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Political Symposia

Become an Expert.  Get Involved.  Make a Difference.  
Attend a Junior Statesmen Symposium and be a part of the new spirit of political engagement that is sweeping the country.
 

Explore today's pressing policy challenges with the decision makers who are shaping the future. Gain the knowledge and skills to make a difference with the issues that affect you the most. Junior Statesmen Symposia create an interactive learning environment with elected officials, policy makers, business leaders, journalists, lobbyists and others. You'll gain an understanding of how government works and learn how you can get involved all while sharing opinions and solutions with other high school students during experiential activities. Join other politically aware and active students at these 3 or 4 day political Symposium programs:

Arizona Symposium on Leadership and Politics
June 7 — 10
Arizona State University
Tuition:  $120

Gene Burd Symposium on Los Angeles Media and Politics
August 9 — 13
University of California at Los Angeles
Tuition:  $495

Symposium on Energy and the Environment    
August 3 — 6
University of San Francisco
Tuition:  $495

Texas Symposium on Politics and Presidential Leadership
June 22 - 25
University of Texas at Austin
Tuition:  $395

Symposium on Leadership and National Security
August 10 — 13
Princeton University
Tuition:  $495


 

 
JSA POLITCAL SYMPOSIA
Bringing together an exciting Speakers Forum with interactive student activities, Junior Statesmen Symposia offer a unique perspective on the political issues challenging us today. Go behind-the-scenes for exposure to real world politics and participate in student-run debates, political simulations and social activities on campus.
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