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Archer Fellowship Program Information Sessions

Join the Legacy. Be an Archer Fellow.

The Archer Fellowship Program offers undergraduate students from across The University of Texas System the life-changing opportunity to live, learn, and intern in Washington, D.C., during a fall or spring semester. Home to numerous government, nonprofit, media, and research institutions, Washington, D.C., offers unparalleled opportunities for career development and cultural enrichment, enabling students from any field or major to pursue their interests in federal policy and public service.

While in the program, students will:

  • Engage in a full-time internship aligned with their professional and academic goals, gaining experience in a variety of settings such as congressional offices, nonprofits, think tanks, and more

  • Study federal policymaking, history, and communications from policy experts in Washington, D.C., while earning in-residence UT Austin credit

  • Live near Capitol Hill, experiencing fellowship and signature events with other passionate and service-minded students from Texas

Along the way, Archer Fellows build lifelong friendships, make professional connections, and establish a strong foundation of skills and real-world experiences that will prepare them for their future careers.

All majors are welcome! Public service and policymaking need voices and perspectives from every academic discipline.

The Archer Fellowship Program is more affordable than ever! Archer Fellows may be able to apply their federal, state, campus, and private financial aid toward participation in the Archer Fellowship Program. In addition, students may apply for Archer Center scholarships, which can help offset program costs.

Ready to learn more? Join us at a fall information session to find out how you can become an Archer Fellow:

Professional Pathways in the Nation’s Capital (led by Archer Center faculty)
Thursday, September 10 | 12 – 1:30 p.m. | Zoom Session | Register

General Information Session

Tuesday, September 22 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | FAC 2.138AB | Register

General Information Session

Tuesday, September 29 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Zoom Session | Register

General Information Session

Wednesday, October 7 | 4 – 5 p.m. | FAC 2.138C | Register

General Information Session

Thursday, October 15 | 4 – 5 p.m. | Zoom Session | Register

General Information Session

Wednesday, October 28 | 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | FAC 2.138C | Register

Information for STEM Majors

Thursday, November 5 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | FAC 2.138AB | Register

Questions? Contact Archer Fellowship Program Campus Director Bradley Matthews at archerprogram@austin.utexas.edu.

Assassination as Statecraft: Political Killing in International Affairs

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM in the LBJ School’s SRH 3.122, the Clements-Strauss Intelligence Studies Project (ISP) will host a public event, “Assassination as Statecraft: Political Killing in International Affairs,” with Dr. Kiril Avramov, ISP Fellow and Assistant Professor at the Department of European and Eurasian Studies. This event will mark the first of ISP’s Off the Wire series for the fall semester.

Registration is required, and lunch will be provided. Register here to secure your spot today!

Texas Writing Society Speaker Series

Chris Barton and Jennifer Ziegler, both successful published authors of books for young readers, will be speaking here at UT about their writing experience. This is a great opportunity for writers of any genre, whether you are hoping to publish your work or simply looking for ways to improve your writing.

Fall 2026 First-Day Luncheon

Welcome back, LAHers! Five days until the first class day and that means five days until the annual first day luncheon! Please join the LAH director, staff, and faculty for lunch in the WCP Ballroom from noon-2 p.m. on Monday, August 24.

Texas Mock Trial has been the university’s official undergraduate Mock Trial team since 1991 and is currently ranked 2nd in the nation. Every year, we compete in multiple tournaments in courthouses across the country. We empower the newest generation of scholars to take on the legal field and beyond.

We will be holding info sessions on August 31 and September 3 at 6 pm in WCP 1.402. You must attend an info session to try out. After the info sessions, join us for optional boba chats at Tapioca House! It’s a great chance to ask questions about mock trial, get tryout advice, and meet members of the team. If you’re interested in learning more, fill out our interest form here!

Plan II HRC Event

In partnership with the Michener Center for Writers and the Harry Ransom Center, Plan II’s Glickman Lectureship presents a reading with the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Carl Phillips. Phillips will read from his 2024 collection, Scattered Snows, to the North. The reading will be followed by a conversation with the poet Jennifer Elise Foerster and an audience Q&A. A book signing and reception will take place immediately after.

This event is set to take place Tuesday, 3/25 at 6:30pm. RSVP here to attend!

LAH 340L: Legal Internships (FALL)

Explore the role of lawyers and how the practice of law has shaped American society. Intern in law offices or legal settings. Gain practical experience and first-hand knowledge of different legal fields. Internships help shape classroom discussions. Examine the practice of law and how lawyers serve the public interest and larger society The equivalent of three lecture hours a week for one semester with an addition 9-10 internship hours a week for one semester. This class is designed to have an experiential learning component.

This course has a two-step application process. The application deadline is September 4th, 2025 at noon. Start the application by completing Part I of the application using the link here. Once Part I has been approved, you will be emailed Part II. The second part of the application includes a learning agreement to be filled out electronically by you and your internship supervisor. Once you have completed both Parts I and II, LAH advisors will manually add you to the course.

Interested students can also attend upcoming info sessions:

  • Mon. March 31st at noon (in-person, LAH Commons Room)
  • Tues. April 1st at 3 pm (over Zoom)
  • Wed. April 2nd at 1pm (over Zoom)

LEAD Week 2025

Texas Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) in the Office of the Dean of Students is excited to announce LEAD Week 2025! LEAD Week is made up of a series of events and leadership workshops that encourage students to explore their leader identity and further develop their leadership skills to enact positive change in their communities.

LEAD Week (February 24 – 28) consists of a series of events and skill-building workshops to support you in your leadership development journey. You are encouraged to attend these hands-on, engaging programs to develop your leader identity and to explore ways you can make a positive impact on-campus and beyond.

LEAD Week Workshops: Are you interested in attending hands-on, leadership skill-based workshops to grow as a leader? Check out all our team has to offer and sign up for the session(s) that work best for you. Link to sign up available here!

LEAD Week Events: Drop by any of the LEAD Week events and leave with tangible strategies to continue developing as a leader here on campus. Follow @utdeanofstudents on Instagram to learn more about LEAD Week events.