Pictured here is Aisha Goens and her mentor, Lois Stewart, administrative assistant to Governor O'Bannon. Fellows also participate in brown bag lunches with agency heads and commissioners. These men and women talk about their career paths, agency responsibilities, and their agency's role in state government. Kelly Tingle and Michelle Misiukiewicz are posing in the Hoosier Lottery office after a Brown Bag Luncheon with the Lottery Commissioner. This gives fellows the chance to share their learning experiences with each other.
Fellows have the opportunity to work alongside some of the top policymakers in state government.
Emily Bowman is shown here discussing legislation with Pat Murphy, Deputy Commissioner, Department of Workforce Development. The Very Special Arts Day at the Residence allows children with disabilities to participate in the arts. The fellows, pictured here, were lucky enough to be a part of this day. Emily Bowman, Samantha Shoulders, Michelle Misiukiewicz, and Susan Kilty take a break during the Very Special Arts Day. Another volunteer oppportunity is Santa Land, an annual event sponsored by Governor and Mrs. O'Bannon that donates toys, clothing, and food to hundreds of Indianapolis families.