For Students

Resources for Studying U.S. Government

Are you studying the U.S. government and need to research the history, important documents, or current workings of our democracy? The following links can direct you towards this information on the Web.

Students.gov

The Students.gov website is an Internet gateway to the U.S. government, and provides connections to resources for career exploration, government, community service, and the military.

U.S. House of Representatives Education Resources

The U.S. House of Representatives Education Resources page provides access to historical documents related to the democratic process.

Library of Congress

The Library of Congress is the U.S. government's online resource for materials and information about U.S. and world culture. The Library also maintains THOMAS, a searchable database of legislative information.

Resources in My Office

Congressional Internships in Oregon’s First District

I offer student internships opportunities in both my Portland and Washington, D.C. offices to help Oregon high school or college students interested in a hands-on opportunity to learn about Federal policy and the ways in which elected officials represent their constituents.

Congressional Art Contest

Every year my office holds an art contest for High School students in the 1st Congressional district. The contest is held each year in early spring. The contest winner's artwork hang in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol Building for one year.

Higher Education Resources

If you are interested in pursuing school beyond high school, whether at a community college or four-year institution, the following links direct you to essential resources for financial aid for higher education.

U.S. Department of Education Office of Federal Student Aid

The Office of Federal Student Aid is the primary student financial aid resource on the web. Available in English and Spanish.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

FAFSA is the first step in obtaining federal financial aid for higher education.

Oregon Student Assistance Commission

OSAC is the state student financial aid agency for Oregon.

Service Learning Resources

Corporation for National and Community Service

Information on becoming an AmeriCorps member and national service scholarships.

Leadership Programs

Congressional Youth Leadership Council

The Congressional Youth Leadership Council program scholars represent the upper echelon of today's youth in both academic performance and community leadership. Each student is hand-selected for nomination by distinguished educators, mentors or CYLC program alumni, ensuring that every participant possesses the drive and determination to emerge as a future& world leader.