Graduate Council
The Public Policy Graduate Student Council seeks to represent the graduate students of the Public Policy Program. Its mission:
- To promote a vibrant, inclusive community that builds a strong network within the Public Policy Program
- To provide opportunities for debate and round-table discussions outside of the classroom, giving all students a voice
- To enhance learning, networking, and idea sharing among all students in our community that come from a diversity of experiences and interests
- To maintain strong relationships with other academic departments, private organizations, and public entities
- To act as an intermediary between the Public Policy administration and the Public Policy graduate student body on all affairs that affect students
Lily Rashes
lrashes [at] stanford.edu (lrashes[at]stanford[dot]edu)
Co-President
Lily Rashes is coterminally pursuing a bachelor's and master's degree in Public Policy at Stanford University with concentrations in International and National Security Policy and Legal and Regulatory Interventions, respectively. From taking a Public Policy Intro Sem freshman fall to planning last year's graduate student Washington DC trip, Lily has loved being a part of the Public Policy Program. Lily's favorite Public Policy master's class to date was Problem Solving and Decision Making for Public Policy and Social Change, and she looks forward to TAing it for the second time this year. Beyond academic pursuits, Lily loves watching political dramas and taking the occasional flying trapeze class. Lily is excited to further opportunities for graduate students to build community, both academic and social, through fun and meaningful programing over the next year.
Mary Ghebreselassie
mhaile [at] stanford.edu (mhaile[at]stanford[dot]edu)
Co-President
Mary Ghebreselassie is a coterminal master’s student in Public Policy at Stanford University, where she also completed her undergraduate studies in International Relations, with a focus on Social Development and Human Well-Being, and History & Culture.Born in Eritrea and raised there for the first twelve years of her life, Mary immigrated to the U.S. with her family in 2013, carrying with her a deep connection to her roots. As an aspiring physician passionate about global health, she aims to integrate her Public Policy education with her commitment to improving health outcomes in marginalized communities.A nature lover at heart, Mary is captivated by the interconnectedness of human health and the environment. She envisions one day having her own farms and gardens where she can incorporate sustainable practices that reflect her values. Excited for this academic year, she looks forward to building strong bonds with her peers and creating a vibrant community within the Public Policy Program.