Be part of the most exciting 3 days in politics.  The Iowa Experience is an opportunity to observe and participate in democracy in action.  The Caucuses occurs once every four years and this election-year is already one of great significance.  Students will attend political rallies, volunteer on candidates campaigns, observe the Republican Caucus and attend post-caucus candidate parties.  Come and experience the excitement and energy as we await the decision for this “First in the Nation,” process.   

The cost of this trip is $500, which includes lodging, local transportation, event access, and all daily activities. *Cost does not include airfare or meals.

Monday, January 2, 2012

12:00                     Students arrive and settle into living quarters

12:30                     Orientation

2:00                        Meet with leaders in Iowa

5:00                        Dinner on own

7:00                        Attend rallies for Candidates

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

10:00- 12:00        Tour candidates headquarters

5:00-9:00            Attend Caucus

9:00                        Attend election night parties (including victory party)

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

10:00-12:00         Debrief and share experiences

12:00-1:00           Banquet and awards

1:00                        Students depart

The New Hampshire Experience

                Students participating in the New Hampshire Experience will be part of a tradition that dates back to 1916.  Come witness the first primary for the 2012 election first hand, and be involved in the democratic process.  Students will meet with political insiders, volunteer on candidates campaigns, attend political rallies, and enjoy the post primary victory parties.  Sign up now and be a part of this historic event. 

The cost of this trip is $500, which includes lodging, local transportation, event access, and all daily activities. *Cost does not include airfare or meals.

Monday, January 9, 2012

12:00                     Students arrive and settle into living quarters

12:30                     Orientation

2:00                        Meet with top NH Leaders

5:00                        Dinner on own

7:00                        Attend rallies for Candidates

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

10:00- 12:00        Tour candidates headquarters

1:00-4:00              Volunteer with primary candidates campaigns

8:00                        Attend election night parties (including victory party)

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

10:00-12:00         Debrief and share experiences

12:00-1:00           Banquet and awards

1:00                        Students depart