Allison Adams is a second-year psychology major pursuing a minor in public policy at the University of California, Riverside. She is originally from Sacramento, California. At UCR, she is a member of the Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law/Government Fraternity and serves as a Chairwoman for the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. Additionally, she is proud to work as a student staff member in UCR's Health, Well-Being, and Safety Department, where she contributes to student-focused policymaking initiatives. She has a passion for public service, law, and government, particularly in constitutional law and policymaking. She looks forward to being on the East Coast this summer and gaining firsthand experience in the Capital!

Matthew Dallalah is a second-year student at Northwestern University, double majoring in social policy and political science with a minor in business institutions. He is originally from Bangkok, Thailand, but currently lives in Savage, Minnesota, a small suburb just outside the Twin Cities. Matthew is very passionate about public policy, international relations, and the intersection of those two things. While most of his extracurricular involvements at Northwestern reflect a strong focus on domestic policy and civic outreach, he hopes to build on this foundation by engaging more directly with international policy issues in the future. Long term, he hopes to pursue a graduate degree and potentially a PhD, with the goal of working in global aid policy through a world organization. He is especially interested in how international institutions can design more equitable development strategies and humanitarian responses.

Natasha Mar is a sophomore at UCLA, double majoring in Cognitive Science and Music Industry. As the External Vice President of the Thai Student Association, she fosters cultural engagement by organizing events and collaborating with local Thai organizations, including the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Los Angeles and Thai restaurants as sponsors. She is deeply connected to the Thai community in San Diego and Los Angeles and volunteers with the Thai Community Development Center and local Thai temples. Natasha is passionate about international relations and marketing, particularly within the entertainment industry, and is also interested in data analysis, sync and licensing, and event production. Beyond academics and leadership roles, she has years of experience in the restaurant industry, assisting her mother’s Thai restaurant. A dedicated musician, she plays piano and cello and enjoys singing. In her free time, she loves playing chamber music, listening to music, and exploring different cultural cuisines.

Sara Landry is a first-year student at the College of William & Mary, majoring in Public Policy and Environmental Pre-Law. She is honored to be part of this year's Thai American National Internship Program. As an international student from Bangkok, Thailand, she is passionate about exploring the intersections of policy, advocacy, and international relations. She looks forward to gaining hands-on experience in Washington, D.C. and contributing to the Thai American community through this incredible opportunity.

Ty Lolak was born in Bangkok, Thailand, and currently lives in Arlington, Virginia. He is currently a second year student at the University of Virginia majoring in Public Policy and Leadership with minors in Economics and Government. Outside of school, he is an equipment manager for UVA's football team and a writer for the Cavalier Daily, his school's biggest student newspaper.