Peer Advisor: Aisha Hersi

Aisha Hersi is from Woodbury, Minnesota and is a senior at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities pursuing a degree in political science. She is particularly interested in environmental regulation, corporate accountability, and tax policy. On campus, Aisha works as an undergraduate leader within the Twin Cities Sustainability Committee and serves as a Research Assistant at the Humphrey School. Outside of academics, Aisha enjoys spending time with her family and visiting coffee shops!

What experience do you have in politics?

Last summer, Aisha worked in the Office of Senator Amy Klobuchar, supporting immigration casework and external outreach on health policy & veterans' affairs. This experience deepened her interest in domestic policy and the complexities of immigration issues affecting Minnesota constituents. This summer, she joined Ranking Member Bernie Sanders' Pension and Tax Policy team on the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions in Washington, D.C.

What is your favorite resource on campus?

Aisha's favorite on-campus resource is the Office of Sustainability, which offers programs that promote sustainability initiatives for students, such as the Climate Literacy Teach-In and the Sustainability Coffee Chats. She believes that any student interested in advancing the university's climate goals can turn to the Office of Sustainability as a valuable resource.

How can students benefit from meeting with you?

As a peer advisor, Aisha hopes to support students in navigating their needs and provide guidance on course-related questions within the department. She recognizes that advice from peers has been an essential part of her own academic journey and looks forward to offering the same support to others.

What conversations do you look forward to having with students as a peer advisor?

Aisha looks forward to speaking with students about research opportunities within the department, especially the Distinguished Undergraduate Research Program, and getting to know their academic interests. She is excited to help students find ways to pursue opportunities related to their passions within the Department of Political Science.