Meet Our Spring 2024 Interns

Junior, Sacred Heart University

Major: Political Science

Aspirations: Advocate for student's needs as a Lawyer

RRI Project: A Path to Informed Democracy: Bridging Civic Engagement and Media Literacy

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Emma Grady specializes in political science with a passion for human rights and international relations. Through dedicated research under renowned scholars, Emma has honed her skills in critical analysis and civic engagement. With a keen interest in environmental law and social justice, she aspires to leverage her education for meaningful advocacy.

Junior, University of Pennsylvania

Major: International Relations

Aspirations: 

RRI Project: The Great Realignment: Investigating the American Hispanic and Latino Vote

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Jenna's passion lies in empowering individuals to reclaim their agency & instigate meaningful change. Her academic journey has delved into impactful research. Jenna's professional trajectory within the non-profit sector revolves around facilitating access to housing, healthcare, and education while advocating for more inclusive legislation.

Senior, American University

Major: Economics

Aspirations: Serve as an economist at an IOs

RRI Project: The Economics and Environmental Impacts of Fast Fashion

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Haley Dymek brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her academic pursuits. At university, the concept of soft power resonated deeply with Haley, particularly in countries promoting their culture abroad. Haley aims to explore the economics of soft power, investigating how a country's pop culture influences its economy.

Senior, University of California: Los Angeles

Major: Political Science & Labor Studies

Aspirations: Teach Political Science in Higher Ed

RRI Project: Rising Costs in Higher Education

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Brandon has augmented his academic pursuit with coursework tailored toward understanding policy implications and quantitative data analysis. Sparked by an interest in exploring the politics of globalization and its impacts on minority communities, led to his own research thesis delving into the correlation between external investment and good governance.

Senior, Fordham University

Major: Psychology

Aspirations: 

RRI Project: Rising Costs in Higher Education

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Ashli research interests primarily revolve around forensic psychology, criminology, and psychopathology, illuminating her passion for delving into the intricacies of human experiences, each unique in its narrative. She aims to foster a deep personal commitment to comprehending the human mind while advocating for social justice.

Sophomore, Occidental College

Major: Diplomacy and World Affairs

Aspirations: 

RRI Project: The Economics and Environmental Impacts of Fast Fashion

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Noelle's focal interests span legislative reform, politics, international relations, environmental protection, and human development. She attributes her passion for global affairs to her upbringing, having experienced diverse cultures in nine countries. She investigated the impact of policy reform on the prosecution of femicide perpetrators in Costa Rica.

Freshman, The University of Michigan

Major: Political Science

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Ahbinav's engagement in local politics, led him into demographic research, influencing his current work as at the University of Michigan, focusing on human rights violations and diplomatic recommendations within the UN Universal Periodic Review. His overarching goal? Understanding how political rhetoric shapes policy-making.

Junior, University of Florida

Major: Public Relations

Aspirations: Become a PR Specialist in Brand Narrative

RRI Project: TBA

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Nafisa dedicates herself to nurturing positive relationships and implementing strategic comm methods. Staying abreast of current affairs and trends, she finds pleasure in exploring diverse viewpoints on prevalent issues through social media. Her specific interest revolve around understanding the nuances of preserving and managing an entity's image.