Anthony Hernandez (MGPS '25) is gaining valuable experience in Texas policymaking as a policy analyst in the office of Senator Judith Zaffirini, the Dean of the Senate and the longest-serving woman and Hispanic member of the Texas Senate. Working at the Texas Capitol, Hernandez is applying his academic insights to support impactful legislative efforts.
Alejandra Y. Castillo, an alumna of The University of Texas at Austin’s Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs, will return to her alma mater on May 10 to deliver the LBJ School’s 2025 commencement address.
Professor Raj Patel, a distinguished faculty member, filmmaker and respected scholar, has been appointed as a nonfiction judge for the prestigious 2025 National Book Awards.
On March 10, 2025, the LBJ School had the honor of hosting Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, as part of our Meet the Mayors series, which aims to give a platform to the mayors who are actively shaping the cities of tomorrow.
Austin's Mayor Pro Tem, Vanessa Fuentes (EMPL '24), uses her EMPL education to drive impactful policy changes, including the successful District Service Funds initiative.
The LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin paid tribute to the life and legacy of former congresswoman, distinguished public servant and teacher Barbara Jordan during the 29th annual Barbara Jordan National Forum (BJNF) throughout the week of February 17 - February 22, with a variety of event including an honorary keynote, a luncheon, and an art show.
The Texas Metropolitan Blueprint outlines a five-year plan to tackle urban growth challenges through economic, infrastructure, housing and AI strategies.
