“…the public policy certificate provided me with a foundation to succeed at my internship.”

“I learned that while it is important to think of the end goals, it is better to focus on the steps in between to reach the end goal…lessons I will take from my internship and from my future career as a physician and policymaker. I have learned to conduct proper research and use my findings to prepare for professional meetings in order to improve our communities.”

“I helped with many different initiatives that all revolved around improving outcomes for people and the environment in Dane County.”

“My time in the lab has helped me gain an interdisciplinary policy lens, developed my policy writing skills, and helped me gain first hand experience with real world policies.”

“As a policy intern, I researched and analyzed data from across the country, promoted research into the potential medical benefits of cannabis, wrote hundreds of letters to be sent to legislators, tracked hundreds of pieces of legislation, and interpreted how marijuana policy impacts public health and social justice.”

“As an undergraduate policy analyst for the Patz Lab, I am able to contribute to a multifaceted project that allows me to learn about many policy sectors.”

“Following the completion of my internship, I believe I have greatly improved data analysis and policy synthesis skills to comprehensively look at issues in economic development and make the most informed, objective recommendations as a future policymaker.”

“This internship has allowed me to explore other healthcare careers, network in a research setting, and truly impact pancreas cancer treatment advancement.”

“From my internship experience, I learned about the importance of assessing the implications of each decision and the challenges of meeting the needs of all stakeholders.”

“Being involved with the Wisconsin Alliance for Women’s Health this year through an election year, and more urgently an election year that brought into question the rights of women in Wisconsin, was an experience I will never forget.”