Kara Haas
About Kara Haas
Kara Haas serves as the Assistant Director for Federal Relations at Yale University, a position she has held since 2006. She previously worked as a Legislative Assistant at the U.S. House of Representatives for ten years.
Work at Yale University
Kara Haas has served as the Assistant Director for Federal Relations at Yale University since 2006. In this role, she engages with federal government entities to advocate for the university's interests and initiatives. Her tenure at Yale spans 18 years, during which she has developed a comprehensive understanding of federal policies affecting higher education.
Education and Expertise
Kara Haas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Government from Drexel University, where she studied from 1989 to 1992. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in political processes and public policy, which informs her work in federal relations.
Background
Prior to her current position at Yale University, Kara Haas worked for the U.S. House of Representatives as a Legislative Assistant from 1996 to 2006. During this decade-long experience, she gained insights into legislative processes and federal governance, which she applies in her current role.