hard, but not as hard as civil rights. And there’s still a lot to do, on the trail and on civil rights.” </p> <p><img alt="Students participate in MLK Day" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8d7b6ffa-e915-4799-ba9b-c72dceb2bdca" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/MLK-2024-4.png" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /></p> <p>At Garrett Hall, three other students -- Matt Docalovich, Chrissy Leech, and Anna Heetderks -- joined with youth volunteers from local elementary and middle schools to prepare 60 lunches for unhoused Charlottesville community members. </p> <p>The activity was in partnership with PACEM (<a href="https://pacemshelter.org/">People and Congregations Engaged in Ministry</a>), a local nonprofit which participates in Batten’s annual fall service event, Batten Builds. The meals were especially appreciated this week given the extreme cold and inclement weather. </p> <p>“We are so appreciative of our community partners, both on MLK Day and throughout the academic year. As with Batten Builds, it’s especially meaningful to have the chance to start the semester with a service opportunity that connects us with the community,” said Jill Rockwell, Senior Assistant Dean for Student and Career Services, who joined in the activity along with Batten staff member Linda Sherck.<br />  </p> <p><img alt="Students participate in MLK Day" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="ad1fe531-13d3-4c28-9b87-2bd4fdae176a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/MLK-2024-2.png" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /></p> <p> </p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' 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field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>From Crisis to Commitment, This UVA Student is Fighting For a Better Sudan</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/726" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">cmccue</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Fri, 11/17/2023 - 14:05</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Nov 17, 2023</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="hana bakhit" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f948e586-628f-40b1-abbf-ac0dc7df9bcd" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/hana.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Hana Bakhit on the Nile River in Khartoum before the current crisis.</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span>Hana Bakhit (MPP ’25) arrived for her first semester at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy “with an almost empty bag,” she says.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>The Sudan native and her family were outside the country this spring when war broke out in her homeland. The family decided to not return to Sudan at that time – they ultimately lost their home and all their belongings.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>She arrived in Charlottesville in August and, with support from the University of Virginia and the Batten School, has been thriving in her coursework. </span></span></p> <p><span><span>Previously, Bakhit co-founded a nonprofit youth organization in Sudan and also worked for three years at the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance. Last year she was a Mandela Washington Fellow in Washington D.C. </span></span></p> <p><span><span>After she graduates from Batten, Bakhit wants to continue her studies in pursuit of designing, implementing and measuring the impact of policies. </span></span></p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-single-cta--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--link.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-single-cta"><a href="https://global.virginia.edu/stories/crisis-commitment-uva-student-fighting-better-sudan">Read more</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig * field--node--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--social-media.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-social-media-share field--type-social-media field--label-above field--item wrapper-main-content row"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'block' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * block--social-sharing-block.html.twig * block--social-media.html.twig x block.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> <div class="block"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'social_media_links' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> <div class="social-media-sharing"> <ul class=""> <li> <a 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'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:05:40 +0000 cmccue 32081 at https://batten.virginia.edu Students Forge Connections with Congressional Black Caucus https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/students-forge-connections-congressional-black-caucus <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Students Forge Connections with Congressional Black Caucus</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/726" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">cmccue</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Sun, 10/08/2023 - 12:37</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-byline--news.html.twig * field--node--field-byline.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-byline.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-byline">Ryan T. Strand (MPP &#039;24)</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Oct 08, 2023</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="black caucus 2023" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9a579755-d44b-4c45-9074-86caca2aa2f4" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/black%20caucus%202023.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Left to right: Makayla Bibby (BA ‘24), Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA 4th District), Zachary Harris (BA ‘24)</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p>In a weekend filled with inspiration and networking, 12 graduate and undergraduate students from the Batten School and the College of Arts &amp; Sciences embarked on a transformative journey to the 52nd Annual Legislative Conference hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in Washington D.C. </p> <p>The conference provided a dynamic setting for students to engage with an extraordinary gathering of visionaries, activists, and leaders who are shaping the future of critical issues at the intersection of social justice, economic empowerment, and cultural celebration of the American Black community. This included the opportunity to hear from influential voices in Congress and connect with UVA and Batten alumni working in public policy.<br />  </p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="black caucus 2023-2" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2b90af78-1c43-4e44-bb68-327161051021" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/black%20caucus%202023%20%281%29.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Left to right: Hannah Carter (BA ‘25), Rep. Alma Adams (D-NC 12th District), Aliza Diop  (BA ‘25)</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p>Students participated in a series of impactful breakout sessions, enabling them to delve into the specific policy topics that aligned with their interests. For Amber Townes (MPP ‘24), this included a session called “Don’t Build A Jail For Me: Prevention Not Detention,” which featured American television journalist Don Lemon, Dr. Peloton Moss, Senior Professorial Lecturer of Education Policy &amp; Leadership at American University, Kristin Clarke, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the Department of Justice, and Olivis Igbokwe-Curry, head of Congressional and Political Affairs at Amazon Web Services. </p> <p>“This panel specifically had me engaged because of its shocking statistics and facts about systemic detention issues within U.S. schools,” said Townes. “I had the chance to learn about relevant policy issues affecting the Black community like reparations, gun violence, mental health, and more. I gained new perspectives and even reconsidered some of my current perspectives as I was around all kinds of people from advocates, activists, congressional leaders, community leaders, and more.” </p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="black caucus 2023 3" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a2b29cf5-d3b0-4d70-b58a-5c870eb5ef5a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/black%20caucus%202023%20%282%29.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Left to right: Makayla Bibby (BA ‘24), Rep. Terri Sewell  (D-AL 7th District), <br /> Amber Townes (MPP ‘24), Tyler Sesker (MPP ‘24)</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Townes continued, “As a public policy student and public servant, this conference was so important for me to attend as I got the opportunity to engage and connect with others who share the same vision for the Black community. I will never forget this experience and will cherish the many connections I made.”