Do you have a passion for state politics? Does financial aid funding impact your experience at the University? Want to voice your opinion with legislators? Get involved in Albany!
Students
Albany Day
Since 1986, New York University has sent a delegation primarily made up of students, but joined by faculty, administrators and alumni, to the State Capital to meet with members of the Legislature. The timing of our visit is tied to the state's budget process when important decisions are being made about higher education. Because of this, "NYU in Albany Day" provides students with an opportunity to educate the legislators about the important programs that affect their ability to seek a higher education and to hear directly from elected representatives about issues facing the state.
Write to your Representative
By going to the cIcu website. Here you will find the most up-to-date information on student aid funding, a search engine to find your Representative, pointers on key messages to include in your email.
Keep Informed-Hot Issues to Know About
- Did you know about internships in Albany? There are a variety of opportunities for students looking to learn about the state political process. Please click here for specific opportunities.
- Help with call-in days for student aid! Budget pressures, brought on my the cost of responding to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the cost of military operations in Iraq and elsewhere, and the loss of revenue from tax cuts have led lawmakers in Congress to look at substantial cuts in student aid as a part of an effort to reduce spending. Participate in "National Call-In Days" for college and university students to call their Congressional representatives and protest the threat to student aid.
Faculty
Going to Albany?
Please notify our office if you plan to lobby or in Albany. We can help organize meetings and schedule appointments with Members and offer advice on places to stay. Also, to find out more about NYS lobby reform click here.
Don't forget to register to vote!
If you are a New York State resident and want to vote in the next election, please visit the Board of Elections website. If you are a resident of another state, please visit the United States Election Assistance Commission website for more details on how to register to vote.
Write to your Representative
By going to the cIcu website. Here you will find the most up-to-date information on student aid funding, a search engine to find your Representative, pointers on key messages to include in your email.
Alumni
There are a variety of ways to become more involved with student interns in Albany. From holding discussions on a variety of topics to providing student housing, our office organizes interaction between local Alums and students who are passionate about state politics. Please contact our office for more information on opportunities to stay involved!
Don't forget to register to vote!
If you are a New York State resident and want to vote in the next election, please visit the Board of Elections website. If you are a resident of another state, please visit the United States Election Assistance Commission website for more details on how to register to vote.
Write to your Representative
By going to the cIcu website. Here you will find the most up-to-date information on student aid funding, a search engine to find your Representative, pointers on key messages to include in your email.