Washington DC
Science Policy Trip

2025 trip will be announced in the fall

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Join us for an exploration into science policy in the nation's capital!  Our five-day trip includes lodgings, and most meals, flights - if you choose, educational discussions, and of course the opportunity to see Washington, DC landmarks like the White House, National Mall Memorials, Smithsonian Museums, and the Capital. 

And, because this trip is scheduled at the beginning of winter break, we understand that some may wish to stay in DC or travel to other destinations from DC following our program, or even just meet us in DC for the program, while others will want to return to LA, there will be different pricing depending on your travel selections.​

Also, though the trip is already subsidized, we know that some students may face exceptional financial barriers that could prevent their participation, so we are providing the option to break up the fee over time, and/or to apply for the Global Perspectives Scholarship in-order-to receive additional subsidy, if needed.

Discuss science policy with those who have played a role in setting and implementing policy for the United States, including: lobbyists and advocates, science advisors and politicians, and in many cases Caltech Alumni.  Notable visits from past trips included: Vice President Gore's Science Advisor, the Science Advisor to Secretaries of State Clinton and Kerry, the Director of DARPA, the Director of the NSF, policy advisors at the NIH, the Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), and more.   

Space is limited- don't miss this opportunity! Questions may be directed to us by phone (626) 395-6163, email caltechy@caltech.edu or in person at the Caltech Y (505 South Wilson – next to the Caltech Credit Union). 

The goal of the Washington DC Science Policy Trip is to advance political understanding and promote engaged, responsible citizenship. You can read more about one of our past trips here.