
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
BADGER GIRLS STATE


ALABGS
Interest Groups
When you register for session, you will indicate your interest group preference. Delegates will find out which interest group they are assigned to in the first week of June via email.
Interest groups only meet 3 times for approximately 45-60 minutes during the week (Band and Chorus may meet more often as needed.)
ALABGS Media Influencer: Media Influencer is responsible for documenting the week at ALABGS through pictures, posts on social media, and short videos. They may also work with Badger Tales to provide pictures for the daily paper. A smartphone and familiarity with various social media platforms (Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok) is necessary to be a part of this group.
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Badger Tales (artists): Please note that artwork completed during the week will be hand-drawn. Indicate your specialty when registering. Choose from cartoons, calligraphy and artwork for the daily newspaper. Delegates who select Badger Tales (as their 1st choice) will be contacted prior to session to submit artwork.
Band: The band plays at most group functions. The music consists of patriotic, pop and march. We do not utilize stringed instruments in band. Please indicate during your online registration what instrument(s) you play. If band is your first choice, please bring your stand and instrument (other than drums--just bring your sticks and stand). If band is your second choice, or if you indicate that you play more than one instrument, the band director will contact you.
Chorus: Please indicate your voice part and if you can accompany the Chorus on the piano.
Debate and Discussion: Are you interested in current events? Do you want to discuss hot topics with other citizens? This interest group will encourage you to engage your peers in debate in a safe environment.
Lobbyist: As a lobbyist, you will choose to support or challenge a bill that the ALABGS Senate or Assembly has written. You will attend hearings on the bills to speak for or against your chosen bills to advise the Senate or Assembly on the bill. If you feel strongly about state issues and want to play an active role in influencing the opinions of your representatives, then this is the group for you.
Patriotism: This group consists of representatives from each city that participate in various patriotic exercises during the week. They will learn about flag etiquette, flag disposal, flag folding and flag processionals. Please bring the following items to be used in the flag processional during the Inauguration: black dressy slacks, a white short sleeved blouse with collar (or white knit polo shirt) to be worn tucked in, white socks, and white shoes.
Service to Veterans: This interest group will complete various community service projects in service to veterans and their families while learning about the American Legion Auxiliary.




