I met Dominika Bukalova at ASPA in March, and now, after some snacks and chats at #ICMAconference we’re about to embark on an epic literary journey about women leaders #Staytuned

Fun day talking with students about our excellent SDSU-IV programs at IVC. Last year included a student trip to DC, projects with the community…what’s next?! Come learn with us! #SDSU_IV #SDSU

A big thank you to Venus for speaking with our public administration class today! Inspiring the next generation of public leaders (yet again)! SDSU Imperial Valley #SDSU School of Public Affairs

Thankful for Stopher’s wonderful presentation in our class today. His insights about working in state and local government are on point! Thank you for visiting with us!#SDSUAlumni #SDSU_IV School of Public Affairs

The brain must be stable enough to remember important old things yet flexible enough to learn new ones without destroying old memory traces—preferably for as long as it exists econ.st/3h7VG3i

Thank you for sharing your insights and experience with our class today Murtaza Baxamusa! Grateful for your time and for sharing your knowledge with our PA students! SDSU Imperial Valley School of Public Affairs San Diego State University

Excited to be kicking off our student trip with our students, Dr. Swayne, & Dr. Kanaan at the California State Capitol - wonderful tour to start the day! Thank you, Tabitha & Cindy at the Museum!

Senate Floor Introductions for SDSU-IV and SDSU students happening now! Thank you Senate President pro Tempore Atkins & Andrew Medina!

Thank you for taking the time to meet with us today Ben Chida - we appreciate you sharing about your journey & your team’s priorities! Thank you for your efforts to support students & education! SDSU Imperial Valley San Diego State University School of Public Affairs Madi Swayne, PhD

A wonderful welcome to the Assembly this morning - thank you Assembly Speaker pro Tempore Ward Assemblymember Chris Ward! Grateful to you & your team for welcoming our students! SDSU Imperial Valley School of Public Affairs San Diego State University @ProfColvin

Thank you, Luke Koushmaro Legislative Analyst for taking the time to meet with our SDSU Imperial Valley and School of Public Affairs San Diego State University students! We appreciate your time and insights into the important work of the LAO! Madi Swayne, PhD @ProfColvin Salvador Espinosa

Grateful for the opportunity to meet with @CarlosMarquezCA, Carmen-Nicole Cox, & Jose Quezada ACLU California Action - thank you for sharing about your experiences & your integral role in Sacramento with our SDSU Imperial Valley & School of Public Affairs San Diego State University students! Madi Swayne, PhD @ProfColvin

A wonderful dinner at Frank Fat’s with SDSU Alumni wrapped up our student trip. A big thank you to alums @AsmDavidAlvarez, Jonathan Clay, David Takashima, Edgar Ruiz The Council of State Governments, & Chris Jonsmyr for joining us! SDSU Imperial Valley School of Public Affairs Madi Swayne, PhD @ProfColvin San Diego State University

Earlier today our students had an excellent conversation with Michael Wiafe Michael Wiafe, MPP in the Office of the Governor relating to education policy - thank you for taking the time to connect with us, Michael! School of Public Affairs SDSU Imperial Valley @ProfColvin Madi Swayne, PhD PSFA at SDSU

Our Sacramento trip experience continues with an introduction of our students by @AsmDavidAlvarez in the CA Assembly - thank you for taking the time to recognize our students, Assemblymember Alvarez! School of Public Affairs SDSU Imperial Valley @ProfColvin PSFA at SDSU Madi Swayne, PhD

Our School of Public Affairs students’ second day of meetings in Sacramento was a success! Thank you for the wonderful visit to the Assembly Chamber & sharing about your legislative priorities Assemblymember Chris Ward! @ProfColvin Madi Swayne, PhD PSFA at SDSU

We also had an opportunity to learn about the critical work of Legislative Analyst from fellow SDSU Alumni Luke Koushmaro- thank you for taking the time to meet with us! School of Public Affairs @ProfColvin Madi Swayne, PhD

Big thank you to Carmen-Nicole Cox ACLU California Action for taking the time to meet with our students in the Capitol to tell us about her work & discuss some key bills this legislative session School of Public Affairs @ProfColvin SDSU Imperial Valley

The Academy for Local Elected Officials (ALEO) Conference, hosted by San Diego State University’s (SDSU) School of Public Affairs (SPA) and the Institute for Innovative Governance (IIG), was a tremendous success!

Over the course of the conference, local leaders engaged in discussions focused on advancing collaboration and regional governance. The event featured a diverse array of panels, with experts sharing valuable insights into policy challenges and innovative solutions.