Policy, Law, & Government

Interested in making an impact through law, public policy, government, or public service? The Policy, Law & Government Career Community can help you explore careers where you can influence policy, advocate for others, solve complex problems, and contribute to the public good. Whether you’re considering law school, government, politics, public policy, advocacy, campaigns, or another path within policy, law, and government, you’ll find resources, tools, and articles to help you navigate your path, along with opportunities and events related to this career community. Explore the PLG page to discover career options, build relevant skills, and connect your Dickinson experience to opportunities beyond campus.

Want to talk about your career plans? Reach out to Laura, your Policy, Law & Government Pathway Advisor! You can email, stop by her drop-in hours (Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 p.m. and Fridays, 2:00–3:00 p.m., in Biddle House), or make an appointment through Handshake. Laura’s happy to help you explore options, identify opportunities, and develop a plan for reaching your goals.

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Career Resources

LinkedIn Learning Courses

Advocating and serving: Changing public policy

Taught by LinkedIn Author: Leslie Crutchfield
The best nonprofits refuse to choose between either providing direct charitable service or advocating for policy reform. In this video,…

Legal Jargon Explained

Taught by Nkem Ekwukoma
Understanding legal jargon is essential for anyone dealing with contracts, negotiations, or legal matters. This course breaks down complex legal…

Leading in Government

Taught by Adelle J. Dantzler, M.S.Ed.
Many people feel that leading in government is a puzzle. While it certainly has its challenges, serving the public can…

Think Like a Lawyer to Make Decisions & Solve Problems

Taught by Kimberly Wehle
Why would any non-lawyer want to think like a lawyer? What’s the benefit of thinking like a lawyer? In this…

Building Trustworthy AI in Government: Responsible and Impactful Innovation

Taught by Brandie Nonnecke
This course provides a comprehensive framework for responsible AI implementation within the public sector, focusing on how government entities can…

Understanding Intellectual Property

Taught by Dana Robinson
How are you protecting your work? Author and attorney Dana Robinson gives you a high-level overview of intellectual property (IP),…

Understanding U.S. Patents: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Whether you are an inventor yourself, work at a company that innovates, or are part of a company where intellectual…

Understanding US Trademarks: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Virtually every business has a trademark, whether they know it or not. Your trademark might be your most valuable asset.…

Ethics: Managing Real or Perceived Conflicts of Interest

Taught by ProDio Audio Learning Inc., Brian Friedrich, and Laura Friedrich, MSc, FCPA
Conflicts of interest can cause serious harm when they are mishandled, yet as we take on more roles and opportunities,…

Developing Cross-Cultural Intelligence

Taught by Tatiana Kolovou
Being able to work across cultures is an increasingly necessary skill for all employees. Communications expert Tatiana Kolovou helps you…

Web Forensics: Recovering Digital Evidence

Taught by Jungwoo Ryoo
As the internet becomes more and more integral in our lives, so does the need to investigate criminal activity on…

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Address

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P.O. Box 1773
Carlisle, PA 17013

Career Service Hours

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Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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