Staff Spotlight- Rachel Pike

Rachel Pike joined Senator Franken’s Washington D.C. staff in January. A native of Pine Island in southern Minnesota, Rachel graduated from Pine Island High School in 2004 and went on to Winona State University where she majored in Sociology-Family Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies.

During college Rachel became involved in community work and she brings her strong commitment to helping others to the office every day.  She talks with constituents everyday and works to get them assistance and resolve any issues or questions they might have. Rachel is also in charge of interviewing, hiring, and organizing the office interns.

“My favorite thing about working for Senator Franken is being able to serve Minnesotans. Each day presents opportunities to help people and I love staying connected to my home state. It’s great to be able to work with other Minnesotans here in Washington who are working for the same common causes. Sen. Franken has do so much for Minnesota, and I’m proud to be a part of his team.

Rachel moved to D.C. in May of 2009, but returns to Minnesota every few months forbirthdays and holidays.