Political Campaign Academy
Not-for-Credit
Credit(s)
Credit(s)
Graduate, Professional Development
Academic Level
Academic Level
Fee based
Cost
Cost
Learn key skills to lead and manage a political campaign from the experts at the University at Albany’s Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy. This intensive, experiential learning program focuses on the practical skills needed to manage and lead political campaigns.
A two-day simulation exercise provides learners with real-life experiences of working with the media, engaging with voters, creating effective messages, maximizing social media and digital potential, understanding video production, and more. Teams of learners will develop and present a campaign strategy as the capstone activity.
Additional Information:
Program Dates
Dates/Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Location: UAlbany’s Downtown Campus (135 Western Avenue, Albany NY)
Who should attend?
- Government or political campaign staff and consultants
- Current graduate students studying political science, public administration and policy, or political communication
Instructor
The program will be facilitated by Libby Post, a Rockefeller College alum and adjunct instructor with decades of experience managing political campaigns in New York State, and will include additional guest experts.
Registration Process
Space is limited for this program so learners must complete a short application. Please join the waitlist to be notified when registration opens. Applications will be open in January 2026 and will close April 1. A limited number of scholarships are available.
University Instructor(s)
Adjunct Professor
Department of Public Administration & Policy, Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy
