Lori Smith Ashford
Aside from the wonderful friendships and valuable networks I gained through the MSFS program, I benefited greatly from learning to think about issues in a policy context and to write and speak for policy audiences. These skills have been advantageous in every job I have had in the last 20 years, both in government and in the non-profit world.
Undergraduate Experience
University of Colorado—Boulder, International Affairs
Professional Experience
U.S. Department of Commerce (Intern); Legislative Correspondent, U.S. House of Representatives
Concentration
Global Commerce and Finance
Certificate Program
International Business Diplomacy
Internships
American Embassy, Port Luis, Mauritius; International Trade Administration
Languages
Spanish
French
Post-MSFS Employment
Presidential Management Fellow; Office of Management and Budget; Planned Parenthood; Technical Director, International Programs, Population Reference Bureau
Upcoming SFS Events
- Nov 23, 12pm: The Presence of Puerto Rico in US Politics, Gov. Luis Fortuñ
- Nov 23, 12:15pm-2pm: European Perceptions of Islam & America
- Nov 23, 12:15pm-2pm: Lunch Lecture by Professor Peter O'Brien