Successful journalists and politicians share several key skills, from the ability to communicate complex issues to the personal presence needed to connect with a wide range of people. Little wonder, then, that the path to a political career often runs through the School of Communications and Theater. Six SCT alumni discuss their political careers, from press secretary to state Assemblyman.
Lydia Lenker, JOUR '84
Suzanne Kurtz, JOUR '06
Alescia Teel, JOUR '04
Press Secretaryfor the Gov. of Tennessee
Press Secretary forRepublican Jewish Coalition
Press Secretary for NJAssembly Majority Office
Michael Pagan, JOUR '98
Paul D. Moriarty, RTF '81
Tamica Tanksley, COMM/THEA '00
Press Secretary for U.S. Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg
Washington Twp. Mayor, NJ Assemblyman, 4th District
Co-Director of Community AffairsOffice of Pa. State Sen. Vincent Hughes