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Some of our Graduate Archer Fellows were kind enough to share photos of their recent adventures with us. Enjoy this behind-the-scenes peek into their summer in Washington so far.

Last night, our Summer 2026 Graduate Archer Fellows, members of the AFAA Washington, D.C. Chapter, and Archer Center staff gathered for a New Fellow Mixer, followed by a trip to Nationals Park for the annual Congressional Baseball Game. This beloved charity event, played by members of the U.S. Congress, has been a time-honored tradition since 1909. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

Summer 2026 Graduate Archer Fellow Spotlight: Meet Merci Paulhill, a Ph.D. candidate in the School of Nursing at The University of Texas at Austin. This summer, Merci is interning with the American Nurses Association, where she will bring her nursing expertise to federal policymaking spaces. Read more about Merci below!

Get to know our Summer 2026 Graduate Archer Fellows! This exceptional cohort of changemakers represents twelve academic and health institutions within The University of Texas System. This summer, they will pursue internships across a range of fields, including health policy, scientific research, conservation, education, social services, and government oversight. We know they’ll accomplish great things in our nation’s capital.

Meet the cohort: archercenter.org/summer2026.html

Welcome, Summer 2026 Graduate Archer Fellows! From sunrise classes and Capitol tours to networking workshops and alumni conversations, our newest cohort kicked off their Washington experience with a week of learning, leadership, and community-building.

And we’re just getting started! Stay tuned as we showcase this remarkable group of graduate and medical students throughout the summer.

SFA’s Williams recounts experience as Archer Fellow | SFA NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Barret Williams, a senior business economics major from Wake Forest, North Carolina, represented Stephen F. Austin State University in the Archer Fellowship Program in Washington, D.C., during the spring 2026 semester. Williams, the first Archer Fellow from the Nelson Rusch...

Public service carries a legacy built on sacrifice, commitment, and courage. Today, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.

The spring 2026 edition of the Archer Center Spotlight newsletter is here, celebrating this season’s achievements, milestones, and the generosity of our incredible Archer Center community.

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Our congratulations to Fall 2025 Archer Fellow Andrea Maldonado on her many accomplishments, including her admission to the Texas Pipeline Program at The University of Texas School of Law!

Congratulations to Andrea Maldonado on her graduation and outstanding achievements!

Andrea has distinguished herself as a remarkable student leader, scholar, and aspiring legal professional. As a Pre-Law Honors Student majoring in Political Science and Economics at UTRGV, she has demonstrated exceptional dedication to academic excellence, leadership, and public service. Andrea also served as an Archer Fellow in Washington, D.C., as an intern for the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL). Her recognition as the 2023–2024 Student Leader of the Year reflects her commitment to making a meaningful impact both inside and outside the classroom. Andrea was admitted into the Texas Pipeline Program of the University of Texas School of Law for next year. We are incredibly proud of Andrea’s accomplishments and excited to see all that she will achieve in the future. Wishing her continued success in law school and beyond!

Proof that even after 25 years, we still know how to strike a pose. 📸

Take a look at some photo booth favorites from our 25th Anniversary Celebration at the Library of Congress.