University of Wisconsin–Madison

State Capitol Eat & Greet

All four panelists smiling in their headshots.

Assembly Parlor, State Capitol

All four panelists smiling in their headshots.

About the event

Join us for a State Capitol Eat & Greet in collaboration with the Department of Political Science on September 30, 2026.

This is an opportunity for alumni and partners working in and around the Capitol to connect with future public service professionals interested in legislative affairs, policy, politics, and government relations. You can also learn about opportunities to engage further with our programs and support student career development in public policy and state government.

Career Panel – 4:00 p.m

Panelists will share their career paths, insights into legislative work, and current opportunities in the Capitol.

Panelists

Sarah Barry, Chief of Staff, Office of Senator Jamie Wall

Rebecca Hogan, Owner and Lobbyist, Hamilton Consulting

Rachel Janke, Program Supervisor, Legislative Fiscal Bureau

Meghan Roh, Partner, Spector Roh Strategies

Networking – 4:30–5:30 p.m.

An opportunity for students and alumni to forge professional connections in government, policymaking, and legislative service.

Organizers

La Follette School of Public Affairs, Department of Political Science

Contact

mindy.walker@lafollette.wisc.edu