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Archer Fellow Alumni Profile Emily Diaz-Melendez

Always take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way in order to grow both personally and professionally.

Internship: NASPA- Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
Education
  • Degree Institution
    Millersville University
    Degree and Date
    B.A. Government and Political Affairs; May 2013
  • Degree Institution
    The University of Texas at El Paso
    Degree and Date
    M.P.A. Public Administration
Career
  • Field Organizer for Beto for Senate Campaign

Q & A with Emily

Please tell us more about your current position.

I organize voter contact events in order to spread the word about Beto O'Rourke's U.S. Senate campaign.

What do you value the most about your experience as an Archer Fellow?

Besides the professional experience I received working on policy in the capital, I value the friendships I formed while in the program.

What was the most important thing you learned as an Archer Fellow?

The most important thing I learned was to always take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way in order to grow both personally and professionally.

What is your favorite memory from the program?

My favorite memory was being able to network with the Austin Chamber of Commerce at the Google headquarters.