Democratic National Convention
Democratic National Convention: Academic Seminar
This two-week course examines the role of national political conventions in the process of nominating and electing a party’s candidates for president and vice president of the United States. The course takes place on-site at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina. This special academic seminar places students in volunteer fieldwork positions with the party, convention committee, host committee, media, and many other convention related organizations and events.
This two-week on-site offering is held at the Democratic National Convention, August 25–September 7, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
For more information or if you are interested in attending both the DNC and RNC, please contact us at C2012@twc.edu [2].
Photos from the 2008 Conventions
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Overview
Overview: Democratic National Convention
Combining formal instruction, guest lectures, panels, tours, site visits, and fieldwork assignments, the program gives students the opportunity to experience the convention from behind the scenes, and to witness democracy in action at both the grassroots and national levels.
During the first week, students witness and participate in the building excitement of the convention preparations. As the weekend approaches, students are able to volunteer for convention-related assignments and attend convention receptions and rallies. Topics during the first week include the history of political campaigns and conventions, the nomination process, convention planning and procedures, party organizations, campaign finance, and media coverage. Students also enjoy an introduction to the host city and the convention facility.
During week two, the week of the convention, the daily program continues as each previous day’s events are analyzed and the upcoming events of the day are anticipated and discussed. The second week focuses on the keynote address, party platform, party factions, selection of the presidential and vice presidential nominees, campaign issues and strategies, and other important races.
For more information, please contact us at C2012@twc.edu [2].
Photos from the 2008 Conventions
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Dates & Deadlines
Dates & Deadlines: Democratic National Convention
Dates
August 25-September 7, 2012, Charlotte, NC
Application Deadline
June 1, 2012
For more information, please contact us at C2012@twc.edu [2].
Photos from the 2008 Conventions
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Fees
Fees: Democratic National Convention
- $4,495 (housing included)
- $150 (non-refundable deposit)
Housing costs are reflected in the above pricing. If students prefer to use their own housing, please contact us for adjusted pricing information. Transportation and personal expenses are not included, although some food will be provided at special events.
Deposits are nonrefundable, but substitutions may be made until July 15, 2012. Full payment is required by May 1, 2012.
For more information, please contact us at C2012@twc.edu [2].
Photos from the 2008 Conventions
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