Applications

Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs Junior Summer Institute

The Center's partnership with Princeton University allows NMHU students to attend the Public Policy and International Affairs Junior Summer Institute with a full scholarship. Students nominated by NMHU and accepted by Princeton participate in a six-week institute focused on developing critical public policy skills. Rodrigo Blanco Rojas represented NMHU in 2009. The applications period for the 2010 Junior Summer Institute closed November 1. Applicants can expect responses from Princeton in February.

ATHGO Youth Forum

The Center supports students to attend the Alliance to Harness Global Opportunities' (ATHGO) youth-focused forums. The forums are exceedingly interactive, educational experiences that introduce students to local and global issues. Four NMHU students attended the 2009 ATHGO Forum at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Service Learning Projects

NMHU students can apply for support to conduct service learning projects that contribute to communities and develop important skills. Applications for the 2009-2010 school year are not yet available.

Summer Internships

NMHU students can apply for support to participate in meaningful summer internship projects that contribute to communities and assist students to develop professional experience. Applications for the summer of 2010 are not yet available.

Research Projects

NMHU students can apply for support to conduct research projects with potential policy implications for New Mexico. Applications for the 2009-2010 school year are not yet available.

Legislative Internships

NMHU students can apply for participate in an internship with the Legislature. The opportunity may include meetings with student’s legislator, relevant committee members, issue advocates, as well as observing hearings and participating in other activities. Applications for the next legislative session are not yet available.