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Goucher College Model Senate

Goucher College Model Senate. Why should YOU be a part of Goucher College Model Senate?. Become more informed about the U.S. Senate A great introduction to Political S cience courses in college Meet other high school leaders from the Greater Baltimore area

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Goucher College Model Senate

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  1. Goucher College Model Senate

  2. Why should YOU be a part ofGoucher College Model Senate? • Become more informed about the U.S. Senate • A great introduction to Political Science courses in college • Meet other high school leaders from the Greater Baltimore area • Looks great on your resume!

  3. What is the U.S. Senate all about? • Tell us what YOU know about the Senate • Can you name any Senators? • Have you taken any introductory classes to government? • Do you just want to learn more about the Senate? (Then you're in the right place.)

  4. What is Goucher College Model Senate? • Take part in a live, mock role play of the U.S. Senate • Portray a United States Senator • Introduce legislation as your Senator • Participate in Floor Sessions and debates • Engage in Committee Meetings • Learn how to research a bill

  5. Example Senate Sessions • Senate Debate over Debt Ceilinghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIRR-sMUghY (0:00-3:00) • How to Introduce Legislation http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dm8APCgYpmw (0:00-3:10) • Debating the Assault Weapons Ban in Judiciary Committee http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYI3MEhegvQ (0:00-3:00)

  6. How do I sign up?? • Visit http://blogs.goucher.edu/modelsenate/to download the registration form and waiver • Contact your high school government or Social Studies teacher to get your classmates involved Questions? Contact Nina Kasniunas Assistant Professor - Goucher College Department of Political Science 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd Baltimore, MD 21204 nina.kasniunas@goucher.edu

  7. We look forward to seeing you in November!

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