Resources
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UM Opportunities
Public Service Internship Program
Michigan in Washington Program
Ford School Opportunities
Graduate Internships/Fellowships
Science, Technology, and Public Policy Graduate Certificate Program
Resources that build skills in storytelling, media interviewing, op-ed writing and pitching, and social media use and branding.
Communication Skills Workshop: Telling Your Story & Working with the Media
Worksheet and Tipsheet
PresentationOp-ed Writing and Pitching
UM AAJA Media Access Op-ed Training 2019Social Media Use and Branding
Social Media Tips & Tricks
UM Social Integrity Website
UM Social Integrity ToolsMajor social media sites and how to navigate them:
Policy Pitch Competition
Covid-19 Consulting Corps (CCC) - In partnership with the Ginsberg Center, CLOSUP, Poverty Solutions and the Youth Policy Lab
Essential steps for any effective advocacy strategy at the local, state, or federal level, with an emphasis on developing strategic written and oral communication skills.
Communicating with Policymakers
Congressional Visits - Information and guidelines to help ensure you have an effective and productive meeting with Members of Congress or their staff
Bringing together research faculty and non-profit or public sector clients to conduct engaged research.
RITM: Research Impact Through Matchmaking Presentation
Research Impact Through Matchmaking (RITM): How and Why to Connect Researchers and Practitioners PaperLibrary Research Guides
Ford School-specific library resourcesResources to learn about the voter registration processes, recent changes in Michigan voter laws, and upcoming opportunities to get involved in turnout efforts.
Michigan Voter Registration Information