The Latest from the League
Capitol Pathways Student Spotlight: Melody Her
Highlighting Capitol Pathways student Melody Her, a 3rd year St. Catherine University student interning at St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce this Spring 2023.
Capitol Pathways Students Gather for First Meeting and Social
Our Capitol Pathways program continues as the students finally meet each other in person, and others, during the recent cohort meeting and social. Thanks to all students, alumni, supporters, and others who could make it to our first social of this program year.
Meet the 2023 Capitol Pathways cohort
Coinciding with Minnesota’s 2023 legislative session, a new program year has begun, providing an immersive, hands-on policy experience.
Your year-end support is needed!
There has never been a more important time to show your support of coming together to find common ground, for the common good. If you’re able, please consider a gift today.
Citizens League Report: Serving in Elected Office
Read our new report on why people run, decline to run, remain serving, or step down from office, and the impact on local government.
Watch now: Run, Serve, and Lead: What it’s really like to serve in local elected office
This online event on in December 2022 highlighted findings of a new Citizens League report interviewing candidates and elected officials from all around the Twin Cities metro area and its suburbs.
Citizens League welcomes new board members in 2023
With great enthusiasm, the Citizens League Board of Directors has unanimously approved three new members to join the Board of Directors in 2023! We are excited to welcome this group to our all-volunteer board.
Capitol Pathways Student Application Now Open!
We are now recruiting students for the 2023 program year! Now in its eighth year, Capitol Pathways is a paid policy internship program for college students in Minnesota who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC).
EDTalks – What’s Next?: Healing and Connection for Educators and Students
Register today for the first EDTalks event of our 10th anniversary season featuring The Collaborative Affect and Dr. Jackie Vertigan. On October 27, our program will feature two dynamic presentations followed by time for audience Q & A with our presenters.
Capitol Pathways Spotlight: Maddie Geschu, 2019 Alum
By the time Capitol Pathways alum Maddie Geschu (they/them) was into their college career, they knew they had a heart for public service, working for people, and building community.
2021-2022 Annual Impact Report
The Citizens League is excited to share our 2021-2022 impact report with our community of supporters and friends.
Interconnected – Understanding Challenges Facing Rural & Urban EMS Systems
Join us on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. for this FREE webinar as we have a candid conversation exploring shared challenges and opportunities facing Emergency Medical Services in rural and urban areas.
Welcome, Yvonne!
Yvonne joins us as our new Director of Development, leading us in sustaining and building relationships with our organizational and individual supporters!
Mind Opener: Minnesota’s Changing Environment & Climate
Watch now: Minnesota’s Changing Environment and Climate: Connecting and caring for the place we call home.
Citizens League’s Annual Community Gathering
We invite friends, supporters, and community members to gather for a meet & greet event with Citizens League staff, board, and others!
Capitol Pathways Spotlight: Ileana Mejia, Host
As we prepare for next year’s Capitol Pathways internship program, we are highlighting the students, hosts, and alumni that contribute to this program’s success.