Past Events

Our Office of Student Affairs and Admissions offers virtual and in-person Information Sessions, Student Chats and other events. This is a great way to meet admissions staff, students, and faculty and learn all about the programs we offer and how to submit a strong application.

Join us for a conversation with State Representative and member of the House Public Education Committee, James Talarico (D-Austin), where he and Evan Smith will discuss school vouchers / education savings accounts and the future of public education in Texas.

The Strauss Center for International Security and Law and LBJ School will host a discussion with environmental journalist and researcher Peter Schwartzstein about his new book, “The Heat and the Fury: On the Front Lines of Climate Violence.”

On Tuesday, February 25, the Clements Center for National Security, Clements-Strauss Asia Policy Program, UT Department of History, and UT Naval ROTC will host Tommy Jamison for a book talk on his recent release, The Pacific’s New Navies: An Ocean, its Wars, and the Making of US Sea Power. Join us in RLP 1.302B, Patton Hall from 12:15-1:30 PM.

Join Brandon M. Terry, Harvard professor and leading scholar of African American political thought, for a thought-provoking discussion on Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring influence on policy and public life.

Evan Smith, co-founder and former CEO of The Texas Tribune in conversation with the politicians making an impact this year.

Planet Texas 2050's annual symposium returns Feb. 24 to Feb. 27, 2025. Through multiple presentation formats and opportunities for dialog and exchange, the symposium will explore diverse and intersecting aspects of resilience.

Join us for this exciting community event inspired by Barbara Jordan's unwavering commitment to health care and service to all.

On Thursday, February 20, the Strauss Center for International Security and Law and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center welcome former U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette for a moderated conversation as part of the KBH Energy Center’s Focus on Energy Speaker Series. This discussion will include valuable insights from Secretary Brouillette’s leadership in shaping U.S. energy policy, addressing global energy challenges, and navigating the evolving energy landscape. This event is free and open to the public and registration is required. Please note: Registration does not guarantee admission, as seating will be available on a first come, first served basis. Doors will open at 5:00 pm. The moderated conversation will occur from 5:30-6:30 pm with a networking reception to follow from 6:30-7:30 pm. Parking is available at the Rowling Hall Garage for a fee. Parking will not be validated. For any questions about this event, contact Brittany Horton at brittany.horton@austin.utexas.edu.

The Honorable Senfronia Thompson, the longest-serving woman and African-American in Texas history and the 2025 Barbara Jordan Public Service Award winner, will deliver the keynote for the 29th annual Barbara Jordan National Forum.