Portfolio
Here are some examples of work from previous Nickerson & Associates interns.
2009
Economics/Public Policy Interns
Health Care and Job Turnover by Alice Shieh
The United States’ health care system currently defers the responsibility of health insurance provision to employers. The availability of health coverage, therefore, becomes an important employment consideration for both employers and their employees. Using statistical methods to analyze twelve years of data from the Current Population Survey, this research investigates the effect of health insurance on the probabilities of individuals experiencing voluntary or involuntary turnover.
Healthcare Policy Reform by John Thompson
Healthcare policy reform was the hottest political topic of the summer. There are many different issues within this complicated topic, and I spent the summer researching a few of these. I will be discussing the healthcare 'outcomes' in America, and how they're used in the debate. I'll also discuss the historic change in the U.S. and Canadian systems that has occurred over the last 30 years. Finally, I'll address the tax-exclusion for employer-provided healthcare.
Seattle's Green Fee by Chris Lloyd
Anti-plastic bag policies have emerged in various parts of the world at various levels of government. From outright bans to market based incentives, governments have established these policies to resolve serious threats to the environment and public health. Looking through a variety of case studies as well as several reports contracted by Seattle to assess the costs and benefits of the proposed 20-cent grocery bag fee.
Compensation for Public Employees by Thaddeus Woodman
How does compensation for public employees (e.g. income, health benefits, retirement plans) compare to compensation for private employees? Although this question carries import for public policy and economic theories alike, it is notoriously difficult to answer due to the paucity of available data. This report discusses the shortcomings of the data, provides some preliminary findings, and makes recommendations for future research.
Arts Interns
Clarinet and Tenor Saxophone Performances by Michael Yu:
Part I -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Part II -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Part III -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Part IV -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Autumn Leaves -- Joseph Kosma
Black Orpheus -- Luiz Bonfa and Antonio Maria
Bag’s Groove -- Milt Jackson
Viola Performances by Jessica Jasper:
Allemanda, Partita No. 2 for Solo Violin Movement I -- Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Gigue, Partita No. 2 for Solo Violin Movement IV -- Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Adagio and Allegro -- Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
Allegro Amabile, Sonata No. 2 in E flat Major for Viola -- Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
Sakura Rising by Laara Garcia
An interactive dance you'll never forget! Request a DVD by sending us an email.
View the 2009 Music and Dance Night Program
2008
Economics/Public Policy Interns
No Fare Metro by CaraBeth Rogers, Genna Rucker and Ai-Li Chiong
Exploring the possibility of a free transit system throughout the greater Seattle area.
Judicial Selection: To Elect or Not Elect by Ashley Komoda
This study questions whether elections are the best way to select judges in Washington State and will explore the idea of public financing programs for judicial elections.
Seattle's "Green Fee" by CaraBeth Rogers, Genna Rucker, Ai-Li Chiong and Ashley Komoda
Anti-plastic bag policies have emerged in various parts of the world at various levels of government. From outright bans to market based incentives, governments have established these policies to resolve serious threats to the environment and public health. Looking through a variety of case studies as well as several reports contracted by Seattle to assess the costs and benefits of the proposed 20-cent grocery bag fee.