Nelson Institute and La Follette School students can meet with alumni and friends serving in environmental policy positions.
About the event
This is an opportunity for alumni working in the environmental policy area to meet the next generation of policy professionals and for students interested in the field to learn from professionals serving in state agencies, local government, business, and advocacy organizations.
This event is open to the public.
Career Panel- 3:30-4:00 p.m.
Panelists will discuss with students their career trajectories in environmental policy, the importance of a talented workforce, and current recruitments at their organizations.
Panelists
- Allison Carlson (MPA ’05), Executive Director at the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
- Emma Cleveland (MPA ’20), State Implementation Plan and Administrative Rules Coordinator at Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Pamela Ritger de la Rosa (MIPA ’13), Environmental Sustainability Program Manager and Deputy Director for the City of Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office
- Mike Strigel (MS ’94), Assistant Deputy Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection
Networking- 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Students, faculty and alumni can engage about environmental public policy and career pathways. Light snacks will be provided.
Organizers
La Follette School of Public Affairs, Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies
