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Never stop learning
I have worked in higher education as a student leader since 2020. I have learned a lot. I have also learned I have more to improve upon. Part of my interest during my State Board for Community and Technical Colleges legislative internship is diversity and inclusion in the higher education landsca...
A new chapter means reflection
Beginning the second half of the legislative session has the same feel as starting a new year. I am not one for resolutions, but at the start of each new year, I like to reflect on what went well and what I want to improve.
Forging my path and personalizing the process
Moving bills through the legislative process is about relationships, and the student voice is of true value in that work. Those are two of the lessons I've learned so far in my experience as an intern with the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. Over the last couple of weeks, I band...
Recharge your batteries
During the last few weeks, I have had to remind myself of the importance of taking time for myself. When I am working hard on a project or have committed myself to something, I tend to be like a dog with a bone. Until that bone is completely gone, I tend to work tirelessly without even rememberin...
History has its eyes on you
I write this blog post as I am returning from Washington, D.C., to Everett, Wash., with immense hope for the future of my community. I was granted the opportunity to attend the National Legislative Summit in Washington D.C. This summit is a chance for community and technical college representativ...
Connecting passion to policy
For many students in our community and technical college system, insecurity around basic needs is a part of everyday life. The already difficult place these students were in was made worse by the pandemic.
Legislative sponge
Hello! My name is Shannon Cosgrove, and I am one of the three legislative interns for this session. I am currently attending Columbia Basin College to pursue my AA with a focus on environmental science.
Soaking in information to make an impact
Being a legislative intern has been a fun ride so far! Currently, I am soaking in information from all over the State Board — there are tons of fascinating topics to learn. Meeting new people and seeing how the community and technical college system runs has been a learning experience. I am a pro...
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