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Scholarship supports internship opportunities for UW-River Falls political science and international studies students
7 Jul 2026
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In 2023, University of Wisconsin-River Falls Political Science Professors Moira Lynch and Davida Alperin (now retired), recognized a need.
“Political science and international studies majors recognize the important value of completing an internship while earning their degree at UWRF,” Lynch said. “Internship opportunities bridge the gap between the educational and professional work worlds, but for students in these majors, internship opportunities are often out of reach due to financial constraints.”
Internships within government, policy and advocacy organizations or non-profits are often unpaid opportunities or provide small stipends or minimum-wage salaries. For students managing tuition costs and daily living expenses, that can be a struggle.
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