Students in Finance and especially those in the Commercial Banking Program are offered the opportunity to go to Washington DC to visit with representatives from banks and those who influence monetary policy each autumn.  They also learn about internship opportunities in DC.  2024's trip involved visits to the American Banker's Association, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and meeting with member of Congress.  The intent is for students to see the bigger picture surrounding the banking industry.   

Sample agenda:

Wednesday, October 16 and Saturday October 19:  Travel days and meals

Thursday, October 17^th  

• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• 11:00 – 12:15 Bureau of Printing and Engraving
• 1:30 – 3:30 Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) 

Friday, October 18^th

• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• 9:00 – 11:00 American Bankers Association
• 12:30 – 3:00 United States Capitol Senator Ron Johnson Office
• 1:30-3:00 Tour of the capitol; hosted by Ron Johnson Office
• 3:30-5:00 Les Aspin Center, Marquette University; partnerships & internships

                

Visiting the Bureau of Printing and Engraving

Capitol building in Washington DC at night