</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>The Congressional Black Caucus conference allowed Batten students to grow as future policy leaders, as well as learn from others who share their cultural backgrounds and experiences. They returned to Grounds with not just new knowledge but a renewed sense of purpose, a broader perspective, and a network of fellow changemakers. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig * field--node--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--social-media.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-social-media-share field--type-social-media field--label-above field--item wrapper-main-content row"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'block' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * block--social-sharing-block.html.twig * block--social-media.html.twig x block.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> <div class="block"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'social_media_links' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> <div class="social-media-sharing"> <ul class=""> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="facebook-share share" href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;title=[current-pagrandome:title]&amp;image=[og:image]" title="Facebook"> <img alt="Facebook" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/facebook_share.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="linkedin share" href="http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&amp;url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;img&amp;title=[current-page:img]&amp;source=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Linkedin"> <img alt="Linkedin" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/linkedin.svg"> 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'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 16:37:44 +0000 cmccue 31936 at https://batten.virginia.edu Public Policy in Practice: From Garrett Hall to the White House https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/public-policy-practice-garrett-hall-white-house <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Public Policy in Practice: From Garrett Hall to the White House</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/726" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">cmccue</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Wed, 09/20/2023 - 10:19</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-byline--news.html.twig * field--node--field-byline.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-byline.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-byline">Ryan T. Strand (MPP &#039;24)</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Sep 20, 2023</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="Marina Peebles" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1fd27a94-8762-459e-8ede-ab032e0de204" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/marina%20peebles.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Marina Peebles, a 2nd-Year Accelerated Master of Public Policy student. </figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span><span><span><span>The summer internship between the 1st and 2nd year of the Batten Master of Public Policy program is a pivotal moment for students. It's an opportunity to bridge the gap between theory and practice, to apply the rigorous policy writing, data analysis and leadership skills honed in the classroom to real-world public policy challenges. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Marina Peebles (MPP ‘24), the search for a policy-based internship led her all the way to the White House Summer Program with the Executive Office of the President. We caught up with Marina to hear more about her experience working to support policy development at the highest level of the U.S. government and how her time at Batten prepared her for success. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>* * * * * </p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span><span>Batten: What department of the White House were you working in this summer and what was your position?</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Marina</strong>: This summer I was an intern at the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) in the Office of International Relations and Supply Reduction—quite a mouthful, I know. This office in the White House leads and coordinates the nation’s drug policy so that it improves the health and lives of the American people.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />  </p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="Marina Peebles with WH aide" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="bdd85567-364b-4eb7-9108-897c930bcf5b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/marina%20with%20WH%20aide.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">Marina Peebles (right) pictured with her internship supervisor Vance Morgan, a <br /> U.S. Army Officer &amp; Policy Analyst in the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy.</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><strong>Batten: What are some highlights from your time working in the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy? </strong></p> <p><strong>Marina</strong>: There are so many! Honestly, getting to work at a component of the White House and be surrounded by such dedicated and mission-oriented people made every day a highlight. Working and attending events in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, taking a picture with President Biden, and finding a wonderful mentor in my supervisor were some amazing parts of my experience.</p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Batten: Any advice for first year MPP students as they begin or continue their summer internship search?</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Marina:</span></span></strong></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span> Start early, cast a wide net, and don't get discouraged! I started searching for internships casually around October/November and ramped up my search in March/April. It can be a frustrating process, requiring a lot of writing samples, interviews, and time spent applying. I'd recommend meeting with Steve or Dana in Career Services, looking over Frankly Speaking every week (this is where I found ONDCP), and being as patient with the process and yourself as possible. Also, if you have any interest in public service or drug policy, I cannot recommend applying to ONDCP enough!</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Batten: What skills and lessons from your time in Batten helped you be successful in your position?</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Marina:</span></span></strong></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span> I used a lot of the material I learned in Research Methods and Data Analysis and Economics in my position. I completed a policy research project for my office, which involved analyzing a lot of studies and also thinking critically about the economics of the illicit drug market in the Andean region of South America and its associated externalities. The knowledge I gained in those two core classes enabled me to do really well with my project and my daily work. Overall, though, all of the coursework from the first year gave me the language and confidence that I need to work in the policy sphere and do well in my role.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="Marina Peebles with POTUS" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1fcee00b-63a4-4e8d-89a5-535ce1bc0bf9" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/marina%20with%20POTUS%202.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">The 2023 Summer White House Intern Program group photo with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. Marina (with dark suitcoat and green shirt) is the fifth person to the president's right. </figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Batten: How has this position informed what professional pathway you want to pursue after Batten?</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Marina: </span></span></strong></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span>This position re-affirmed for me a deep commitment to work in public service, which is what I want to do following graduation. I was lucky enough to get to meet a lot of people in different agencies across the government, like State and USAID [the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development], which has informed where I will be applying to.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Batten: What are you most excited for in your final year at UVA and in the Batten School?