Program Staff
About Stephanie
Stephanie Webb, Director of Policy Internship Programs, most enjoys giving back to an experience that shaped the direction of her own life. As an undergraduate at Texas A&M, pursuing a dual major in animal science and agricultural communication and journalism, Stephanie completed two policy internships herself – in Washington, D.C. with Congressman Rubén Hinojosa (2006) and in Austin, TX with Representative Robby Cook (2007). After graduating in 2007, she went on to obtain a Master of Public Service and Administration at the Bush School of Government and Public Service. Immediately following her master’s program, Stephanie moved to Orlando, Florida where she served as the manager of employee communications at one of the largest community colleges in the nation. She is excited to be back at Texas A&M and for the opportunity to help students identify personal and professional goals.
About Erin
Erin moved to Bryan/College Station in 2008 and has been working at Texas A&M since that time. She has a B.A. in Sociology from Grinnell College and is currently pursuing her Masters of Public Service & Administration from the Bush School of Government & Public Service. Her career in higher education has focused on student development and retention efforts. She has led multiple student trips to Europe, including London, Madrid, Paris, and various locations significant in the D-Day battle. She is a certified StrengthsQuest™ facilitator and is an advocate of the “pay it forward” philosophy. As the Program Manager for Texas A&M’s Policy Internship Programs, Erin finds joy in helping students shape their academic and professional careers. In her spare time Erin is an avid runner and weight training enthusiast. She is committed to providing others with the generosity she was provided and is proud to call Aggieland her home.
About James
James B. Palacios, a native of Pharr, TX in the Rio Grande Valley, serves as Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator for Texas A&M’s Policy Internship Programs. James graduated from Texas A&M in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications and Journalism and in 2019 with a Master of Public Service and Administration from the Bush School. James completed a policy internship himself in the summer of 2016 with then-Congressman Ruben Hinojosa. James is passionate about youth and student development as he has worked with the Texas FFA and been an academic advisor on campus. He looks forward to introducing students to our programs and helping them accomplish their goals.<br />
About Eric
Eric graduated from Texas A&M in December 2022 with a degree in philosophy, an English minor, and a graduate certificate in advanced international affairs. After graduation, Eric interned through PPIP with the U.S. Agency for International Development where he assisted the Center for Education in strengthening higher education systems abroad. With an interest in research and international affairs, Eric is currently interning with the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Michael McCaul, before starting a research internship with the Brookings Institution. Eric is passionate about international cooperation and seeks a career where he can serve the United States Government in multilateral institutions to ensure democratic values structure solutions to modern day global threats.
About Sarah
Sarah Rains is a first-year student at the Mays Business School, currently pursuing her Master of Human Resource Management. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, which she earned from Texas A&M in May 2022. Sarah is from Normangee, Tx and serves as the graduate assistant for the Texas A&M’s Policy Internship Programs. Driven by her passion for aiding others and inspiring their success, Sarah's active involvement during her time at A&M includes working with the Texas A&M Women’s Basketball team, coordinating the Freshman Business Initiative, and facilitating introductions to A&M through New Student and Family Programs. Beyond campus, she remains engaged in her local church and community. She has experience working as an intern on Capitol Hill through Texas A&M’s Public Policy Internship Program, fostering her eagerness to assist students in starting and building their careers. Sarah also enjoys outdoor activities, adventures, and cherishes quality time spent with family and friends.
About Mikayla
Mikayla Wrenn is a senior Agricultural Science major from Wallis, TX. Her passion for the agricultural industry began in high school and continues to grow as she prepares to become an educator. Mikayla spent the spring 2022 semester in Washington, D.C. interning in the Office of Congressman Louie Gohmert through ANRP. She is currently the Vice President of A&M’s Collegiate FFA Alumni chapter. Following her graduation in May 2024, she plans to attend the Bush School of Government and Public Service to study public service and administration.