by Yvette Mendoza
We can think of no better way for the Sam Houston State University interns to conclude the 88th legislative session–with a delightful lunch hosted by the Chancellor of the Texas State University System, Brian McCall. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for the SHAIP interns to connect with other legislative interns in the System and reflect on how TSUS played a significant role in our internship experience.
The O. Henry Hall, located in the heart of downtown Austin is where TSUS is located. Although it is not the first time we had visited this historic building, we were again impressed by its stunning architecture and historic halls. The warm welcome from TSUS Chancellor McCall and Vice-Chancellor Sean Cunningham further added to the fantastic experience.
Lunch was flawlessly organized, allowing us to enjoy our meal while connecting with the Texas State University legislative interest. Learning about how TSU runs its legislative internship program and hearing about the future plans after the session ends was an enlightening experience. It was interesting to note that a majority of the interns were either graduating this semester from Texas State or Sam Houston, with many planning to pursue a master’s degree at the Lyndon B Johson School of Public Affairs or attending law school.
The lunch provided an excellent opportunity to reflect on the entirety of the session and how TSUS played a crucial role in making it a memorable experience. Looking back on the various event that TSUS hosted, such as the unforgettable performance of Dwight Yoakam that featured a special tribute to the Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan.
In addition, we realized how much we have grown and learned since the first lunch we had with the TSUS team.
The lunch concluded with all of the interns expressing our gratitude and appreciation for TSUS’s consistent support. We felt honored to represent TSUS at the Texas State Capitol, and the internship would not have been as successful without the support of TSUS.
On behalf of the LEAP Ambassadors and SHAIP, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for TSUS’s unwavering support and assistance in our growth as students who are part of the magnificent Texas State University System.
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