CUB’s New Schaich Intern

Less than a month ago, I started here at CUB as an Event Planning Intern to assist in the coordination of our second annual policy conference. I was initially drawn to CUB due to its strong history of consumer protection and progressive attitudes for the future of energy use. Sustainable, community-oriented public policy has been as the forefront of my academic and professional pursuits. Since earning a B.A. in Urban and Environmental Policy from Occidental College, I have had a number of jobs focused on policy and community organizing, ranging from affordable housing to international human rights to environmental stewardship. Having grown up just outside of Portland, I am grateful to have the opportunity to contribute first hand to the policies that affect our daily lives throughout Oregon.

I am particularly excited to contribute to this year’s policy conference, which is focused on energy efficiency. Conferences are a great way to bring people together to have the opportunity to learn and gain new perspectives. I thoroughly enjoy the satisfaction in not only putting on a successful event, but being part of the transformation, understanding and relationships that develop as a result. As a leader in energy efficiency policy, Oregon is a dynamic and progressive setting to discuss the future possibilities of this sector. I have high hopes for this year’s conference and I look forward to being part of the great work CUB contributes to Oregon’s residents.

CUB has been fortunate to have a number of great interns over the years. This is due not only to fortune, but also to an endowment, which helps fund one of our internships. The Eric Shaich Memorial Internship Fund was created in 1993 with the objective of providing students with the opportunity to gain skills and experience, while furthering CUB’s mission of ensuring fair utility rates, maintaining a sustainable energy supply, and promoting telecommunications policies which promote civic values. I am honored to be part of such a long tradition of education and service.

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