The IOP's Practitioners in Residence (PIRs) are people actively working in politics and public service who are here to help you get a job in these fields. They will serve as mentors for students, equipping them with the knowledge and connections to work in government, political campaigns, organizing, advocacy organizations, think tanks and much more.
Our first cohort of Practitioners in Residence will be with us through the winter and spring quarters.
Saat represents corporate clients and trade associations before the United States Congress and the Administration with a concentration on banking, capital markets, housing, and insurance issues. Named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyist list in 2023, Saat is known as a savvy and well-connected government affairs advocate in our nation’s capital.
Caroline is a democracy and voting rights advocate and organizer. A UChicago alum, she manages the team responsible for the Wisconsin Democratic Party’s efforts to educate voters, advocate for increased access to the ballot, defend against voter suppression, and monitor election-related litigation and legislation.
Andrew is a Democratic political strategist who has led the communications arms of winning campaigns across the country, including most recently for Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin. Since graduating from UChicago, Andrew served as Deputy Chief of Staff to the Office of Congressman Josh Harder, Communications Director to Andy Kim for Congress, and Communications Chief of Staff to Pete Buttigieg for President.
