Category Archives: Events

Harry Ransom Center Events

The following are two upcoming events hosted by the Harry Ransom Center:

Flair Symposium: Literature and Change (November 7-9)

  • This year’s symposium will explore the enduring significance of reading and writing within our current cultural moment. For more information on speakers, the program schedule, and registration, please click the link here!

Registration-a-Thon (October 29)

  • The Harry Ransom Center will also be hosting a Registration-a-Thon in which students will be encouraged to create research accounts, get a taco lunch, and grab HRC swag bags. While pre- registration is not required, it is recommended, and you may do so here!

GRE/LSAT Prep

Are you preparing to take the GRE or LSAT exams?

Join Strive Grad Prep Academy with Sanger Learning to provide an overview and resources!

GRE Overview

  • October 8
  • 5:30 pm
  • JES A309

LSAT Overview

  • October 15
  • 5:30 pm
  • JES A309

For more information on Strive Grad Prep Academy, please click the link here!

Student Org Leadership Event

Student organization leaders are invited to the 2024 Longhorn Playbook for Successful Student Organizations event on Thursday, September 12th, from 5:30pm – 8:30pm at the Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom at the Texas Union. The Office of the Dean of Students appreciates your work towards building successful and healthy communities among the student body.  This event is designed to give you the tools, inspiration, and resources you need to continue driving your organization’s success.

Here is what you can expect:

  • A pep-talk from Coach Vic Schaefer, Head Coach of the University of Texas Women’s Basketball Team
  • Team huddles with fellow student leaders and staff in engaging discussions
  • Learn about resources on campus to support you in your role
  • Enjoy a team timeout with catered dinner
  • Halftime show exclusive giveaways
  • Post event happier hour featuring mocktails and conversations with campus leaders

Think this might be of interest to you? Just register at the link here!

Free 2 Be Fest is an event through UT COLA running on May 17th and May 18th. The two-day festival will include a film screening, panel discussion, fashion walk, and poetry jam, all with the aim of centering Black Austinites’ experiences and artistic expressions! Come check it out!

Project Advance Austin Info Sessions

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Texas Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) is pleased to announce that applications to be a Team Manager with Project Advance Austin for the 2024-2025 Academic Year are now open! Team Managers play a vital role in Project Advance Austin, leading a team of like-minded students as they complete a high-impact project with a local Austin non-profit over the course of the 2023-2024 academic year! Team Managers ensure the success of their project by delegating tasks, setting team agendas, and acting as the main point of contact for their non-profit Community Partners. Team Managers will gain valuable experience in Project Management having completed a resumé-worthy project by the end of the academic year.

Team Managers can feel confident stepping into this role knowing they’ll have the support of Texas LEAD staff, their Community Partners, and a strong team following their lead. Team Managers will also gain valuable skills by participating in a 2-week virtual training program (multiple dates available), to ensure you can start your project with a suite of new skills to effectively lead your team.

Want to learn more? Join us for an info session during one of the dates listed below:

  • Tuesday, 4/9 (2:00-3:00pm) WCP 2.122
  • Thursday, 4/11 (10:00-11:00am) WCP 2.122
  • Monday, 4/15 (1:00-2:00pm) WCP 2.122
  • Wednesday, 4/17 (2:00-3:00pm) WCP 2.122

Feel ready to apply? Just click the link here!