Jessica Sidelinger, a UMA Justice Studies student, was recently chosen as a Maine Policy Scholar. Her research has focused on the subject of human trafficking because she believes Maine policymakers need more knowledge and understanding of this topic to build effective policy solutions.
To be chosen as a Maine Policy Scholar was one of the greatest honors of my life. The learning experiences I gained from this year-long research scholarship are unrivaled. I initially applied to the program because it provided me with a unique opportunity to make a difference in my state and it allowed me to bring an important issue to light: human trafficking.