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Spring 2016Maddy Institute Newsletter
2016 Beverly Event – Sacramento, California. From left to right: Taylor Rhoan, Kate Kempton, Ian Wieland, Don Maddy, Bettelu Beverly, Sarah Hayes, Matt Wainwright, Josh Dowell, Kaitlyn Sims, and
Blake Zante.
A note from the Director…
Since 2001, we have provided more than 400 legislative intern scholarships. Many of our alumni have gone on to become Valley leaders in politics, government, law and business. And there is no question that our more recent alumni will continue to contribute to this impressive track record. Indeed, we now have five times as many applicants as scholarship recipients, making the Maddy Institute Legislative Intern Scholarship Program among the most rigorous in the State university system.
With your support, our legislative interns have had the good fortune to work in 19 federal and state legislative offices, both Democrat and Republican, learning firsthand about how to get things done through the political process. They have worked in local legislative offices throughout the Valley with the support of the Maddy Associates, at the State Capitol in Sacramento through the Bob Beverly Scholarship Program and in Washington, D.C. through the Jim Costa Scholarship Program.
We hope these quarterly newsletters confirm how much your support means to our interns and how that support is helping build a better Valley, State and Nation.
We also hope you take pride in knowing that your generosity is making their/our success possible.
With Appreciation,
Executive Director – The Maddy Institute
As you will see from the following pages, the promise of the Maddy Institute’s Legislative Intern Programs – to train the next generation of bi-‐partisan problems solvers – is becoming a reality thanks to your support.
GrethelCroasdale
“The opportunity to intern at Congressman Jim Costa’s office in Merced was an opportunity to discover what government work is all about. I began my journey with a curiosity about politics and government, only to find that what I fell in love with is called “public service” – I am a public servant.”
Grethel Croasdale served as a Maddy Legislative Intern in the Merced Office of Congressman Jim Costa in the Spring of 2014. Grethelgraduated from California State University, Fresno in the Spring of 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in
Following graduation, Grethel interned for State Senator Anthony Cannella and served as an Administrative Assistant in the Office of Merced County Supervisor John Pedrozo.
Grethel recently became Field Representative in Congressman Jim Costa’s Merced Office.
Administration and Communications in Governmental and Non-‐Governmental Relations.
Michelle Jurkovich interned in the Fresno & Washington D.C. Offices of Congressman George Radanovich in 2005.
“The Maddy Institute provided me with the incredible opportunity not only to observe but to participate in the political process, both in Fresno and later in Washington D.C. It was this experience that encouraged me to deepen my understanding of the political system, which led me to pursue my MA and PhD in Political Science. I’m extremely grateful to the Institute for an experience that, in my case, helped to shape my entire career that followed!”
Michelle Jurkovich
Following this experience, Michelle interned at the White House in the Office of Presidential Scheduling. She graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor of Arts in English, and went on to earn her M.A. in Political Science from California State University, Los Angeles, and her Ph.D. in Political Science from The George Washington University.
Michelle is now an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Massachusetts Boston, specializing in the Politics of Food Security, Economic and Social Rights, Transnational Activism, International Organizations, and Non-‐Governmental Organizations.
Jamie LedezmaJamie Ledezma interned in the Sacramento Office of Assemblymember Gloria Romero in the Spring of 2001 –the inaugural class of Maddy Scholars. Jamie graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor in Arts
“I appreciate and applaud the Kenneth L. Maddy Institute of Public Affairs and respectfully wish to thank all those who made this experience possible for me. I sincerely hope that other students will use this opportunity to learn what textbooks and exams cannot provide.”
in Political Science, and earned her Juris Doctorate from California Western School of Law, where she also served as Managing Editor of the Law Review. Jamie has been active with organizations such as Susan G. Komen®, the California Breast and Cervical Cancer Advisory Council, the Fresno County Economic Opportunities Commission, and the Disability Rights Legal Center.
Jamie previously served as an Adjunct Professor at Fresno State and Fresno City College, and as a Deputy District Attorney in Fresno County. She is currently Chief Deputy City Attorney for the City of San Diego.
Taylor RhoanTaylor Rhoan interned in the the Sacramento Office of Senator Dave Cogdill in 2006, and in the Washington D.C. Office of Congressman Jim Costa in 2007. Following her Maddy internships,Taylor served as a Panetta Intern in Washington D.C. for Congressman Wally Herger and graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy.
“Without the Maddy Institute’s approval and support, I would not be the person I am or have the ambition I do for public service & policy. These experiences have forever shaped me & for that I am grateful to the Maddy Institute. I hope to continue to make you proud.”
Taylor obtained her Juris Doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada at Las Vegas. Taylor is currently an Associate Attorney at Porter Scott where she defends public entities and Central Valley businesses in the areas of police practices, premises liability, personal liability, ADA accessibility and contractual indemnity. She is a member of the Women Lawyers of Sacramento and the Sacramento County Bar Association.
Cole Rojewski
2011 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Government. At Fresno State, Cole was active with the Associated Students Incorporated, the College Republicans, the Political Science Association, and the National Collegiate Agricultural Ambassadors.
“The Maddy Institute Internship Program was one of my first experiences working in the federal government. The program provided me with a once in a lifetime opportunity that strengthened my knowledge on public policy and deepened my understanding of the legislative process at the federal level. My time as a Maddy Scholar reaffirmed my passion for working for the people of the Central Valley."
Cole Rojewski interned in the Visalia Office of Congressman Devin Nunesin the Fall of 2010. Cole graduated from California State University, Fresno in
Following graduation, Cole worked as a Field Representative for Congressman Devin Nunes and as a Field Director for the Republican National Committee. Cole has served in a variety of capacities for Congressman David Valadao and was most recently appointed as the Congressman’s Chief of Staff.
Introducing the Spring 2016 Maddy Legislative Intern Scholars
• Kimberly Bozeman, California State University, Stanislaus: Interning in the Stockton Office of Congressman Jerry McNerney;
• Marisol Contreras, California State University, Fresno: Interning with Fresno City Councilmember Esmeralda Soria (District 1);
• Sean Hodgdon, University of California, Merced: Interning in the Merced Office of Congressman Jim Costa;
• Ezinne Morikwu, University of California at Santa Barbara: Interning in the Santa Barbara Office of State Assemblymember Das Williams;
• Ann-‐Marie Padilla, California State University, Fresno: Interning with Mayor’s Office for the City of Fresno; and
• Amanda Taylor, California State University, Bakersfield: Interning in the Bakersfield Office of Assemblymember Rudy Salas.
Special Thanks to our 2016 Sacramento Event Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Former California Secretary of State
Bill Jones and Mrs. Maurine Jones
Bronze SponsorsAdvoCal
Mr. William BakerCalifornia Apple Commission
California Blueberry CommissionCalifornia Business Properties Association
California Resources Corporation California School Employees Association
Commissioner Jan Owen – CA DBOCity of Fresno
Clean Tech Advocates Dairy Institute
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Department of Business Oversight
Lali Moheno and Associates NFIB
Noteware Public RelationsMr. Jeffrey Roberts
Sergeant Major AssociatesSloat Higgins
West Coast Advisors Western Growers
Wilke, Fleury, Hoffelt, Gould & Birney, LLPThe Honorable Rebecca Wiseman & Mr. Ken Wiseman
Special Thanks To:
California Beer and Beverage DistributorsFat’s Catering
Half Moon Bay Brewing Co.
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