Past Events

Texas Tribune co-founder Evan Smith speaks with Austin Mayor Kirk Watson about his re-election bid. Registration is required.

A conversation with Texas' Commissioner of Education, Mike Morath and Evan Smith, founder and former CEO of the Texas Tribune about the future of education in our state.

A conversation about the role of leadership during a crisis with Theresa Gauge (formerly at ERCOT) and Savin Ven Johnson (formerly COVID-19 FEMA Deputy Task Force).

A conversation between former U.S. Congressman Beto O'Rourke and Evan Smith, founder and former CEO of the Texas Tribune about the future of our democracy and what we can do to renew it.

Evan Smith, co-founder and former CEO of The Texas Tribune and now a Professor of Practice, is once again teaching a class called The Politics and Issues of the Election Cycle. Join him for a conversation with State Rep. Craig Goldman, R-Fort Worth.

In this session, an expert communications consultant and professor at the Moody College of Communications, Jenifer Sarver will train participants on using social media to your advantage in civic life.

This event has been canceled due to the eclipse. Evan Smith, co-founder and former CEO of The Texas Tribune and now a Professor of Practice, is once again teaching a class called The Politics and Issues of the Election Cycle. Join him for a conversation with U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Austin.

A moderated conversation between former Speaker of the House Joe Straus (R) and Evan Smith, founder and former CEO of the Texas Tribune about the future of our democracy and what we can do to renew it.

In this session, students will gain knowledge about public deliberation techniques, including debate, negotiation, and coming to a consensus. Join us for a bipartisan conversation with The Honorable Sherri Greenberg (former Texas St. Rep. - D) and The Honorable Larry Gonzalez (former Texas St. Rep. - R).

Evan Smith, co-founder and former CEO of The Texas Tribune and now a Professor of Practice, is once again teaching a class called The Politics and Issues of the Election Cycle. Join him for a conversation with U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio, running for reelection to his 20th Congressional District seat.