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SPRING 2016
STUDENT
NEWS
Internships take Northern State University students to
locations near and far – from local businesses, to the South
Dakota Capitol Building, to a city across the globe.
INTERNSHIPS
INVALUABLE
FOR NSU
STUDENTS
L E G I S L A T I V E I N T E RNSH I P S
Four Northern State University
students got a behind-the-scenes
look at the political process in
South Dakota this spring by
interning at the South Dakota
State Capitol in Pierre during the
legislative session.
J o rdan Abu - S i rr i ya
Aberdeen
Senior political science and
communication studies double major
with a history minor
“The Pierre Legislative Internship
developed a number of crucial
skills in me.
I became more
meticulous with my work product and
enhanced my communication skills
because of the constant interactions.”
T h e a Rav e
Baltic
Senior business management major
“Although I had a good understanding
of the legislative process,
I am
gaining a deeper understanding of
the process and the inner workings
of state government.
I also really
enjoy getting to know people.”
M i cha e l S ch l i ewe
Vesta, Minn.
Junior political science and
communication studies major with a
minor in accounting
“The best part of my internship
was simply just seeing the
legislative process in action.
It was
a wonderful experience and gave me
a better appreciation for the process
and those who make our laws.”
A l e x i s Ward
Aberdeen
Senior business marketing and
management double major, with an
international business studies minor
“Besides educating me on what
exactly my government does, which
would be beneficial to anyone going
into business, this experience has and
will continue to be a great networking
opportunity.
I’ve met so many
people from across the state, and
these people have the opportunity
to connect me with further
individuals – making my network
web ever growing.”