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For Immediate Release: Jun 13, 2005
Eight selected as Governor?s Fellows
INDIANAPOLIS (June 13, 2005) – Eight of Indiana’s young leaders have been selected to the Governor’s Fellowship, a year-long program giving recent college graduates experience in various state agencies

INDIANAPOLIS (June 13, 2005) – Eight of Indiana’s young leaders have been selected to the Governor’s Fellowship, a year-long program giving recent college graduates experience in various state agencies.

 

Fellows participate in the daily activities of state government, complete special projects, travel to observe how work in the Capitol translates into action throughout the state, and experience firsthand how policy is made.

 

“These young leaders will experience the rewards of public service through hands-on opportunities,” said Governor Mitch Daniels. “It is an exciting time to be a part of state government and this group will have an impact as they develop skills that will serve them throughout their careers.”

 

The Governor’s Fellowship program was created in 1983 by Governor Bob Orr and is open to college graduates who receive their bachelor’s degrees in either fall of 2004 or spring of 2005. While any such graduate may apply, special consideration is given to applicants from Indiana, and candidates who have a B- or above grade point average.

 

The year of service corresponds with the state fiscal year, July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006, during which Fellows receive a competitive salary plus full fringe benefits.

 

The 2005-2006 Governor’s Fellows are:

 

Leah Allman

She is a University of Indianapolis graduate with a degree in political science and international relations as well as a minor in French. Allman, a Winamac native, has been involved in Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society and was a Presidential Scholar. In the spring of 2002 she was selected for the Hansard Scholars Program in the United Kingdom where she took courses and interned for a member of British Parliament.

 

Joanna Cornwell

She is a native of Fort Wayne and graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in political science and a minor in the Hesburgh Program of Public Service. During her senior year, Cornwell was the Notre Dame Literary Festival student coordinator. She has also worked as a caseworker assistant for refugee and immigrations services in South Bend and interned for the mayor of Fort Wayne.

 

Benjamin Deady

He is a graduate from Indiana University with a degree in political science and minors in Spanish, history and journalism. A native of Springfield, Ohio, Deady was a member of Alpha Phi Omega, a community service fraternity and the Mortar Board Senior Honor Society.

 

Justin Garrett

He is a native of Columbus and graduated from the University of Chicago in political science and law, letters and society. He was a member of the University of Chicago’s varsity baseball team and has interned in the office of U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar in Washington, D.C.

 

Justin McAdam

A graduate of Indiana University with degrees in economics and political science, McAdam is a Terre Haute native. McAdam was a member of several groups honored for their academic achievements, including Phi Beta Kappa for excellence in liberal arts; Omicron Delta Epsilon for excellence in economics; and Golden Key International Honor Society. McAdam served as an intern in the Indiana House of Representatives during the past legislative session.

 

Andrew Norris

He is a native of Indianapolis and graduated from Ball State University with a degree in political science and a minor in history. Norris served as vice president of the Ball State College Republicans and served as an intern in the Indiana Senate during the past legislative session.

 

Jessica Robertson

Robertson, a Fort Wayne native, graduated from Indiana State University with a degree in Finance. She served as the student trustee for the University from 2003-2005. Robertson was also involved in student government holding the positions of chief of staff, treasurer, and director of investigative affairs.

 

Malak Zawahri

She is a graduate of Indiana University with degrees in political science, religious studies and near eastern cultures and languages. Originally from Fort Wayne, Zawahri is a member of Golden Key and has interned with the Peace Corps in Madaba, Jordan.

 

 

 

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