Thank you to all who attended Visit the Hill 2022!
Rep. Garret Gobble (R) and Rep. Jennifer Konfst (D) were unable to attend Visit the Hill, as scheduled, because their debate schedule was changed at the last minute. However, we posed some questions to them about the topic they were to address - working in today's polarized world. Watch and listen to Rep. Gobble's thoughts and insights on our questions:
A FREE annual advocacy experience for those who assist students in the college admission process at the postsecondary and secondary levels. We welcome students at both levels - it is an excellent learning opportunity in how government works.
Visit the Hill provides engaging and knowledgeable speakers to guide us through the timely issues that educators and students care about. Visit the Hill sessions cover a wide range of topics such as better understanding college access, examining the future of the FAFSA, tips on working in a polarized world and how to persuasively share our views with our legislators.
Understand how you can have a voice in enacting change in the world of education. The more we educate ourselves on these topics, the more effective we can be.
Lunch is provided and, after lunch, we’ll head over to the Iowa State Capitol to put our knowledge into action by speaking with legislators on the issues we are passionate about. We welcome admissions professionals, school counselors & their students, and allies to attend this formative event. Travel Scholarships are available to aid in covering the expense of bringing students to Visit the Hill.
For more information, or to get involved with the Government Relations committee, contact Government Relations Chair Melissa Murphy, [email protected]
Government Relations Committee
Melissa Murphy, Springville Secondary School, Chair Susie Hakeman, Central College Josh D'Amico, Mount Mercy University Susan Langan, Cedar Falls High School Anne Kremer, Drake University Drew Readel, Central College Heather Gaumer, Sallie Mae
