Committees
POLIS committees are opportunities for members to engage with various subfields of public service on G-Body off-weeks. At committee meetings, POLIS members can be found debating current events, peer-reviewing resumes, and even running wargaming simulations. All of our committees are student-designed and managed, and we welcome all members to propose new committees that they are passionate about at the beginning of the semester.
National Security
The National Security Committee aims to give members exposure to foreign policy issues and the policymaking process. We regularly hold presentations and discussions. We also practice State Department-style policy memorandum writing and wargames on a hypothetical international crisis.
Political Media Committee
Committee about the intersection of politics, culture, and media. Fall ‘26 events will include watch parties of popular political media like VEEP, The Daily Show, and video podcasts to discuss and evaluate current trends in political media, as well as hosting speakers in the political communications industry.
Law
Law Committee is for POLIS fellows who are considering going to law school or have an interest in the judiciary. In committee meetings, we discuss important court cases, learn from speakers in the legal field (law students, lawyers, pre-law advisors), and work to prepare for law school admissions.
Social
Collaborates on socials. In Fall ‘26, the committee focuses on encouraging the community and the well-being of fellows.
Elections
In Fall ‘26, the committee focuses on elections and the 2026 midterm cycle.