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Andrew De Mesa
Intern Fall 2009-Spring 2010
Andrew is UHPP’S first international intern! A native Australian, Andrew is completing his Bachelors as a double major in International Relations & Policy Studies at Deakin University in Melbourne. Before he continues on to an Honors degree in Australian Public and Security Policy, Andrew wanted an abroad experience in a field that reflects his personal interests and academic background. This brought him to UHPP, where he will be focusing on wellness initiatives as a component of health system reform at the state and national level. To his work at UHPP, Andrew brings with him a unique insight into Australian politics and health care. Back at home, Andrew worked closely with non-governmental organizations throughout his academic profession. He hopes to bring his rich civic experience to bear on his participation in Utah policy debates, starting with health reform. Andrew feels very fortunate to be part of the team at UHPP at this momentous time in history of health care reform efforts.
Once he has his books closed and mind out of politics and policies, Andrew likes to relax with movies, hikes, athletics, sports, music production, and appreciates the unique Utah environment. It certainly helps, Andrew says, that he's “already fallen in love with the Utah culture.” Coming from Australia ‘down under,’ he hopes to embark on a life changing experience and to further develop his interests in the USA, through culture, politics, people, and tradition.
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Julia Fedorov
Volunteer
Julia moved to Salt Lake City from the South of Russia in 2008. Before coming to the USA she worked in administration at the South Russian State Technical University. She is happy to work with the team at UHPP and to contribute to the agency’s research and organizing efforts. Julia feels its’ time for the U.S. and Utah to embrace health care reform and is glad to be involved in this exciting effort. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, hiking, reading, and traveling with her husband. She is looking for a job in a related field while volunteering at UHPP. |
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Shelley Hoffmire
Volunteer
Shelley comes to UHPP with a background in non-profit management and policy analysis. She has worked with a variety of organizations that focused on micro loans, refuge aid, and child services.
She also has worked in the private sector in management and corporate communication. She has a M.A. in Administration and Policy Analysis from Stanford University and a B.A. in Humanities from Brigham Young University. Shelley is a recent transplant to Utah via Madison, WI, and Boston, MA. She loves to travel, ski, and 'hang out" with her kids. She lives in Holladay with her husband, teenage son, and a dog named Happy.
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