I got an email from a former student this past weekend promoting this event.  It seems like it could be a very cool day and I would definitely encourage any of you to attend!! If you're iffy about driving to USC, you can take the train from Fullerton to Union Station for about $11 round trip and there's a free shuttle that runs from the train station to campus and back every half hour.   I have the scholarship information, also -let me know if you'd like it! :)

A conference announcement from the USC Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics - April 26, 2014     Young Women's Political & Civic Leadership Program An Opportunity for High School Leaders to Meet the Politicos and Elected Officials of California  Saturday, April 26, 8:45AM - 3:30PM Ronald Tutor Campus Center, The Forum (RTCC 450)   The 2014 Young Women's Political and Civic Leadership Program is designed for high school girls from California who have leadership potential and an interest in politics. Participants will have the opportunity to hear young politicos, elected officials and community leaders speak about the importance of having more women leading in politics. The workshop will also emphasize hands-on training and will cover topics such as: why we need more young women in political office, crafting your personal brand, networking, and how to get involved now. Meals will be provided. University of Southern California  Ronald Tutor Campus Center, The Forum (RTCC 450) 3607 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA 90089 An RSVP is required in order to attend the event. If you are a high school student interested in participating, please RSVP by visiting www.usc.edu/esvp ESVP Code: LEADERSHIP RSVP Deadline: Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 5:00 PM The cost to attend is $35. Scholarship opportunities are available. For scholarship application instructions please, click here.  Please email Laura Hill, Deputy Director of the USC Jesse M. Unruh Institute at lauramhi@usc.eduwith any questions. Parking Information: Recommended parking is Parking Structure X (PSX) accessible via USC Gate 3. The 2014 Young Womens Political and Civic Leadership Program is presented in partnership with California Women Lead, California YMCA Youth and Government, Running Start, USC Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, USC Political Student Assembly, and USC Womens Student Assembly.  see more information>