[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 19 (Tuesday, February 8, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E158-E159]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       IN HONOR OF THE UNI-CAPITOL WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 8, 2011

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the current 
participants of the Uni-Capitol Washington Internship Program. The Uni-
Capitol Washington Internship Program is a unique eight week experience 
that brings some of the most dedicated Australian university students 
who have exhibited a passion for civic engagement and public service to 
Washington, DC to work in Congressional offices.
  This year, I am honored to welcome Elizabeth `Liz' Noble into my 
Washington, DC office and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to 
participate in this valuable exchange program, as I have since this 
program was established in 2000. Since its inception, the program has 
seen 118 young Australians walk the halls of Congress in various 
capacities and it is with the utmost pride that I recognize the 
importance of the Uni-Capitol Washington Internship Program in the 
United States House of Representatives.
  Ms. Noble joined my office on January 3, 2011 from the University of 
Canberra where she is pursuing her B.A. in International Studies and 
Political Communication. During her time in my office, Liz has proven 
herself to be a tremendously caring, intelligent and dedicated intern 
and I am honored to host her. In addition to serving my constituents 
with professionalism and respect, she has attended hearings and 
briefings, drafted legislative correspondence and has assisted my 
staffers with a variety of important research projects.

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  Founded and directed by former House and Senate staffer, Eric 
Federing, the program fosters cultural and educational exchanges 
between the United States and Australia. Mr. Federing deserves 
distinguished praise for his efforts in coordinating this program and 
the support he provides to all participants is truly incredible. 
Outside of working in Democratic and Republican House, Senate and 
Committee offices, interns are given the opportunity to explore our 
brand of democracy through panel discussions with political 
correspondents, Members of Congress and representatives from various 
government offices as well as professionals at non-government agencies.
  Mr. Speaker, I cannot fully express how remarkable the Uni-Capitol 
Washington Internship Program is and how critical it is to 
strengthening ties with America's allies. Participating in this special 
exchange is a memorable experience that will stay with Liz, her peers 
and my staff for the rest of their lives. I extend my sincere 
appreciation to Mr. Federing for developing and organizing this 
program, to my fellow Members of Congress and their dedicated staff for 
hosting, to Liz for grasping this opportunity with an open heart and a 
curious mind and to all participants for engaging in public service. I 
ask my colleagues to join with me in recognizing the contributions of 
the Uni-Capitol Washington Internship Program and, again, thank 
Elizabeth Noble for her admirable participation and diligent work.

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