Columbus Program in Intergovernmental Issues

(CPII)

“Be part of the Caucus”Columbus Program in Intergovernmental Issues (CPII)

“Be part of the Caucus”

What is CPII?What is CPII?

• Kent’s States Political Science department and the Alumni Office

• Dr. Sykes accompanies students

• Student leaders from universities are selected

• Work, study and practice Government in Columbus

What is CPII cont.

• “Helps tomorrows leaders understand public policy”.

• Modeled after the Washington Program

• Washing program has been in existence for 20 years.

Who can Participate?

• Juniors and Seniors and Master Level students

• All majors welcome

• Pre-Requisite, completion of two political science courses and;

• GPA 2.5 or above

The Ohio State University

• Students become an “Ohio State Student”

• Given a Student ID

• A COTA bus Pass

• Library Admission

• Gym Access

• Health Center Facilities

Not a Political Science Major?

• The CPII is 15 credit hours.

• Completion of this program almost completes a Political Science Minor.

Living in Columbus

How is this broken down?

• The CPII program is broken down into three parts:– Internship Sections

– 6 Credit Hours

– Pre-Departure Colloquium & Briefings in Columbus Section

– 6 Credit Hours

– State Government – 3 Credit Hours

Internship Section (6 Hours)

• Students Intern Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

• At least 24 hours/week

• Students placed all over Columbus in an area of interest

• Placement decided between Dr. Sykes and Student

Pre-Departure and Briefings (6 Hours)

• Kent State the first week of class– Orientation to Columbus and CPII

• Briefings are held Monday and Tuesday – Hear from Government Officials and

Professionals in Columbus

State Government (3 Hours)

• Class meets Monday and Tuesday morning

• Similar to a Kent State Course

• Minimal Political Science/State Government prior-knowledge needed

• Instructed by former House Representative member Jamie Callendar

How much does it cost?

• Similar to a typical semester at Kent State.

• Tuition plus a $100 administrative fee

• Brewers Yard Apartments are similar to the dorms

Brewers Yard

100 Frankfort Square

Columbus, Ohio 43206

Amenities • Courtyard Swimming Pool • Maid Service• Movie Theater• Aerobics/Yoga Room • Gated Private Garage• Card Access Buildings• 24-Hour Fitness Center• Tanning Beds• Washer and Dryer

• Concierge Service There are four students to each apartment.

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Akpevwe Akprofure

Major: Economis

Internship: Net Jets

Name: Matt Adelman

Major: Political Science

Internship:

Name: Karina Arutyunova

Major: News Broadcasting

Internship: WBNS 10 TV

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Adria Barbour

Major: Magazine Journalism

Internship: Ohio Historical Society

Name: Johnathon Bartels

Major:

Internship:

Name: Melanie Butler

Major:

Internship:

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Kelan Craig

Major: Economics & Political Science

Internship: Coalition for Homeliness and Housing

Name: Elizabeth Eisaman

Major: Political Science

Internship: Ohio Republican Party

Name: Carmelyn Jackson

Major: Accounting

Internship: Auditor of State

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Laura Kallenborn

Major:

Internship:

Name: Shane Lewis

Major: Political Science

Internship:

Name: Kelly Lynch

Major: Political Science

Internship: Senator

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Dezi Marlow

Major: Business Management

Internship: Issue 1 Jobs for Ohio

Name: Nichole Mosca

Major:

Internship:

Name: Nick Moscalink

Major: MBA

Internship:

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Sallie Murray

Major: Political Science

Internship:

Name: Matt Nelson

Major: Political Science

Internship: Senator Kim

Name: Hillary O’Connel

Major: Photo Journalism

Internship: Senator

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Jera Oliver

Major:

Internship: Ohio Board of Regents

Name: Jenny Owen

Major: Business Management

Internship: Governor’s Office of Faith Based and Community Initiatives

Name: Catrina Palmer

Major: Business Management

Internship: Ohio United Way

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Elizabeth Poirier

Major: Communications

Internship: Capital Review & Advisory Board

Name: Justin Priest

Major:

Internship: Ohio Federation of Teachers

Name: Carolyn Rose

Major: Education

Internship: Department of Education

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Shanelle Smith

Major: Political Science

Internship: Ohio Civil Rights Commission

Name: Megan Swanson

Major: Political Science

Internship: Senator

Name: Teneah Thompson

Major:

Internship:

The 2005 Caucus

Name: Matt Trivelli

Major: Political Science

Internship: Jones Day Law Firm

Name: Raven Yeboah

Major:

Internship:

Dr. Vernon Sykes

Dr. Sykes is the leader of the Columbus Program. He is experienced and dedicated to helping his students learn the ins and outs of state government.

Dr. Sykes has the background to lead his students; he has served as a member of Summit County Government, served 2 terms on Akron City Council.

Dr. Sykes spent 18 yeas as a member of the House of Representatives.

He has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Ohio, a Master of Economics from Wright State, a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government and finally a Ph D. in Public Administration from the University of Akron.

Jamie Callendar

Jamie Callendar comes in town every Monday and Tuesday and teaches the State Government course. Professor Callendar also helps set up briefings.

Also a well respected and extremely qualified individual