Emma Duffy ‘25

Emma Duffy is a senior at the University of Notre Dame, majoring in Political Science with minors in Constitutional Studies, Journalism, Ethics & Democracy, and Italian.  As a member of the Class of 2025, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to both academic excellence and extracurricular involvement.

During her time at Notre Dame, Emma participated in the Notre Dame Washington Program, which offers students the opportunity to intern and study in Washington, D.C. In a 2024 article for The Observer, Notre Dame's student-run newspaper, she reflected on balancing her internship, coursework, and exploration of the city, noting that the program provided her with a realistic view of life beyond the university.

Emma has been an active contributor to The Observer, covering a range of topics from academic events to film reviews. Notably, she reported on a lecture by Harvard professor Steven Levitsky about threats to American democracy and reviewed the film adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, providing insights into its relevance to the Hunger Games series.

In addition to her journalistic endeavors, Emma gained professional experience through internships at the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Senate Majority Leader’s National Press Office, and K&L Gates. Upon graduation Emma will be working FTI Consulting, a global business advisory firm.  Her diverse academic background and practical experiences reflect her dedication to understanding and engaging with complex political and social issues.

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