Our Mission is to increase the number of New Hampshire Republican women in elected and appointed governmental and political positions at the local, state and federal levels.   Vesta Roy Excellence in Public Service Series P.O. Box 304 Barrington, NH 03825 Phone: (603) 330-3832 vestaroyseries@gmail.com Copyright 2008, Vesta Roy Excellence in Public Service Series All Rights Reserved. Email the Webmaster Site by APR. Vesta Roy Excellence in Public Service Series 2009-2010 Program Dates and Topics September 17, 2009: Welcome and Orientation Location: Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Learn about the origins and mission of the Series, listen to an expert on gender psychology, spruce up your personal biography and write an engaging news release. October 15, 2009: Government and Politics: Where do you fit in? Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Understand the local, state, and national party structure; become acquainted with the unique features of NH state government; identify the range of opportunities to become involved in the GOP. November 19, 2009: Issues, Analysis, Traditional and New Media Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Understand the major issues facing NH policymakers; learn what works best in traditional and new media. January 21, 2010: Making your Meetings Marvelous Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Learn how to effectively run or participate in meetings; learn the basics of parliamentary procedure, become aware of the key provisions of NH’s Right-to-Know Law. February 18, 2010: Media Training and Looking your Best Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Get tips on wardrobe and imago; media training to look and sound your best; practice making a speech. March 18, 2010: Snow Day Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Please reserve this date in case a previous program is cancelled for weather. April 15, 2010: Day at the State House, Concord Location:  Upham Walker House and State Capitol, Concord Familiarize yourself with the legislative process and get comfortable participating in it; understand the role of the Executive Council; visit our historic State House. May 11-12, 2010: The Washington, D.C. Program Location:  The District of Columbia Meet members from other states’ Excellence in Public Service programs; get a view of Washington from insiders. May 20, 2010: Campaign Toolbox Location:  Plymouth State University, Concord Campus Learn elements of a winning campaign and how to implement them in planning a campaign; listen to real life stories from the campaign trail; get tips on fundraising and financial reporting requirements for candidates and organizations. June 2010: Class of 2010 Graduation Luncheon Location, Date and Speaker to be announced.