Events

Social media can amplify your message – or bury it. This session explores how to build targeted, compelling strategies that turn online engagement into real-world support. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to move from clicks to votes.

Join us for a dynamic conversation with Texas State Senator Sarah Eckhardt (TX-14) as she reflects on the most pressing issues she tackled during the recent legislative session, including reproductive healthcare access, strengthening local government authority and supporting public safety reforms.

Campaign events are powerful tools for energizing supporters, attracting media, and building momentum. This session covers how to strategically plan, promote, and execute events that leave a lasting impact.

Join Texas State University System Chancellor Brian McCall for an engaging conversation on the future of higher education in Texas—covering key challenges, opportunities, and the evolving role of universities in shaping the state's workforce and communities.

Please join the Annette Strauss Institute, the School of Civic Leadership, and The Patman Center for Civic and Political Engagement for a civic dialogue dinner event at Austin F.C. Q2 Stadium. Transportation from UT campus will be provided.

This training will cover the core skills every campaign manager needs, from setting strategy and building a strong team structure to organizing daily operations. Participants will leave with practical tools to lead their campaign teams with confidence and clarity.

Discover how you can study policymaking in Washington, D.C. this May — join our Oct. 22 info session.

Join us for a hands-on training focused on the fundamentals of political strategy and the art of coalition building. Learn how to align diverse stakeholders, develop strategic plans, and build collective power to drive meaningful change. Whether you're organizing locally or leading broader campaigns, this session will equip you with tools to mobilize effectively and win together.

Join us for a conversation with Lisa Davis, Austin’s Police Chief, as she reflects on the politics and public safety issues shaping the city today. This discussion will explore the challenges of leadership in a rapidly changing community and the role of policing in Austin’s future.

✨ Ready to make Oxford your classroom this summer? ✨ Discover how you can study at one of the world’s most historic universities while exploring new perspectives and opportunities abroad. The Patman Center’s Summer in Oxford Info Session will give you an inside look at the program, from academics to scholarships—and even a chance to hear directly from an Oxford professor who helps lead the experience.