</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span><span>Marina: </span></span></strong></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Graduation! Just kidding. While I am excited for graduation, I'm most excited to spend time with my lovely Batten friends and peers and soak up the last of my time in Charlottesville. This is such an awesome community and I feel lucky to be a part of it!</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> 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'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 14:19:21 +0000 cmccue 31891 at https://batten.virginia.edu Students from Batten Course Score High in Bain Competition https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/students-batten-course-score-high-bain-competition <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Students from Batten Course Score High in Bain Competition</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * 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THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relfocus--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relfocus.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relfocus.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relfocus"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/101" hreflang="en">Leadership</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure"><img alt="UVA students who won Bain competition 2023" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b8545e3f-6bb6-4669-ae1d-4c39c178ec06" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%282%29.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><br /> From L-R: Ishita Sharm, Allie Maahs, Avery Tyrrell, Sara Quinlan, Rebecca Yakobson</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span>Batten congratulates the 10 UVA students who won first- and third-place in the 7th annual Bain &amp; Co. Women’s Case Competition! </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Bain &amp; Co. – one of the world’s leading management consulting firms, working primarily with Fortune 500 companies -- has a long tradition of recruiting bachelors and advanced degree graduates from the University of Virginia, including from the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Out of 16 total teams participating in this year’s competition, the first-place team included Sarah Quinlan, Rebecca Yakobson, Allie Maahs, Avery Tyrrell and Ishita Sharma.  Each received a guaranteed first-round interview for a Bain internship. The team placing third included Yingying Elisa Hu, Lexie Xirui Li, Tianwei Zhao, Sophia Wilbourn and Vazira Ahmedjonova.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>This also marks the fourth year that students from Professor Brendan Boler’s course, </span></span><em><span><span><span>Introduction to Management Consulting and Strategic Decision Making</span></span></span></em><span><span><span>, </span></span></span><span><span>have placed first in the event.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>In conducting the case-study competition, Bain &amp; Co. looks for: </span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span>The team’s approach to structured problem-solving</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Analytical and creative thinking</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Usage of data to quantify and make recommendations</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Communication skills in conveying ideas</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>How the team suggests implementing their proposals</span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span><span>Rebecca (BS in Commerce; ’25) recalls that the Bain representatives said they felt like they were having a genuine, meaningful conversation with her and her teammates during the Q&amp;A, something Bain seeks when talking with actual clients. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>“I remember they also loved our linked appendix and math breakdown to show how we got all of our estimates in the appendix, and being ready to explain how we got any numbers we used in our recommendation,” she said.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Rebecca and several others credit their time in Professor Boler’s Batten course</span></span><span><span><span> (<a href="https://career.virginia.edu/Students/Prepare/Project-based%20Learning/Propel">LPPS 3440</a>) to helping them prepare for success in the competition. The course is a collaboration between the Batten School and University Career Center which allows students to learn problem-solving skills and apply them to real-world clients.  Each team is assigned an alumni coach to help mentor students throughout the semester. </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>“The analytic problem-solving tools presented in this course were an invaluable help to our team’s success, and our delivery would not have been possible without the Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills we gained this semester,” said Sara (BS in Commerce; ’25).</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>“I think one of the biggest takeaways was the process of creating a professional slide deck, preparing a presentation and presenting to a panel of judges in a formal and professional setting. In Professor Boler’s class, we learned the power of confidence and the way that you present yourself,” said Allie (BS in Economics; ’25).</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Said Boler: “It’s been extremely rewarding to watch these hardworking and talented women put into action some of the core skills gained from the course and win in this high-stakes case competition.” </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Congratulations again to all 10 students!</span></span></span></span></p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME 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FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="The Capitol" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1f88bde4-b20f-42d1-98f4-0b37c5511866" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/2023PMFFinalists.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="3000" height="2000" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption">The Capitol Building</figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p> </p> <h3>The prestigious program is the federal government’s flagship leadership development opportunity </h3> <p>Five Batten students and alumni are finalists for this year’s highly competitive Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program. The federal government’s flagship development opportunity for advanced degree holders offers an accelerated track to U.S. government leadership positions. </p> <p>On average, just 8% of applicants are chosen. Successful finalists win a two-year, full-time fellowship at a federal agency and receive 80 hours of additional training and development each year. Fellows typically are placed in the executive branch, though some Fellow work in the legislative and judicial branches. They also can take advantage of rotational opportunities that allow them to learn more about the work within other agencies.  </p> <p>This year’s finalists include two current Batten students and three alumni. All say the coursework and connections from Batten laid the groundwork for their success. </p> <p> </p> <h4>Rachel Ellis (MPP ’23) </h4> <h6>Policy interest: Generalist with an emphasis on foreign policy </h6> <p>Ellis considers herself a policy generalist, but her academic and professional work have been tied to foreign policy. “To tackle some of today’s most significant policy problems, such as climate change, nuclear threat and social and wealth inequality, it is essential to focus on the United States’ relationships with its allies and understand the international context for addressing these wide-reaching challenges,” she said.  </p> <p>She first learned about the PMF program at her Batten orientation. A Batten and PMF alum, Brenan Richards (MPP ’09), who completed her fellowship with the U.S. Coast Guard, shared her experience with the 2023 cohort. Brenan’s supervisor during her summer internship in Washington, D.C., who was also a PMF fellow, influenced her decision to apply as well. </p> <p>“What entices me the most about the PMF program is that it not only provides a direct pathway into federal government employment, but also gives fellows the option to explore various positions at more than one agency through rotation opportunities during their two-year fellowship,” Ellis said. “These rotations provide fellows with an advantage of learning about and being employed at multiple agencies throughout a short period of time to jumpstart their careers.”  </p> <p> </p> <h4>Victoria Hume (MPP ’23)  </h4> <h6>Policy interest: Workforce issues and education policy </h6> <p>Growing up in rural North Carolina, Hume experienced and observed wealth inequality, sexism, job insecurity and environmental injustice. Those childhood experiences are a foundation for her policy interests. “I’m motivated to pursue these policy areas because I believe in the ability of education to bring about more equitable outcomes,” she said. </p> <p>Hume learned about the PMF opportunity through Batten, and staff there helped her effectively apply and craft her application, she said. She is excited about the opportunity to build on her professional skills and develop a strong network of people who care about policy change. </p> <p>“I hope to grow my professional network and develop skills that help me add value to my future workplace,” Hume said. “I think the PMF program will help me gain a clearer understanding of the kinds of federal agencies I would want to work at and the type of policy work I most enjoy.”  </p> <p> </p> <h4>Alyssa Candelmo (MPP ’22) </h4> <h6>Policy interest: Equity policy </h6> <p>Candelmo’s experience as a first-generation college graduate and second-generation American is behind her desire to address unequal access to opportunities such as housing, employment and education, which are critical to building economic security, she said. </p> <p>After graduating from Batten, Candelmo went on to work as a fellow for Character Lab, an education nonprofit. Batten, she said, gave her the problem-solving skills, confidence and critical and strategic thinking abilities to be a leader. She’s excited about the opportunities the PMF program provides and the path it will put her on. </p> <p>“I want to continue in public service long after the conclusion of this fellowship,” she said. “I’d love to work for Congress one day, writing legislation at the national scale. I want to bring fresh, new ideas and a willingness to take on challenges at our highest level of government. I want to give all I have to a cause greater than myself: equity.” </p> <p> </p> <h4>William Rockwood (MPP ’22) </h4> <h6>Policy interest: Defense and foreign policy </h6> <p>A former Marine Corps officer, Rockwood went on to work for a small management consulting company after graduating from Batten in 2022. He learned about the PMF program through other Batten students and during a U.S. Department of State internship in summer 2021. </p> <p>Batten prepared him for the fellowship opportunity by exposing him to a variety of policy areas, he said. So did the connections he made with people at Batten — from his “really smart classmates,” who learned from each other, to Steve Hiss, Batten’s director of career services, as he navigated his job search.  </p> <p>Rockwell is eager to expand on his experience in the federal government and the policy world through the fellowship. But “most of all, I want to be a part of something that is bigger than myself,” he said. “I really want to make a difference, and this program is the way that I can use my past experience and the skills I learned at Batten to really do that.”  </p> <p> </p> <h4>Sherese Bonner (BA ’21)  </h4> <h6>Policy interest: Social policy  </h6> <p>An office hours conversation with a Batten teaching assistant, Meghan Clancy (MPP ’21), now a PFM fellow herself, sparked Bonner’s interest in the program. </p> <p>At the time, Bonner knew she was headed to graduate school. She is currently completing her master’s degree in public administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. But she kept in touch with Clancy, who, along with Jill Rockwell, Batten’s senior assistant dean for student and career services, supported her through the application process. </p> <p>That assistance, along with Batten’s rigorous coursework and leadership training, helped make Bonner a strong candidate for the fellowship, she said. Now, she’s ready to launch her federal government career through the program.  </p> <p>“The ability to work for the federal government, see things at a higher level and see how decisions are made and how they're passed down is really exciting to me,” Bonner said. “And that's what attracted me to working for the federal government and doing this program.” </p> <p> </p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig 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field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>The Batten School Community Once Again Gives Back - and Celebrates - During the Holiday Season</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/596" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">acarter</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Thu, 12/22/2022 - 08:51</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME 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DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-byline--news.html.twig * field--node--field-byline.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-byline.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-byline">Allison Barrett Carter</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Dec 22, 2022</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten School students including (from L to R) Michael York, Jia Williams, Ahana Rosha and Avneet Chhabra led efforts to give back to local families this holiday season." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a5dee369-68df-4e1c-b6f2-aebef76d656b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/BattenHolidaySharingProgram.png" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School students including (from L to R) Michael York, Jia Williams, Ahana Rosha and Avneet Chhabra led efforts to give back to local families this holiday season.</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span>This holiday season, the Batten School community came together once again to give back and act in meaningful service. During a semester that was peppered with impactful events, both tragic and uplifting, the opportunity to thoughtfully commemorate the end of the academic period was a powerful reminder of what being a part of Batten means.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>The Batten School has contributed to UVA’s broader <a href="https://news.virginia.edu/content/uva-students-spread-holiday-spirit-madison-house-gift-giving-program">Holiday Sharing program</a> since the school was founded 15 years ago. But this was the second year they have been an official partner.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>“This year, our collaboration began early in the fall and benefited greatly from our BA and MPP students’ existing relationships and efforts across Grounds to alleviate food insecurity,” said Batten School Senior Assistant Dean Jill Rockwell.  “We have Batten students who were already leading efforts behind the food pantry at Newcomb and serving in leadership roles at Madison House. This allowed us to build upon our students’ prior work in this space and made the contributions of our students, faculty, and staff to the food drive that much more meaningful.” </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Altogether, under the leadership of both the Batten Undergraduate and Graduate Councils, the Batten School raised more than $3,000 in funds and collected holiday meal kits for approximately 75 local families. </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Shawn Anderson, Batten’s assistant director of student services, who was also engaged <a href="https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/batten-food-drive-supports-120-local-families-through-partnership-madison-house">in last year’s campaign</a>, noted that this year’s drive brought just as much enthusiasm and passion from students, faculty and staff.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>“At the Batten School, we strive to be models of leadership, thinking of our broader community and, really, the world at-large,” said Anderson. “This year, the food drive reminded us how we have opportunities to do that, to lead from anywhere, almost every day. I am proud of the work we’ve done as a community.”</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>In fact, the outpouring of generosity placed the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy on a list of organizations displaying high rates of participation in <a href="https://hr.virginia.edu/news/support-commonwealth-virginia-cvc-campaign">the state’s annual Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC).</a></span></span></span></p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Paul Martin Gingerbread" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2b359052-a11f-4701-a001-ab3b54244fb4" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture1.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="2268" height="3024" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School associate professor of public policy Paul Martin displays a fun class exercise that took advantage of the holiday spirit.