The Maddy Institute

Meet our Summer 2025 Agricultural Policy Intern, Mia Zamora, at the California Department of Food and AG! 🌟

Mia is pursuing a B.A. in Political Science at California State University, Fresno, where she is a Smittcamp Family Honors College Scholar and a recipient of the Karl E. Buckman Scholarship

Meet our Summer 2025 Agricultural Policy Intern, Marisol Ferreyra Orozco at CDFA! 🌟

Marisol holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations with a minor in LGBTQ+ Studies and recently completed her Master’s in Public Policy and Administration at Sacramento State

Happy National Intern Day! 🌟 We are proud to celebrate the more than 500 students who have participated in our internship programs and carry forward Senator Ken Maddy's legacy of dedicated public service for our region.

We’re just 4 weeks away from The Maddy Institute’s 11th Annual Sacramento Reception! 📷

This year, we proudly celebrate our 25th Anniversary by presenting our Legacy Award to The Honorable Chuck Poochigian!

Get your tickets today: themaddyinstitute.org/.../annual-s...

Meet our Summer 2025 Agricultural Policy Intern, Garret Gomes, in the Office of California Department of Food and Agriculture, Legislative Affairs!

Garret is a second-year Agricultural Communications major with a minor in Laws and Society at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Beverly Scholar, Nayen Lepe-Koharchick, in the Capitol Office of @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social ! 🌟

Nayen is a Political Science major at @csubakersfield.bsky.social
with a strong interest in elections, international relations, and political theory.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for yesterday’s Maddy Associates Luncheon with @esmeraldasoria.bsky.social and Asm. David Tangipa. We appreciate their thoughtful updates on key issues impacting the Central Valley, from tariffs and immigration to healthcare and the future of high-speed rail.

Meet our Beverly Scholar, Leah Alonzo, in the Capitol Office of @esmeraldasoria.bsky.social! 🌟

Leah is a first-generation Mexican-American and rising fourth-year Political Science major at @ucmerced.bsky.social, with a minor in Natural Sciences Education.

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Costa Scholar, Jake Dowell, with the Washington, D.C. Office of Congressman Vince Fong! 🌟

Jake Dowell is an agricultural communications major at California State University, Fresno, set to graduate in Fall 2025.

Thank you to all who joined us for last week's Maddy Associates Luncheon with Rob Lapsley, President of California Business Roundtable. His insight on California's regulatory environment provided a valuable perspective on the impact it has on businesses and state’s economic landscape.

Join us next Wednesday, July 23, for our rescheduled Maddy Associates Luncheon with Assemblyman Dr. Joaquin Arambula, Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, and Assemblyman David Tangipa.

📢 How does AI impact state government?

Don’t miss the latest episode of The Maddy Report, airing this Sunday at 5 PM on ABC30!

Special thanks to Pedro Nava, Chair of California's Little Hoover Commission, for sharing his insightful perspective on AI.

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Costa Scholar, Lauren Aiello, with the Washington, D.C. Office of @repjimcosta.bsky.social !

Lauren Aiello is a fourth-year student at Fresno State, double majoring in Political Science and Mass Communications and Journalism.

Join us for our 11th Annual Sacramento Reception! This year, we proudly celebrate the Institute's 25th Anniversary by presenting our Legacy Award to The Honorable Chuck Poochigian for his instrumental role in the creation of our organization.

RSVP: annual-sacramento-reception.eventbrite.com

Meet our Maddy Intern, Yasmin Miranda-Mandujano, with the Office of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla! 🌟

Yasmin recently graduated from Madera Community College with an associate degree in Political Science.

To learn more about our summer interns, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

Our 2024–25 Annual Impact Report is here! 🌟

This fiscal year, we awarded a record number of scholarships, built new partnerships, and were recognized by the California Legislature as a Nonprofit of the Year!

See the impact of your support:
🔗 themaddyinstitute.org/about-us/imp...

Meet our Summer Maddy Intern, Rylee Steelman, with the Office of U.S. Representative Adam Gray! 🌟

Rylee is a Political Science major at Stanislaus State, where she is part of the Honors Program and an active member of the Pre-Law Society.

To learn more, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our Vice Chair, John Harris, a leader whose contributions to agriculture leave a lasting impact on our region and beyond. We are grateful for John's leadership as a founding member of our Board. His life’s work will continue to inspire ours.

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Intern, Maya Gonzalez, with the Merced Office of CA Senator Anna Caballero! 🌟

Maya is a recent graduate from the University of California, Merced, where she received her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Sociology.

Join us to hear insights from city managers around the Central Valley as they highlight the unique challenges and opportunities facing our region.

Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMso...

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Intern, Lillian Weese, with the Office of Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo! 🌟

Lillian is a member of the Wukchumni Tribe in Visalia, CA, and a first-generation college student at Fresno State, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Native American Studies.

The latest episode of Valley Views is now available on all podcast streaming platforms! Thank you to Robert Phipps, Fresno Council of Governments, and Kendall Flint, DKS Associates, for sharing what Measure C means for Fresno County.

Listen here: themaddyinstitute.org/valley-views...

Meet our Summer 2025 Intern, Kaylie Escobar-Islas, with the Office of @esmeraldasoria.bsky.social! 🌟

Kaylie is a rising senior at @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social, double majoring in Political Science and Legal Studies!

To learn more about our interns, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

Don’t miss this Sunday’s Maddy Report at 5 PM on ABC30 with Kyle Greenspan, Research Associate at the @ppicnotes.bsky.social

Meet our Summer 2025 Intern, Hailey Llanez, with the Office of Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig! 🌟

Hailey is a first-year student at Clovis Community College, double majoring in Political Science & Communications.

To learn more about our interns, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Intern, Cindy Lemus, with the Office of Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula! 🌟

Cindy is a third-year student at Fresno State, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Criminology.

To learn more about our summer interns, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

Interested in attending and becoming a Maddy Associate? Visit themaddyinstitute.org/maddy-associ... or email themaddyinstitute@mail.fresnostate.edu to learn how you can get involved and be a part of this meaningful conversation.

Join us for our Maddy Associates Luncheon on July 9 for an engaging discussion with Rob Lapsley, President of the California Business Roundtable, on the state's regulatory environment and the impact it has on businesses.

Meet our Summer 2025 Maddy Intern, Aydan Starman, with the Office of Assemblyman Stan Ellis! 🌟

Aydan is a sophomore at @csubakersfield.bsky.social, where he serves as a fellow on the Legislative Affairs Committee for ASI. To learn more about our interns, visit themaddyinstitute.org/internship-o...

Our office is closed in observance of Juneteenth. As we commemorate the end of slavery, we honor this pivotal moment in our nation’s history and reflect on the enduring values that unite us all.