Curriculum Themes

Black History & Philosophy
Organizing vs. The Machine
- Early and Often - Chicago History of Politics
- Black Political Culture
- Organizing in the 21st Century

Government & Levers
Special Interests - Labor & Corporate, Budgets, Legislative Processes
- Chicago System of Government
- The Media and Public Opinion
- Fighting for Our Interest

Campaigns and Operations
Petitions, Paid & Earned Media, Field, Research, Fundraising
- Politicking for Good
- Keys to a Campaign
- Show Me What Accountability Looks Like
Schedule
Date | Event(s) |
---|---|
January 18th | Program Launch; Application Period Open (January 18th - 31st) |
February 16th | Cohort Members Announcement |
February 27th | Black History & Philosophy |
March 13th | Black History & Philosophy |
April 10th | Government & Levers |
May 8th | Government & Levers |
June 12th | Campaigns & Operations |
July 10th | Campaigns & Operations |
August 14th | Closeout; Graduation |