Julia Nesheiwat

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/julia-nesheiwat

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the key expertise?National security policy, strategic advising, and corporate policy development
2. What is Julia Nesheiwat known for?Julia Nesheiwat was the 10th Homeland Security Advisor, helping keep the country safe, and now she works in the energy industry as a VP for policy.
3. What did she do as Homeland Security Advisor?She advised the President on threats like terrorism, cyber attacks, and emergencies, and helped plan security strategies.

Homeland Security Advisor: A senior White House official responsible for advising the President on all aspects of national security and emergency preparedness.
Policy and Insights: The strategic analysis and understanding of governmental regulations, industry trends, and their impact on business operations and decision-making.
Energy Infrastructure: The physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the production, transmission, and distribution of energy resources.
Bipartisan Experience: Having worked effectively with individuals and policies from both major political parties.