Officers

Close Up for New Americans gives students an inside view of the people, processes and places in our nation’s capitol. Our students meet with key people in government, law, business and media to gain real-world insights into how DC works. They meet with members of Congress (or staff), discuss hot issues with policy experts and dialogue with journalists about how the media shapes policy. Students also experience the stunning vistas of DC’s monuments – using our unique methodology that enables them to connect history to the roles they play in our democracy today. In short, we use Washington as a living classroom to give students insights that far transcend the typical travel experience.