Founding Class
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Applications for our Founding Class are coming soon.
Apply Now (opens in new tab)Our Recruitment Process
For students interested in becoming a POLIS Fellow, recruitment will take place at the beginning of each Fall and Spring semester. Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know applicants beyond their resumes and better understand their interests in public service, politics, law, government, policy, advocacy, and civic leadership.
The recruitment process will include an information session, coffee chats, an online application, interview rounds, and invite-only recruitment events designed to help applicants learn more about POLIS and the community we are building.
As a founding chapter, POLIS is looking for students who are passionate, authentic, ambitious, and committed to growing as future public service leaders. Students from all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As a founding chapter, POLIS is looking for students who are passionate, authentic, ambitious, and committed to growing as future public service leaders.
Recruitment Timeline
Timeline coming soon. Dates will be updated before each recruitment cycle.
- 1
Information Session
[Date TBD]
- 2
Application Opens
[Date TBD]
- 3
Interview Rounds
[Date TBD]
- 4
Decisions Released
[Date TBD]
Questions About Recruitment?
VP of Recruitment
Abagail Price
Abagail Price serves as POLIS's VP of Recruitment and is the primary point of contact for all recruitment and application questions. If you have questions about joining, the recruitment process, or what to expect, reach out directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be a political science or pre-law student to apply?
No. POLIS is open to students from all majors who are interested in public service, politics, law, government, policy, advocacy, civic engagement, or related fields.
What is a POLIS Fellow?
A POLIS Fellow is an active member of Pi Lambda Sigma. Fellows participate in professional development, service initiatives, speaker events, mentorship, advocacy projects, and chapter programming.
What does it mean to join the Founding Class?
Joining the Founding Class means becoming part of POLIS's first active member class. Founding Fellows will help shape the chapter's culture, traditions, programming, and long-term impact at the University of Florida.
Is POLIS partisan?
No. POLIS is a nonpartisan pre-professional society focused on public service, ethical leadership, professional development, and civic engagement.
Do I need prior experience in law, government, or public service?
No. We value passion, curiosity, authenticity, professionalism, and a willingness to grow.
Who can I contact with questions?
If you have any questions about recruitment, applications, or membership, please reach out to us through Instagram, LinkedIn, or email.
Ready to Apply?
Join POLIS's Founding Class and help build a community of future public service leaders at the University of Florida.
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