</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span>But the end of the semester provided not only moments of service but of celebration. While priority was placed on mental health and academic success, with services from a newly embedded student counseling service (including opportunities for small group sessions, expression through art therapy and anxiety-reducing visualization exercises), to help process the terrible shooting on Grounds, the Batten School found power in gathering together. Many of those community moments came with an incredible amount of joy. With a hot chocolate bar in Dean Solomon’s pavilion for Lighting of the Lawn, a cookie-decorating break with the help of Jaclyn’s Cookies, and soup dinner with music courtesy of <a href="https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/building-connections-finding-purpose-prof-daniel-player-teaching">Professor Dan Player</a>, there were many moments of cheer as students rounded out 2022.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>“It has been so nice to have such a tight-knit community like Batten at a big school,” said Izzy Hamilton (BA ‘23). “My cohort has been able to grow as close friends not only through academics, but through opportunities to come together and give back. It is going to be very difficult to say goodbye to this wonderful community next semester!”</span></span></span></p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 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href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;via=UVABatten" title="Twitter"> <img alt="Twitter" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/twitter.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="pinterest share" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;description=" title="Pinterest"> <img alt="Pinterest" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/pinterest.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a class="email share" href="mailto:?subject=&amp;body=Check out this site https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Email"> <img alt="Email" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/email.svg"> </a> </li> </ul> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:51:44 +0000 acarter 28736 at https://batten.virginia.edu Batten Builds 2022: Analysis to Advocacy https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/batten-builds-2022-analysis-advocacy <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Batten Builds 2022: Analysis to Advocacy</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x 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paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Sep 13, 2022</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b022a965-163c-4c90-b432-acd80ba7d985" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%202022%20Dean%20Solomon%20Food%20Bank_0.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1280" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School Dean Ian Solomon and students clean and sort food for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank as part of Batten Builds 2022. (Photo by John Robinson)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><!-- THEME DEBUG --><!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --><!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1ffc98f1-273f-4229-b19f-5683fb445a0a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%20Event%20by%20Nikki%20Kain.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1440" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Student volunteers complete trail work for Charlottesville Parks and Recreation. (Photo by Nikki Kain)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span>On August 26th, the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy began the academic year with the 13th Annual Batten Builds event. This day for service, lead by students, took over 250 volunteers out into the community to connect with 25 community partners.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Batten Builds occurs annually and provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to help nonprofits and other community-based organizations in the area complete projects they need assistance with. The theme of Batten Builds 2022 was Analysis to Advocacy: Building an Equitable Charlottesville. This year's mission was to illuminate how students can be influential advocates, act and contribute meaningfully to Charlottesville during and after this event. </span></span></span></p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="210ff792-6bfb-4414-a8c3-72edf5bc379c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%20Event%20by%20Julia%20Schopper.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1440" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Students doing trail work for Camp Holiday Trails, a community that supports children and teens with medical needs. (Photo by Julia Schopper)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><!-- THEME DEBUG --><!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --><!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="dbe972da-fa16-44ae-9a83-f1f783f82e82" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%20Event%20by%20Ahana%20Rosha.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1440" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School students prepare "fashion square" for JABA's Medicare counseling for seniors program. (Photo by Ahana Rosha)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p class="MsoPlainText"><span><span><span>Ahana Rosha, president of the Batten Undergraduate Council</span>, shared the goals and mission of Batten Builds in an <a href="https://www.nbc29.com/2022/08/26/annual-2022-batten-builds-day-event/">interview with NBC29 news</a>. ”We really hope to illuminate how to be influential advocates and take action in addressing the issues, rather than just having a nuanced understanding of what’s going on in the community,” Rosha said. “After learning about all of these complex issues, we like to come in and then actually engage and integrate with our community partners.”</span></span></p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8dc4403d-bd38-4876-a477-5bf41901b7f7" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%202022%20Morven%20Farm%202.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1280" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Tristan How, Eileen Powell and Dean Solomon harvest vegetables at Morven Kitchen Garden. (Photo by John Robinson)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><!-- THEME DEBUG --><!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --><!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6f68b010-adf5-4012-9c78-1a705c5ee779" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%20Event%20by%20Sebastian%20Singh.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1440" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School students make STEAM kits at C4K Clubhouse for underprivileged kids. (Photo by Sebastian Singh)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><!-- THEME DEBUG --><!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --><!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Builds 2022 day of service" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e1398563-9f59-494d-b65f-a36397b2b8db" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20Builds%202022%20Morven%20Farm.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1920" height="1280" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Batten School students, faculty and staff work together to harvest vegetables at Morven Kitchen Garden. (Photo by John Robinson)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p class="MsoPlainText"><span><span>Community organizations participating in Batten Builds 2022 included: Ronald McDonald House Charlottesville, Charlottesville Parks and Recreation, Camp Holiday Trails, Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA), Charlottesville ASPCA, Blue Ridge Area Food Bank - Charlottesville, Jefferson Area Board for the Aging (JABA), Morven Kitchen Garden, PACEM, Habitat for Humanity, Charlottesville Area Riding Therapy, C4K Clubhouse, Shenandoah National Park Trust, Rivanna Conservation Society, Piedmont Community Garden, Literacy for All, The Paramount, Ivy Creek Foundation and Piedmont Master Gardeners/IRC.</span></span></p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 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src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/twitter.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="pinterest share" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;description=" title="Pinterest"> <img alt="Pinterest" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/pinterest.