Government, Law & Policy

Do you want to make a difference by serving others and being a change agent?
Do you enjoy learning about and discussing complex issues affecting our world?
Are you interested in possible careers in government, law, and policy sectors?
Are you passionate about solving individual, group, or societal problems through advocacy, policy work, law, or social service?

Government, Law & Policy prepares Grinnellians for careers in public policy, law, local and federal government, urban and regional planning, research, politics, human services, community organizing, advocacy, nonprofit management, international relations, international development, and more.

Life After Grinnell: Finding Joy Through Public Service Fellowships

By Margaret Morey ’25 and Hope Zionts ’26, Global Fellowship Ambassadors

The Global Fellowships and Awards office checked in with recent Grinnell alumni on their public service fellowship journeys. From Alabama to Saint Louis to Bangalore, these Grinnellians are making …

By Hope Zionts
Hope Zionts Global Fellowship and Awards Student Ambassador.
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Tatum Watkins ’27 Named 2026 Udall Scholar

Tatum Watkins ’27 dedication to environmental justice began while growing up on a farm in Clarinda, Iowa.

Read more on the Grinnell College website.

By Ann Landstrom
Ann Landstrom Assistant Dean & Director of Global Fellowships & Awards
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Tatum Watkins ’27 Named a 2026 Truman Scholar

Watkins is one of 55 new Truman Scholars selected from 781 candidates nominated by 305 colleges and universities. Truman Scholars must demonstrate outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to a career in public service, and academic excellence. Each Truman Scholar receives a …

By Ann Landstrom
Ann Landstrom Assistant Dean & Director of Global Fellowships & Awards
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Resources

Pre-Law Conferences

National Black Pre-Law Conference – Fall

Columbia Law School’s Virtual Law Symposium – Fall  

Drake University Constitutional Law …

Firsthand Vault Guides

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approximately 20,000 interns, …

The Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms is the most comprehensive, candid guide on the nation’s most prestigious …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guide to the Top Midsize Texas Law Firms is an in-depth, candid guide on the most prestigious midsize …

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