The LBJ School
@TheLBJSchool
Official account for the LBJ School of Public Affairs at @UTAustin. Nationally ranked public policy graduate school. #KnowHow to change the world.
The LBJ School at @UTAustin is launching a new Master of National Security program in Fall 2026! 🤘 Applications open September 1, 2025. Hook ‘em! Visit bit.ly/lbjnationalsec… to learn more.
First met Bill Spelman when he was a professor @TheLBJSchool and I was a student - although I never got to take a class with him. Had the pleasure of talking policy with him after I was elected to #ATXCouncil. He was a public policy role model to so many. Rest In Peace.
Saddened by the passing of my friend Bill Spelman—a dedicated public servant and tireless advocate for equity who helped shape Austin for the better. From City Council to the LBJ School, Bill brought intellect, integrity, and heart to everything he did. Our community is stronger…
Saddened by the passing of my friend Bill Spelman—a dedicated public servant and tireless advocate for equity who helped shape Austin for the better. From City Council to the LBJ School, Bill brought intellect, integrity, and heart to everything he did. Our community is stronger…
LBJ alum @StaceyAbrams (MPAff ’98) joined Anthony Anderson on @JimmyKimmelLive to talk about her new novel, "Coded Justice," democracy, and the power of civic engagement. ▶️ Watch the full interview: bit.ly/4lyNB3M
If you’re passionate about advancing women in politics and looking to join a dedicated and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. 🤘 You can find the application at the link in our bio! Feel free to email [email protected] with any questions.
July marks the start of our mentorship program at the LBJWCS!🤩🧡 To celebrate, we’re spotlighting a group of standout mentors from our incredible team of 55 experts who will be sharing their time, knowledge, and guidance with Cohort 6!🤘👏 #lbjwcs #womeninpolitics
Should Texas be a model or a cautionary tale as the UK looks to reform its sentencing practices & address prison crowding? I’m looking forward to talking w/ @RichardJGarside @CrimeandJustice next Mon. abt these issues. Sign-up link below. @PJInnovationLab @TheLBJSchool @UTexasLaw
Approach with caution: Does the UK have anything to learn from Texas? A rare opportunity to hear from Michele Deitch, one of the foremost US experts on prisons and sentencing policy. @CrimeandJustice event 21 July lunchtime crimeandjustice.org.uk/approach-cauti…
LBJ School professor Sachin Shah and MGPS students led a workshop in Warsaw with Polissia National University to develop strategies for rebuilding Ukraine’s agriculture sector in line with EU climate and policy goals. 🇪🇺 🔗 Read more: lbj.utexas.edu/lbj-school-co-…
Students came together last night on the steps of the UT Tower to remember those lost & still missing in the Central Texas flooding. The vigil, organized by students for their fellow Longhorns & alumni, brought members of the community together in a shared moment of reflection 🧡
If you’re a #UTAustin student who needs extra support, we’re here to help. 🧡🤘 Learn more: deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sos/
Our hearts are with all those affected by the Central Texas floods—and especially the Camp Mystic community. For the Johnson family, Mystic was a place of joy, friendship, and lifelong memories. We hold the camp and its families in our thoughts. 💚 ✍️ discoverlbj.org/item/oh-ctj-19…
A message from Interim President Jim Davis: “It’s been a tragic week in Texas. We deeply mourn the loss of so many lives from the hill country floods and pray for all who are impacted. We are also grateful for those working tirelessly to help and the many lives they have saved.…
New research from LBJ School Ph.D. student Yingxin Zhang — “Growth is not enough: solving the global food security crisis requires investments to close gaps” — calls for more equitable solutions to end global hunger. 🌍 tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…
🤝 Want to tackle a real-world policy challenge with @TheLBJSchool students? (Retweet & share for us!) I’m looking for client partners for my 2025–26 Policy Research Project — a two-semester course where grad students work directly with organizations on research & strategy.…
LBJ Urban Lab director Steven Pedigo (@iamstevenpedigo) shared expert insight with the "Financial Times" on Texas’ pro-business identity amid rising social and economic tensions. Read the full article👇 ft.com/content/ccb78b…
LBJ School professor and economist James Galbraith explores how long-term wage stagnation and structural shifts in the U.S. job market—more than globalization—set the stage for Donald Trump’s rise. 👇 Click the link below to read the full article project-syndicate.org/onpoint/roots-…
What brought us to this moment of war between Iran and Israel (and the US)? Our discussion with regional expert, Steven Simon. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thi…
Congrats to the newly elected LBJWCS alums!🥳 🗳️ Carol McCutcheon, Mayor, Sugar Land, TX 🗳️ Idalia Amaya, Little Elm Town Council, Dist. 4 🗳️ Rachel Gallardo, Georgetown ISD Trustee, Pl. 2 🗳️ Afshi Charania Merchant, Fort Bend ISD Trustee, Pos. 3 #lbjwcs #womeninpolitics
University of Texas at Austin history professor @PenielJoseph, author of "Freedom Season," talks about the pivotal events of 1963 that impacted the Civil Rights Movement in America – NOW on C-SPAN c-span.org/event/qa/autho…
#Juneteenth at LBJ is a time to honor history, uplift community, and celebrate the ongoing pursuit of freedom. 🤘 Our 5th annual Freedom Summit—“Freedom is Dignity”—featured a powerful conversation with Dr. Peniel Joseph, Dr. Glen Singleton, and Dr. Kazique Jelani Prince.