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a class="email share" href="mailto:?subject=&amp;body=Check out this site https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Email"> <img alt="Email" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/email.svg"> </a> </li> </ul> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:41:56 +0000 acarter 26661 at https://batten.virginia.edu The Batten School Welcomes the Class of 2024 https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/batten-school-welcomes-class-2024 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>The Batten School Welcomes the Class of 2024</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/596" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">acarter</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Wed, 09/07/2022 - 08:40</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-person--related-person.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-person.html.twig * field--paragraph--related-person.html.twig * field--field-person.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="related-person__field-person"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--internal-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--internal-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--internal-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-internal-person--internal-person.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-internal-person.html.twig * field--paragraph--internal-person.html.twig * field--field-internal-person.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="internal-person__field-internal-person"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * node--656--related-content-teaser.html.twig * node--656.html.twig x node--person--related-content-teaser.html.twig * node--person.html.twig * node--related-content-teaser.html.twig * node.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/node/node--person--related-content-teaser.html.twig' --> <article data-history-node-id="656" role="article" about="/people/ian-solomon" class="person is-promoted related-content-teaser clearfix empty-menu col-sm-12"> <main class="content"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 col-md-5 offset-md-1 image-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-preview-image--person.html.twig * field--node--field-preview-image.html.twig * field--node--person.html.twig * field--field-preview-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="person__field-preview-image"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/uva-batten-school/image/upload/v1587695071/Batten%20Website%20Master/2020-04/Ian_Solomon_T.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Ian Solomon" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 col-md-5 right-wrapper"> <div class="row"> <h4 class="col-sm-12 header-wrapper"> Ian H. Solomon </h4> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-description--person.html.twig * field--node--field-description.html.twig * field--node--person.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="person__field-description"><p>Ian H. Solomon is dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, where he leads a multidisciplinary faculty in creating new knowledge and developing leaders who can solve humanity’s greatest policy challenges. Trained as a lawyer, Solomon is a devoted student and teacher of both negotiation and conflict resolution.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 link-wrapper"> <a href="/people/ian-solomon">Read full bio</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </main> </article> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/node/node--person--related-content-teaser.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-byline--news.html.twig * field--node--field-byline.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-byline.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-byline">Allison Barrett Carter</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Sep 07, 2022</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-hidden-people--news.html.twig * field--node--field-hidden-people.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-hidden-people.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-hidden-people"> <div class="field__item">656</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered--default.html.twig x paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig * paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--headline-paragraph-centered paragraph--view-mode--default col-sm-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-12 content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-description--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-description.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-description.html.twig * field--text-long.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-description"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy welcomes new students for Post-graduate MPPs, Accelerated MPPs, BAs and Minors. (Photo by John Robinson)" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="51d84ba2-410b-4ca0-bd17-c2139d95f753" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20MPP%20Class%20of%202024%20Web.jpeg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy welcomes new students for Post-graduate MPPs, Accelerated MPPs, BAs and Minors. (Photo by John Robinson)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span>The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy began a new academic year on August 23rd. In addition to welcoming a unique and diverse cohort, this year is also noteworthy as it marks the 15th anniversary of the Batten School’s innovative research and teaching programs that integrate leadership and public policy for the common good. </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>The incoming class arrived on Grounds with enthusiasm, bringing an eclectic range of experiences and perspectives. It was an exuberant kick-off as Garrett Hall was busy with activity, anniversary celebrations and warm conversations.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Beginning their post-graduate education with the Batten School, 98 Master of Public Policy students entered the Class of 2024. The cohort earned their undergraduate degrees from 39 institutions. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Both Accelerated and Post-graduate MPP students bring to Batten a rich blend of disciplinary backgrounds. These students are pursuing or have completed undergraduate degrees in 46 majors, including expected fields such as public policy, economics, and government, as well as other subjects spanning cognitive science, engineering, human nutrition, journalism and studio art. The Batten School has always offered a unique model regarding public policy and leadership, valuing cross-disciplinary skills and emphasizing the importance of the intersection of various fields of study.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>The new post-graduate MPP class brought valuable experience from their work in the public and private sectors, working at places such as the American Enterprise Institute, Asia Foundation, Connecticut General Assembly, George W. Bush Presidential Center, Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington, U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate, International Rescue Committee, New York State Supreme Court, Sierra Club, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps, Sorensen Institute, South Carolina State Senate, U.S. Attorney’s Office, U.S. Department of State, National Counterintelligence and Security Center and the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. They have held positions as research analysts, school teachers, campaign advisors, consultants and much more. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>The Accelerated MPP students at the Batten School remain active on Grounds, holding positions in student governance and volunteering with organizations both at the University of Virginia and in the Charlottesville community. They hold research roles in various centers and labs across Grounds.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>In addition to the post-graduate program, this fall the Batten School welcomed</span></span><span><span> 99 students into the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy &amp; Leadership. This cohort represents the most ethnically diverse student body to date, with 33% of students identifying as students of color and 14% first generation students.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>These public servants and civic leaders are deeply engaged on Grounds, in their communities and on the national stage. There are varsity athletes in multiple sports; members of Student Council and the Meriwether Lewis Institute for Citizen Leadership; OAAA Peer Advisors and Hispanic/Latinx Peer Mentors; ROTC members; and volunteers with Madison House, the Haven, and the Legal Aid Justice Center.</span></span></span></p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Student in Group at the Batten School" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="463c8914-da1f-4472-a929-61cfa7054b19" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Batten%20School%20UVA%20Class%20of%202024%202%20Web.