Orientation Small-group workshops Students participate in interactive small groups where they review the day's events and discuss and debate policy issues. The entire student group meets with a Washington expert who informs them about national policy and current issues. After 15-20 minutes, the floor is open to the students for questions. Washington Exploration Participants receive an overview of Washington, D.C., by traveling through the neighborhoods and discussing the unique privileges and challenges of living in the Washington metropolitan area.
Students ask questions of two speakers, a liberal and a conservative, who answer in debate format.
Students meet with members of Congress or their staffs. Students have independent time to explore the Capitol building, attend committee hearings, view the Supreme Court, and explore the Library of Congress.