WASHINGTON (April 5, 2019) – Howard University political science doctoral student Erica Spell has been selected for a one-year fellowship with the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP). Spell will complete specialized on-the-job training and work alongside experienced national security professionals tasked with tackling the challenges of protecting our nation’s nuclear security. 

“I couldn't be more thrilled to join this special cadre of future leaders in nuclear security! I'm looking forward to the opportunity to contribute to the NNSA's key missions worldwide,”says Spell, who earned a bachelor of arts in political science at Howard and a master of arts in public administration from American University.  

NGFP annually selects a group of highly motivated graduate-level students for a year of extensive training and practical experience, with specific focus on developing the next generation of nuclear security experts. The full-time, salaried positions allow fellows to develop technical and leadership skills, while being fully immersed in one of NNSA’s core mission programs. Applications are accepted February through October for fellowships beginning the following June. For more information, visit http://ngfp.pnnl.gov. 

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