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>The Batten School welcomed 98 students to the Master of Public Policy program, 99 students to the Bachelor of Arts program and 59 new students to the Minor program. (Photo by John Robinson)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><span><span><span><span>The Batten School also offers undergraduate minor degree programs, welcoming 59 new students to the Public Policy and Leadership Minor and 68 new students to the minor in social entrepreneurship. Students from the minors are majoring in the McIntire School, the School of Education and Human Development, and the College, in majors ranging from African and African American Studies to Computer Science to Global Studies to Media Studies to Sociology. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>The Dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, Ian Solomon, welcomed students with remarks to begin the academic year. Dean Solomon encouraged students to take care of themselves and each other, but also implored them to be the artists of their own lives.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Dean Solomon shared advice he had received from his late mother, who told him to the be artist of his life, to make life his canvas and to paint it.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>“</span></span><span>Her wish for me is that I would be original, that I would challenge myself,” Dean Solomon shared. “[She wanted me to] take risks, to take responsibility, to create something of meaning for myself and others.”</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Dean Solomon continued to address the new post-graduate MPP students, who had gathered after orientation in the Great Hall of Garrett Hall, encouraging them to take advantage of their time at the Batten School.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>“It is my wish that each of you will be the artists of your own life, that you will make your life into your own canvas and that you will apply your unique and absolutely original styles of artistry to make of your life a masterpiece of beauty, courage, hope, truth and purpose.”</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>The Dean ended by remarking that students at the Batten School should use the year to take risks, make mistakes, grow as leaders, and learn to use their skills for the important work at the heart of public policy and leadership - to make life better for people, to be agents of positive change, and to serve the public.</span></span></span></p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-single-cta--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--link.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-single-cta"><a href="https://events.blackthorn.io/en/36j47r6/g/tD0SzK73J9/batten-interest-form-3a621RX1k/overview">Learn more about the Batten School</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig * field--node--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--social-media.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-social-media-share field--type-social-media field--label-above field--item wrapper-main-content row"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'block' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * block--social-sharing-block.html.twig * block--social-media.html.twig x block.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> <div class="block"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'social_media_links' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> <div class="social-media-sharing"> <ul class=""> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="facebook-share share" href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;title=[current-pagrandome:title]&amp;image=[og:image]" title="Facebook"> <img alt="Facebook" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/facebook_share.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="linkedin share" href="http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&amp;url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;img&amp;title=[current-page:img]&amp;source=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Linkedin"> <img alt="Linkedin" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/linkedin.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="twitter share" href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;via=UVABatten" title="Twitter"> <img alt="Twitter" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/twitter.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="pinterest share" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;description=" title="Pinterest"> <img alt="Pinterest" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/pinterest.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a class="email share" href="mailto:?subject=&amp;body=Check out this site https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Email"> <img alt="Email" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/email.svg"> </a> </li> </ul> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:40:27 +0000 acarter 26626 at https://batten.virginia.edu Q&A: What I Learned During My Summer Internship https://batten.virginia.edu/about/news/qa-what-i-learned-during-my-summer-internship <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Q&amp;A: What I Learned During My Summer Internship</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/596" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">acarter</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Thu, 07/28/2022 - 12:59</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/system/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relpersons--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relpersons.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relpersons"> <div class="bundle-related-person field__item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * paragraph--related-person--default.html.twig * paragraph--related-person.html.twig * paragraph--default.html.twig x paragraph.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--related-person paragraph--view-mode--default"> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/paragraphs/templates/paragraph.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-byline--news.html.twig * field--node--field-byline.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-byline.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-byline">McGregor McCance</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-when--news.html.twig * field--node--field-when.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-when.html.twig * field--string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-when">Jul 28, 2022</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-relfocus--news.html.twig * field--node--field-relfocus.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-relfocus.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__field-relfocus"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/46" hreflang="en">Domestic Policy &amp; Politics</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-main-content--news.html.twig x field--node--field-main-content.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-main-content.html.twig * field--entity-reference-revisions.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-main-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item wrapper-main-content row headline-paragraph-centered" data-mh="main-content-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'paragraph' --> 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<!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Batten Master Public Policy Internship Cooper Cramer" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="af2f807b-65c8-4857-8af1-a1822c1c53d0" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Cooper%20Cramer%20UVA%20Today%20Internship.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="2000" height="1333" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Cooper Cramer, a rising fourth-year and incoming student in Batten’s Accelerated Master of Public Policy program, spent 10 weeks this summer in an internship with Virginia’s Office of the Governor. (Contributed photo)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p> </p> <p>Summer internships are a staple of the college experience. And for good reason – students have opportunities to apply academic knowledge in actual job settings, get a feel for how a career in a chosen field might look, and establish connections that could pay off with more permanent jobs after graduating.</p> <p>This summer, in-person internships began to flourish again after two years of pandemic disruption that pushed other internships into virtual configurations, according to the University of Virginia <a href="https://career.virginia.edu/"><strong>Career Center</strong></a>. The center coordinates multiple internship programs across Grounds, varying in length from a 10- to 20-hour “micro-internship” to internships spanning an entire academic year. </p> <p>Thursday is being observed as Virginia Intern Day, so UVA Today caught up by email with UVA student Cooper Cramer about his summer. Cramer, who grew up in Charlottesville, this week wraps up a 10-week internship in Virginia’s Office of the Governor, where he serves as a “transformation associate” in the newly formed Office of Transformation. The internship is supported by the UVA Parents Fund Internship Grant program.