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Bailey Holly

  • Program

    B.A. in Public Policy Leadership, Minor in Disaster Sciences ( College of Liberal Arts )

  • Hometown

    Winona, MS (South)

  • Involvement

    Greek Life, Service and Community Engagement

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  • About

    Bailey is a Public Policy Leadership major with a minor in Disaster Sciences. In addition to being a part of the Trent Lott Leadership Institute, she is a member of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and a part of the Panhellenic community. She serves her Greek chapter as a member of its Leadership Selection Committee. During the 2024 summer, she worked for the University of Mississippi’s Pre-College Program as a Rebel Quest counselor.
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Get to know Bailey Holly

Why did you choose PPL as your major and what was the appeal of the Lott program?

Before both my freshman and senior year of high school, I was able to attend the Lott Institutes’s summer programs. The two summers I spent on campus and with the Lott Institute made me realize that I wanted to come to the University of Mississippi and major in Public Policy Leadership. I loved how personal and community-based the Lott Institute was and still is. They really push you and give you opportunities to make connections with your peers, alumni, and current and past leaders.

What are your career aspirations?

During my first year as a Lott student, the program has shown me that many more opportunities are available within public policy than I originally imagined. After I finish my bachelor’s degree, I hope to attend law school or get my master’s degree. My current career goal is to either practice law, work at a lobbying firm, or get a job as a policy consultant.

Is there a professor that has been particularly helpful to you?

Dr. Holland has had a particular impact on my time in the Lott program. I enjoyed his class and how he presented the material. He really pushed us in our 101 class to engage with the material and with our peers; he also brought in a lot of diverse speakers to show us all the opportunities that the Lott program and Public Policy offer.

What is a particularly meaningful way you have engaged in a community either on or off campus?

When I am home and in Oxford, I volunteer at the local elementary school. I love getting to read to and hang out with the kids. I also volunteer at a local animal shelter.