Past Events

Join us on President’s Day with a U.S. presidential historian and best-selling author, as we celebrate by welcoming one of the nation’s foremost voices on American leadership. Brinkley, author of acclaimed books including The Wilderness Warrior: Theodore Roosevelt and the Crusade for America, American Moonshot: John F. Kennedy and the Great Space Race, and Rightful Heritage: Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Land of America, will explore the presidency, its legacy, and what history can teach us about our moment today.

Want to receive a $10,000 or $5,000 fellowship to support your internship with an elected or appointed official? Come learn more at our virtual info session! Open to UT-Austin students only.

This session explores what it takes to engage in Texas elections as an everyday citizen, organizational leader, or elected official. This session will unpack the key policies, procedures, and power dynamics that influence voting and civic participation across the state.

Want to receive a $10,000 or $5,000 fellowship to support your internship with an elected or appointed official? Come learn more at our info session! Pizza and cookies provided! Open to UT-Austin students only.

This session will teach students how to craft clear, persuasive messages for decision-makers, on issue briefs and advocacy leave-behinds. Students will gain practical skills to make their voice heard and drive meaningful action in their community.

A Conversation with Julian Castro, CEO of the Latino Community Foundation, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and former Mayor of San Antonio. Join us as Castro draws on his leadership experience to deliver candid insights into today’s political landscape and a forward-looking discussion on the challenges and opportunities shaping our great state.

A hands-on session designed to help students connect with their key audiences through powerful storytelling and compelling evidence. Learn how to tailor your message for maximum impact and inspire action in your advocacy efforts.

Join us as we talk to the native of the Rio Grande Valley and a lifelong resident of Edinburg. Pulido will discuss his campaign for Congress while also engaging in a timely conversation about the news and issues shaping our community and country today.

Hear from Joe Straus, former Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, in a conversation about today’s most pressing political issues. From Texas governance to national party politics, Straus will explore how political norms are changing—and what those shifts mean for policy, leadership, and civic life.

Join us for a conversation with the former Mayor of San Antonio and current candidate for Bexar County Judge. He will discuss his campaign, the politics and pressing civic issues of the moment, and what public leadership looks like in an increasingly polarized time.