</p> <p><strong>Q. What’s your major and what year will you be in the fall at UVA? </strong></p> <p>A. I am a rising fourth-year majoring in economics. This fall, along with my undergraduate studies, I am starting in the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy’s accelerated program for a Master of Public Policy.</p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure class="figure align-center"><img alt="Cooper Cramer Batten MPP Internship" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="88c65f21-3bc8-47d2-b57e-8eba0ea69403" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Cooper%20Cramer%20Internship%20Youngkin.jpg" class="figure-img img-fluid" width="2000" height="1125" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="figure-caption"><em>Gov. Glenn Youngkin, right, addresses office staff members. UVA student Cooper Cramer, seated to Youngkin’s right, interned in the Office of Transformation this summer. (Photo by Christian Martinez, Office of Gov. Glenn Youngkin)</em></figcaption></figure><!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/filter-caption.html.twig' --><p><strong>Q. How is the internship going?</strong></p> <p>A. The time has flown by this summer, and I attribute that not just to full work weeks, but also to a fulfilling experience.</p> <p>Honestly, the hardest time came in the first week. Walking into a completely new environment presents an abundance of challenges. Looking back, what initial discouragement I felt rose from struggling to see the “big picture” of the work we were doing. As I have gained perspective through engaging in a wide variety of projects and connecting with the superb people working around me, I felt the summer truly starting to hit its stride.</p> <p><strong>Q. How does the internship align with your personal or professional interests?</strong></p> <p>A. Coming into working in the governor’s office, my interest in the political realm primarily drove my expectations. Seeing and collaborating with many of the main decision-makers in the commonwealth has definitely expanded upon these political inclinations. Furthermore, the work has opened my eyes to new fields of interest to pursue.</p> <p>The function of the Office of Transformation consists of assessing and driving change throughout the commonwealth to better serve Virginians. The nature of this work and the technical skills I have engaged with have led to a desire to pursue opportunities in consulting. I have enjoyed breaking down the scope of each problem and taking meaningful and detailed action toward improvement. The lessons I have learned this summer have given me a clearer picture of what the future may hold than ever before.</p> <p><strong>Q. What have you learned about government service through this experience?</strong></p> <p>A. Many of the people I have had the opportunity to connect with serve the commonwealth with a conviction that is truly remarkable. Their perspective comes from staying grounded in the mission to better the lives of all Virginians, one day at a time. I have seen this in everyone I have rubbed shoulders with, regardless of party affiliation or background.</p> <p><strong>Q. What skills or knowledge has UVA provided that prepared you to do well in the internship?</strong></p> <p>A.<strong> </strong>The majority of the technical skills I have utilized during this experience have been learned on the job. Beyond the disciplines of hard work and accountability, I credit my time at UVA for providing me a framework for networking. Everyone I have encountered has been more than willing to provide advice and insight. The most difficult part is taking the step to reach out, which is strengthened only with practice.  </p> <p><strong>Q. Is this your first internship? </strong></p> <p>A. This is not my first time interning. In the fall of 2020, I started my first internship through UVA’s Internship Placement Program. After going through the interview process, I ended up working for a local nonprofit called the Community Investment Collaborative for the entire academic year and into the following summer. Following that, I interned for a local accounting firm this past spring.</p> <p><strong>Q. Anything else you want to mention?</strong></p> <p>A. While this is certainly an abnormality for a first working experience, I spent this summer serving alongside a fellow fourth-year and close friend, Nathan Vendt. Processing each new obstacle that confronted us and pushing each other kept us grounded in our pursuits. Admittedly, many people may not be able to work somewhere where from the start they have a strong connection, let alone a good friend. But this speaks to the fact that community, even in a professional environment, carries much weight in determining your experience and achievement.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> <div class="col-sm-12 cta-wrapper"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--paragraph--field-single-cta--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--paragraph--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig * field--field-single-cta.html.twig * field--link.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="headline-paragraph-centered__field-single-cta"><a href="https://news.virginia.edu/content/qa-what-i-learned-during-my-summer-internship">Read in UVA Today</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> </div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/paragraph/paragraph--headline-paragraph-centered.html.twig' --> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-main-content.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-news-type--news.html.twig * field--node--field-news-type.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-news-type.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="news__type"><a href="/taxonomy/term/461" hreflang="en">Student Stories</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/contrib/radix/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: x field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig * field--node--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-social-media-share.html.twig * field--social-media.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-social-media-share field--type-social-media field--label-above field--item wrapper-main-content row"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'block' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * block--social-sharing-block.html.twig * block--social-media.html.twig x block.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> <div class="block"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'social_media_links' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> <div class="social-media-sharing"> <ul class=""> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="facebook-share share" href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;title=[current-pagrandome:title]&amp;image=[og:image]" title="Facebook"> <img alt="Facebook" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/facebook_share.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="linkedin share" href="http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&amp;url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;img&amp;title=[current-page:img]&amp;source=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Linkedin"> <img alt="Linkedin" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/linkedin.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="twitter share" href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;via=UVABatten" title="Twitter"> <img alt="Twitter" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/twitter.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a target="_blank" rel="nooopener noreffer" class="pinterest share" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed&amp;description=" title="Pinterest"> <img alt="Pinterest" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/pinterest.svg"> </a> </li> <li> <a class="email share" href="mailto:?subject=&amp;body=Check out this site https://batten.virginia.edu/taxonomy/term/461/feed" title="Email"> <img alt="Email" src="https://batten.virginia.edu/modules/contrib/social_media/icons/email.svg"> </a> </li> </ul> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'modules/contrib/social_media/templates/social-media-links.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/block/block.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/custom/radix_batten/templates/field/field--node--field-social-media-share--news.html.twig' --> Thu, 28 Jul 2022 16:59:41 +0000 acarter 26341 at https://batten.virginia.edu