[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 31 (Tuesday, February 24, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E242]
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 24, 2015

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Uni-Capitol 
Washington Internship Program. This program is a wonderful educational 
and cultural exchange for both the congressional intern and office. The 
Uni-Capitol Washington Internship Program annually delivers some of 
Australia's best and brightest university students for two month 
internships in our offices. During their time in our nation's Capitol, 
these student-ambassadors continue to develop their commitment to civic 
engagement and public service.
   This year I welcomed student-ambassador Emma Lee who has been a 
great example of the high quality students who are involved in this 
program. Emma is a Masters candidate from the University of Sydney, 
with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong where she was 
a Dean's Scholar. She has been an invaluable asset to our office these 
past two months.
   Throughout her time in this office, she has had the chance to pursue 
her interests on a range of issues, from foreign affairs, human rights, 
and diplomacy to food security and the environment. She has attended 
committee briefings, drafted constituent correspondence, and assisted 
my staff with research. Her Australian accent has garnered the 
attention of many of my constituents on tours and over the phone. She 
is often asked to share her experiences in Washington, DC.
   I ask my colleagues to join with me in recognizing the contributions 
of the Uni-Capitol Internship Program and to thank Emma Lee for her 
participation, time, and hard work.

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