Local University Conservatives Network
Engaging, equipping, and connecting young conservatives for long-term success in public policy
Fall 2026 - Spring 2027
Are you a conservative college student or intern in D.C.?
Being a conservative in D.C. isn’t easy. Liberal ideology is pushed in the classroom, and debates are often shouted down on local campuses.
That’s why The Heritage Foundation created the Local University Conservatives (LUC) Network. We’re building a network of conservative college students and interns from across Washington, D.C.
Throughout the year, members of the LUC Network gather for a dinner lecture series where you will have the chance to learn from leading policy experts, discuss the most pressing policy debates, and meet other young conservatives. Apply today!
Why join the LUC Network?
- Learn from and interact with leading policy experts.
- Enjoy free dinner at The Heritage Foundation.
- Build community with fellow conservative college students & interns.
- Get connected with The Heritage Foundation and kickstart your career. Many standout members of the LUC Network go on to join Heritage’s Young Leaders Program.
Who should apply?
We’re looking for conservative interns and college students from across Washington, D.C. Whether you are interning for a semester or studying at a D.C.-area college, you can apply to join the LUC Network.
LUC Network Fall 2026 - Spring 2027 Example Schedule:
All sessions run from 6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m., and dinner will be provided. Accepted applicants are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible.
Fall 2026
Session 1:
Rooftop Welcome with Remarks & Networking
Wednesday, October 14
Derrick Morgan - Executive Vice President of The Heritage Foundation
Session 2:
The Future of Conservatism
Wednesday, October 21
Dan McCarthy - Distinguished Fellow in Conservative Thought, B. Kenneth Simon Center for American Studies at The Heritage Foundation
Session 3:
Saving America by Saving the Family
Wednesday, November 4
Liana Graham – Research Assistant for Domestic Policy at The Heritage Foundation
Session 4:
Protecting Human Dignity in the Age of AI
Tuesday, November 18
Daniel Cochrane – Senior Fellow for the Family First Technology Initiative, Institute for Family Studies
Session 5:
Careers in the Conservative Movement
Wednesday, December 2
Kyle Bonnell - Assistant Director of Job Bank and Talent Placement at The Heritage Foundation
Spring 2027
Session 6:
Telling the Stories That Matter
Wednesday, February 3
Mary Margaret Olohan – White House Correspondent, The Daily Wire
Session 7:
Countering the Threat of the Chinese Communist Party
Wednesday, February 17
Andrew Harding - Policy Analyst, National Security and Indo-Pacific Affairs at The Heritage Foundation
Session 8:
The Future of the Pro-Life Movement
Wednesday, March 3
Erik Baptist– Senior Counsel and Vice President, Alliance Defending Freedom
Session 9:
Speaking the Truth About Gender Ideology
Wednesday, March 17
Dr. Jay Richards - Vice President of Social and Domestic Policy at The Heritage Foundation
Session 10:
The Future of American National Security
Wednesday, March 31
Wilson Beaver - Senior Policy Advisor, Defense Budgeting and NATO Policy, Allison Center for National Security at The Heritage Foundation
Apply
Applications are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Any Questions? Email Kirsten Holmberg: [email protected]
