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and it has gotten me more interested in politics. The first job I had
was in Senate Information Systems, I got to answer the phone and
do work on the computer. When we have many different jobs we get
all angles of the process. It is a once in a lifetime experience that
I wouldn’t trade for the world. I would definitely recommend the
Senate Page Program to the younger people of Virginia. I am very
glad I got the opportunity.
Sutton Montgomery
,
South Hill
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The Senate Page Program is truly an
amazing experience that I will remember my
entire life. Not only do we learn about the
legislative branch of our state government
first-hand, but we also have lots of fun with
experiences outside our work. We have
attended the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
for a legislative reception, where many of us
had the chance to meet Governor McAuliffe
among many others. We have also been
to the executive mansion for a dinner as
well as bowling with Lieutenant Governor
Northam. And we don’t only learn about our
government. For example, we went on field
trips that include the Virginia Holocaust
Museum, Tredegar Ironworks, The Supreme
Court of Virginia, and The Virginia War
Memorial. We also learn many other things
such as manners and professionalism in a
workplace environment. In all, the Senate
Page Program of Virginia is a wonderful
program that I am so happy I got involved in.
Amina Ghassab
,
Virginia Beach
When I was applying to be in the Senate Page Program, I
thought all we were going to do is just get lunch a coffee for the
Senators. When I got here, it was way more than that. Along the
way, we had to learn the responsibilities on many different jobs.
Some of the jobs included public speaking, and interacting with
many different people. One of my favorite jobs is working on the
floor because I get to interact with the Senators. Also with working
on the floor, I get to learn about the legislative process. Learning
the legislative process helps me prepare for the page mock session
Senate Pages with Page Director, Bladen Finch and other staff.
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