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A Roast and Toast of Richard Murray

Join the Hobby School of Public Affairs community for an evening honoring Richard Murray, who is celebrating 60 years of teaching, research and public service, on Thursday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the Eldorado Ballroom. The program will reflect his enduring mark on Texas politics and civic education and will benefit the 2027 Hobby Fellows, supporting students who will serve during the 90th Texas Legislature at the Texas State Capitol and continue Murray’s legacy of preparing the next generation of public servants.

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Meet the 2026 Leland Fellows in Washington, D.C.

Ten University of Houston students are serving as Leland Fellows on Capitol Hill, gaining hands-on experience as congressional interns. The emerging leaders support legislative research, attend meetings and briefings, and engage with constituents on a range of policy issues. Through this immersive experience in the nation’s capital, Leland Fellows gain insight into the inner workings of the federal government while building skills, professional networks and practical knowledge.