Yesterday staff from the UMAA and students from the Public Affairs Student Association visited with their legislators during Thursdays at the Capitol program. Attendees went through a brief training on how to lobby legislators and went over the University’s main messages before they met with legislators.
“I was apprehensive about participating, feeling a bit intimidated by the process, but you made it very easy. The materials were clear and concise and helpful to framing a personalized message. After my first visit I felt like a pro! I came away from the capitol with a new-found capability. I would encourage others to do it,” said Diane Fisher, a UMAA staff member.
If you are interested in attending a Thursday at the Capitol you can visit this page: http://www1.umn.edu/groots/tatc.php