Course curriculum

  • 1

    Module 1 Overview

    • Intro to Aerospace Advocacy with Ms. C

    • What is Advocacy
  • 2

    Module 2: Aerospace Advocacy Organizations w/ Mr. Simmons

    • AIAA, Space Florida, and more
  • 3

    Module 3: Placement on a Team

    • Being Part of a Legislative Advocacy Team w/M. Mikati
  • 4

    Module 4: Appointments with Legislators

    • Setting meetings schedule and managing invitations w/ Ms. C

    • Who Sets the Appointments?
  • 5

    Module 5: Aero Industry Talking Points

    • Talking Points Overview with C. Dooner

    • Talking Points Explanation

    • Economy Talking Point with P. Kiesling

    • Research and Development with M. Mikati

    • Workforce Development and Education with C. Dooner

    • Space Day Data and Numbers

    • Image of Aerospace Pipeline
  • 6

    Module 6: Appropriations in Action

    • What is an Appropriation w/ L. Kniskern

    • Overview of our First Appropriation w/ M. Mikati

    • How to Obtain Support for an Appropriation
  • 7

    Module 7: Rehearsing for Meetings

    • Rehearsing for Meetings: Overview

    • Rehearsing for face to face vs. virtual with Aadhya and Owen
  • 8

    Module 8: Meeting Day Overview

    • The Day of the Meeting is Here! Overivew

    • What to Expect the Day of Your Meeting: Face to Face vs. Virtual with Aadyah and Owen
  • 9

    Module 9: Final Thoughts and Tips for Success. INCLUDES QUIZ

    • Paul Kiesling on Why we Advocate

    • Troubleshooting and QnA

    • General AIA Trip Guidelines for STUDENTS

    • Traveling to Advocate for first time?

    • QUIZ: Are you Ready to be an Advocate?