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 Fisk is an Austin, Texas native and has a degree in sociology from Grinnell College in Iowa. She moved to Bryan/College Station in 2008 and has been working at Texas A&M since that time. 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 Coordinator for Texas A&M’s Policy Internship Programs, Erin looks forward to 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 Blake
Blake Ramsey grew up in Brenham, Texas on a small cattle farm. As an undergraduate agricultural economics student at Texas A&M, Blake participated in the ANRP internship program in Washington, D.C. where he interned with the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA). This experience sparked an interest in international trade, leading him to completing a PPIP internship with the U.S. Commercial Service UK in London during his graduate program at Texas A&M. Blake then re-joined NASDA full-time in March 2018, where he works to help U.S. food and beverage companies export their products internationally. As a former intern in both programs, as well as a former graduate assistant for Policy Internship Programs, Blake enjoys working with students and is excited to give back to the program that shaped his life and career.
About Curry
Curry Price is a first-year student at the Bush School and is pursuing his Master of Public Service & Administration, concentrating in Homeland Security and National Defense. He graduated from Texas A&M in May 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Curry is originally from Amarillo, Texas. During his time at A&M, Curry has been involved in several student organizations. He is a member of the Epsilon Delta Chapter of the Kappa Alpha Order, the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and served on staff with the Big Event. Through his student involvement, Curry gained a passion for public service and working with others. He has previous experience working as an intern on Capitol Hill through Texas A&M’s Public Policy Internship Program and is very excited to help students find and build their careers. Curry enjoys being outdoors, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family.
About Mikayla
Mikayla is a junior agricultural science major from Wallis, Texas. Her passion for agriculture began in her Principles of AFNR class during her freshman year of high school. She was elected as a chapter FFA officer every following year and was elected as a district officer during her senior year. As she became more involved in FFA, her passion for agriculture continued to grow. She has always wanted to be an educator and teach future generations about the industry she adores. During her time at A&M, Mikayla has joined Collegiate FFA Alumni and is currently serving as the chapter secretary. Mikayla spent the spring 2022 semester in Washington, D.C. interning in the Office of Congressman Louie Gohmert through our sister program, the Agricultual & Natural Resources Policy (ANRP) Internship Program.