The Spencer Frye

Fellowship

The Spencer Frye Fellowship offers approximately 30 UGA students each year the opportunity to actively see their impact in state politics, grow as young professionals, and make a few friends along the way.

Since 2011

Our History

In 2011, we recruited students from the Athens area to campaign for our election to the Georgia House of Representatives. Their commitment was truly inspiring, and many desired to continue their work as the agenda turned to passing impactful legislation.

Shortly after, the Spencer Frye Fellowship was born. Over 95% of the campaign staff returned, fulfilling leadership roles within the office. From its onset, the Fellowship was unique and unmatched. Only Rep. Frye had a pool of young professionals managing a legislative office.

Today, in Rep. Frye’s eighth term, the Fellowship continues to introduce young leaders to policymaking and serve the Athens community.

Become a Fellow

Apply to the Fellowship

Frye Fellowship 25-26 Applications open!
Apply to be a Legislative or Communications Fellow!
To apply, email a resume and cover letter to fellowship@spencerfrye.com by 11:59pm on Friday, April 18th.

Leadership

2024-2025

Aarov Malhotra

Aarov Malhotra

Chief of Staff

Jack Jarashow

Jack Jarashow

Legislative Director

Nora Anderson

Nora Anderson

Communications Director

Francesca Mariano

Francesca Mariano

Fellowship Director

Meera Srinivasan

Meera Srinivasan

Political Director

Senior Staff

2025-2026

Ariana Malik

Ariana Malik

Legislative Staff

Eliana Mendez

Eliana Mendez

Legislative Staff

Ellie Smith

Ellie Smith

Communications Staff

Lauren Park

Lauren Park

Legislative Staff

Lorelai Ashley

Lorelai Ashley

Legislative Staff

Patrick Allen

Patrick Allen

Legislative Staff

Sophie Dechant

Sophie Dechant

Legislative Staff

Current Fellows

Sibley Durisch

Legislative Fellow

Olivia Kosobud

Legislative Fellow

Sarah Kate Maher

Legislative Fellow

Ruhee Merchant

Legislative Fellow

Elle Moss

Legislative Fellow

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